A viral video circulating on social media, which appears to show Bollywood actor Sanjay Dutt making critical remarks regarding the 'saffronisation' of society, has been confirmed as a deepfake. According to an investigation by fact-checking outlet BOOM Live, the audio track accompanying the footage is synthetic and does not reflect any actual statements made by the actor.
Digital forensic tools utilized by BOOM Live flagged the audio as likely AI-generated, noting discrepancies between the actor's lip movements and the spoken words. The original source of the video footage was identified as a separate, unrelated public appearance where Dutt did not discuss political or religious topics. The manipulation appears to be a deliberate attempt to misrepresent the actor's views on sensitive socio-political issues.
This incident highlights the growing prevalence of AI-generated misinformation targeting public figures in India. Experts warn that as deepfake technology becomes more accessible, the potential for synthetic media to influence public discourse and incite communal tensions increases. Viewers are advised to exercise caution when encountering inflammatory content featuring high-profile individuals and to rely on verified news sources for confirmation of such claims.
BOOM Live has conducted a forensic analysis of the viral video, confirming that the audio was synthetically generated and that the original footage contains no such remarks. The report aligns with standard digital verification practices for identifying AI-manipulated media.
No corroborating trusted sources found.
Original report: BOOM Live