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Varun Dhawan Interrupts Janhvi Kapoor’s Remarks on AI‑Morphed Images, Drawing Online Backlash

The exchange redirected focus from Kapoor’s concerns over AI‑morphed images to a controversy during the film’s rollout.

Overview

  • A clip from the Mumbai trailer launch shows Dhawan cutting in with, “There is no AI na in this film, Shashank?” as Kapoor discussed fake images using her likeness.
  • Kapoor had been describing how AI‑generated photos can mislead the public and violate consent, saying she is unsure what recourse exists.
  • Posts on X criticized the interruption as disrespectful and insensitive, with users noting the conversation moved off her point.
  • Coverage reports no on‑record response or apology from the actors or the producers, and promotional events for the film are continuing.
  • Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari, directed by Shashank Khaitan and starring Dhawan and Kapoor with Sanya Malhotra and Rohit Saraf, is scheduled to release on October 2, 2025.