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Mrunal Thakur warns of legal action over AI-generated deepfake content

Mrunal Thakur

MUMBAI: Bollywood actress Mrunal Thakur has warned of legal action against individuals creating or sharing artificial intelligence-generated deepfake videos and images using her identity without permission.

According to Indian media reports, Thakur expressed concern over AI-generated content circulating on social media that falsely depicts her.

She said the unauthorized use of a person’s identity through artificial intelligence for misleading or harmful purposes is unacceptable.

In an Instagram Story, the actor urged those responsible for producing or distributing deepfake videos and images featuring her name or likeness to stop immediately. She warned that she would not hesitate to pursue legal action if the activity continued.

Thakur’s statement has renewed debate over the growing misuse of deepfake technology and its potential impact on privacy, reputation and digital safety. Experts have warned that AI-generated fake content can damage an individual’s credibility, violate privacy and create legal and social challenges.

The entertainment industry has increasingly raised concerns over the spread of deepfake content, with actors and public figures calling for stronger legal safeguards and more effective measures to protect personal identity and digital rights.

Wedding bells ringing in my parents’ minds, says Mrunal Thakur

Wedding bells

MUMBAI: Indian actress Mrunal Thakur has revealed that her parents frequently discuss her marriage, joking that wedding bells are constantly ringing in their minds.

The actress has been busy promoting her latest film Do Deewane Shehar Mein, in which she stars alongside Siddhant Chaturvedi. The film has now been released in cinemas.

‘Settle Down’ Talks at Home

Speaking to Shosha India, Mrunal shared that conversations about marriage and settling down have become increasingly common in her household.

“My parents always have wedding bells ringing in their minds,” she said, adding that while her family sees it as the next step, for her it still feels like a dream.

She revealed that just the previous night, her father advised her that it was time to settle down in life.

A Light-Hearted Exchange

Mrunal said she jokingly suggested that her father should take the initiative and look for a suitable match himself.

“I told him, why don’t you call your sister and ask if she knows a good boy?” the actress shared with a laugh.

According to Mrunal, her father responded by asking, “But where is the boy?” to which she replied, “That’s exactly what I’m saying.”

Previous Rumours Addressed

Earlier, the actress had dismissed rumours linking her to South Indian star Dhanush, particularly speculation that the two were planning to marry on Valentine’s Day. Mrunal categorically denied the claims, calling them baseless.