Katrina Kaif targeted by deepfake again as manipulated video surfaces; fans say 'AI at its best'
Katrina Kaif, known for her on-screen performances, recently once again became the subject of a deepfake video that surfaced online. The video purportedly showed her fluently speaking French at the launch of Bina Kak’s book 'Silent Sentinels of Ranthambore' in Mumbai. The clip has sparked a debate about the growing influence of artificial intelligence (AI) in media.
Katrina Kaif's AI-Generated Speech In French
At the event in question, Katrina Kaif and Salman Khan were present alongside veteran screenwriter Salim Khan. However, the viral video in question was not a genuine recording but rather an AI-generated creation.
The caption accompanying the video, shared on a fan page, clarifies that while the French voiceover was AI-generated, the speech itself remained unchanged from her original words at the event.
Varied Fan Reactions
Reactions from fans varied widely. Some were quick to point out the technological marvel behind deepfakes, with comments like «AI at its best» and «I almost fell for this edited video.»
Others, however, expressed concern about the increasing sophistication of deepfake technology, with one fan noting, «It's AI and very scary what technology can do.»
Interestingly, there were those who believed the video to be real, praising Katrina Kaif's supposed linguistic prowess. Comments like «She's so supremely talented unlike any other actresses!» highlighted the admiration some fans have for her.
Katrina Kaif's Past Deepfake Controversies
In January this year, a video of Katrina Kaif speaking
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