Actor Sonu Sood unveils a disturbing deepfake incident as an imposter exploits vulnerable families for money. Stay vigilant against digital scams.
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Actor Sonu Sood, renowned for his roles in blockbuster films like ‘Dabangg,’ ‘Happy New Year,’ and ‘Aagadu,’ recently found himself at the center of a distressing incident involving a deepfake video. Sood, known for his philanthropic efforts, received the fabricated video from a follower on social media, prompting him to take immediate action to clarify the situation.
Taking to his social media platform, Sood shared the deepfake video on Thursday, aiming to dispel any confusion regarding the authenticity of the content. In the video call, an impersonator, using the deepfake technology, engaged with a family in dire need of financial assistance for medical treatment. The imposter assured them of support from Sonu Sood, creating a deceptive scenario that exploited the family’s vulnerable situation.
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My film FATEH is inspired by real life incidents involving Deep Fake and fake loan apps.
This is the latest incident where someone tried to extract money from an unsuspecting family, by chatting with them through video call pretending to be Sonu sood.
Many innocent individuals… pic.twitter.com/cXNBsa4nvCAdvertisement
— sonu sood (@SonuSood) January 18, 2024
In a candid caption accompanying the video, Sood expressed concern over the misuse of deepfake technology. He also shared insights into his upcoming film, ‘FATEH’. He revealed that the movie draws inspiration from real-life incidents involving deepfake videos and fraudulent loan applications. The actor urged his followers to remain vigilant, cautioning against falling victim to such scams. He wrote, “Many innocent individuals fall into this trap. I request all of you to be vigilant if you receive such calls. #fateh.”
On the professional front, Sonu Sood is busy in the production of ‘FATEH’. The film is a collaborative effort between Zee Studios and Sood’s production company, Shakti Sagar Productions. It promises a unique blend of action and distinctive settings. With Sonu Sood and Jacqueline Fernandez in leading roles, ‘FATEH’ is poised to deliver an enthralling cinematic experience.
The incident sheds light on the growing prevalence of deepfake technology misuse for fraudulent activities.
As ‘FATEH’ takes shape, the actor continues to navigate the realms of both reel and real-life challenges. He uses his influence to bring awareness to issues affecting unsuspecting individuals in the digital age.
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