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Anupam Kher Warns Fans of Fake Instagram Account, Urges Them to "Ignore"

Anupam Kher issued a video warning on Instagram about a fake account named 'AnupamPKher30' that was using his photos and sending follow requests. He urged his friends and fans to ignore any such profiles, confirming he operates only one official Instagram account. Separately, the actor recently announced the expansion of his acting institute, 'Actor Prepares', with a new branch in Delhi. Kher cited Delhi's cultural landscape and the boom in OTT platforms as ideal reasons for the launch.

Key Points: Anupam Kher Alerts Fans to Fake Instagram Account

  • Fake Instagram account impersonates Anupam Kher
  • Actor issues video warning to fans
  • He clarifies he has only one official account
  • Also announces Delhi launch of his acting institute
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"Ignore": Anupam Kher cautions fans over his fake account on Instagram

Anupam Kher warns fans about a fake Instagram profile using his name and videos. He clarifies he has only one official account.

"I don't have any such accounts. Ignore them - Anupam Kher"

Mumbai, February 10

Anupam Kher shared a cautionary video for his fans against the emergence of a fake account under his name on the social media app Instagram.

On Tuesday, Kher took to Instagram to clarify that he has not created any new accounts after an unidentified person allegedly created a profile 'AnupamPKher30' using his photos and videos. He urged his fans and friends to "ignore" such accounts.

"Some of my friends have sent me a message that someone has opened my account on Instagram, AnupamPKher30. It has my profile picture and videos, and they are sending follow requests," said Anupam Kher.

He continued, "I don't have any such accounts. Ignore them, and that's all I wanted to say, because some of my close friends have sent me a message asking, 'Why did I open another account?' So I said I didn't open it. All the best, Lots and lots of love to all of you."

While sharing the video, Kher wrote, "IGNORE: I only have this Instagram account. Please ignore any request to follow any other account with my name. Jai Ho!"

Recently, Padma Bhushan awardee Anupam Kher announced the grand launch of his acting institute, 'Actor Prepares', in Delhi, after over two decades since its founding in Mumbai.

Speaking to ANI, Anupam Kher called Delhi the "ideal location" for the new branch of the 'Actor Prepares' institute, citing its cultural background. Additionally, with the rise of OTT platforms creating opportunities, Kher called it the perfect time to launch the school.

"Delhi is the capital of the country, but also culture captial. Here are embassies, art performances and exhibitions. I wanted to do it for a long time, I needed a central place in Delhi. It took us 21 years to convince people that acting can be taught, and years to build a reputation; now we can say we are the finest acting schools in the world. I am not able to say that for myself as an actor. We have so many OTT platforms, there are so many opportunities to get today, hence it was the ideal time to open today," said Anupam Kher.

Meanwhile, the actor will be next seen in the sequel to 'Khosla Ka Ghosla'. The film also stars Ranvir Shorey, Kiran Juneja, Boman Irani and Parvinn Dabass in the lead roles.

- ANI

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Rohit P
It's sad that even respected celebrities like Anupam sir have to deal with this. Social media platforms need to do better with verification and taking down impersonators. On a happier note, all the best for 'Actor Prepares' in Delhi! 🎭
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Aman W
Jai Ho! 😄 Classic Anupam Kher sign-off. Seriously though, this is a useful PSA. My uncle once almost fell for a fake account of a politician. People must stay alert.
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Sarah B
While it's great he addressed this, I do wish the article focused a bit more on his new acting institute. That's genuinely exciting news for aspiring actors in North India. The fake account story feels like a distraction from a positive development.
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Vikram M
Can't wait for Khosla Ka Ghosla sequel! The original is a cult classic. Hope the fake account issue gets resolved. Instagram's reporting system is sometimes very slow, yaar.
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Kiran H
His point about OTT creating opportunities is so true. The landscape for actors has changed completely. A school like 'Actor Prepares' in Delhi is needed. Wishing him the best!

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