AI Image Consent
Yami Gautam urges media and public to respect consent regarding AI image use.
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Yami Gautam’s post did not name the “Chuttamalle” video or any specific incident; she framed her appeal as a general request to the media to leave public-appearance images in their original form.
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Jr NTR called on state governments and the Government of India to introduce strict regulations against AI misuse, and urged people not to watch, share or engage with the manipulated video.
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Chiranjeevi described AI-generated degrading videos of women as a wider issue that could affect anyone, not only the celebrities targeted in this case.
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Separately, Gautam is set to play Mohini in the fantasy family entertainer Nayyi Navelli, which is scheduled to open in cinemas on October 16, 2026.
Actress Yami Gautam called on media outlets to stop using AI to alter or enhance her photos from public appearances, emphasizing that any manipulation of a person's likeness requires their knowledge and consent. ANI News reported her post on X, which framed the appeal as a broader request to leave public-appearance images in their original form.
The request comes as the Indian film industry faces a growing crisis over AI-manipulated explicit videos. Hindustan Times noted that Gautam, a recent National Award winner for Best Actress, issued the special plea amid backlash over deepfake content involving other actors, including a sexually explicit video created from the song "Chuttamalle."
Jr NTR Condemns Deepfake Video, Demands Legal Action
Jr NTR publicly condemned the AI-manipulated video and warned of legal consequences for those who created or shared it. Free Press Journal reported that the actor called on state governments and the Government of India to introduce strict regulations against AI misuse, urging the public not to watch, share, or engage with the manipulated content.
Broader Industry Concern Over AI-Generated Degrading Content
The deepfake crisis has sparked widespread concern among Indian celebrities. Telangana Today reported that actor Chiranjeevi described AI-generated degrading videos of women as a systemic issue affecting not only targeted celebrities but anyone vulnerable to such manipulation. Other actors have also spoken out against AI misuse in recent weeks.
Gautam's Upcoming Role in Fantasy Family Film
While navigating the AI controversy, Gautam is set to play Mohini in the fantasy family entertainer Nayyi Navelli. India Today noted the film is scheduled to release in cinemas on October 16, 2026, marking her next major project after her recent National Award win.
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