Key Points

Akshay Kumar has spoken out against AI-generated videos that falsely show him portraying Maharishi Valmiki. He took to Instagram to clarify that these trailers are completely fabricated. The actor expressed concern about how quickly misleading content can spread online. He is currently focused on his real upcoming project, Jolly LLB 3.

Key Points: Akshay Kumar Denies AI Fake Maharishi Valmiki Film Trailer Videos

  • Akshay Kumar issued the clarification via his Instagram stories to debunk the viral AI content
  • He criticized news channels for reporting on the fake videos without proper verification
  • The actor urged media houses to authenticate information before broadcasting it
  • Kumar is currently promoting his upcoming courtroom comedy film Jolly LLB 3
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Akshay Kumar denies AI-generated videos of him as Maharishi Valmiki, calls it 'fake'

Bollywood star Akshay Kumar clarifies AI-generated videos showing him as Maharishi Valmiki are fake, urging media to verify news before reporting.

"I have recently come across some AI-generated videos of a film trailer showing me in the role of Maharishi Valmiki. I want to clarify that all such videos are fake and created using AI. - Akshay Kumar"

Mumbai, Sep 23

Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar has clarified that the videos circulating online showing him as Maharishi Valmiki are entirely AI-generated and tagged them as “fake.”

On Tuesday morning, Akshay took to his Instagram stories, where he posted a clarification about the casting as Maharishi Valmiki in a film trailer.

He wrote: “ I have recently come across some Al-generated videos of a film trailer showing me in the role of Maharishi Valmiki. I want to clarify that all such videos are fake and created using Al.”

He added: “What's worse, some news channels decide to pick these up as 'news' without even verifying if these are real or morphed. In today's time, when misleading content is being produced at great speed through manipulative Al. I sincerely request media houses to verify and report only after authenticating the information.”

Akshay's latest release gearing up for the release of his upcoming film “Jolly LLB 3.”

Talking about “Jolly LLB 3,” the courtroom comedy-drama directed by Subhash Kapoor. It is the third part of the Jolly LLB series and sequel to Jolly LLB 2. The film also stars Akshay Kumar, Arshad Warsi, Amrita Rao and Saurabh Shukla.

The first installment was released in 2013. The black comedy legal revolves around the early life of Advocate Jagdish Tyagi, also known as Jolly, and focuses on his attempt to earn six innocent labourers their justice and his journey against the monopolistic behavior of the rich and judicial corruption.

The storyline is loosely inspired by the 1999 hit-and-run case of Sanjeev Nanda and a minor reference to the Priyadarshini Mattoo case.

The second installment, which was released in 2017, stars Akshay as Jagdishwar Mishra, with Huma Qureshi, Annu Kapoor, and Kumud Mishra in supporting roles. Saurabh Shukla, Sanjay Mishra, and Brijendra Kala reprise their characters from the original film.

Based in Lucknow, the story follows a lawyer who fights a case against a ruthless and powerful advocate to bring justice to the deceased victim of a fake encounter involving a corrupt police officer and a terrorist presumed dead.

- IANS

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Rohit P
Honestly, I saw that video yesterday and thought it was real! The AI technology has become so advanced. But media channels should be more responsible in verification.
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Sarah B
While I appreciate Akshay's clarification, I wish he had also addressed why playing Maharishi Valmiki would be problematic in the first place. We need more authentic casting choices in Bollywood.
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Arjun K
Looking forward to Jolly LLB 3! The first two parts were brilliant. Hope this one maintains the same standard of social commentary mixed with comedy. 🤞
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Michael C
The AI situation is concerning worldwide. India needs stronger laws against deepfake content. Good on Akshay for calling this out publicly.
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Nisha Z
Some news channels have become so irresponsible these days. They'll run anything for TRP without fact-checking. Shame on them! 😠
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Karthik V
The Jolly LLB series has been excellent so far. Realistic portrayal of our judicial system with the right mix of humor. Excited for part 3!

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