YouTuber Payal Dhare, also known has Payal Gaming, has unfortunately became victim to AI deep-fake video and her alleged MMS has surfaced on social media. While her fans showed their support towards her, she has also broken her silence on the ongoing controversy. She penned a powerful note on Instagram, calling the incident hurtful and dehumanising.
Payal Dhare wrote on Instagram, “I never expected to have to speak publicly about something so personal and distressing. Over the past few days, content has been circulated online that falsely associates my name and image with a video currently being shared on digital platforms. I want to state this clearly and without ambiguity: the individual depicted in that video is not me, and it has no connection to my life, my choices, or my identity.”
“What has been most painful is not only the misrepresentation itself, but the speed and ease with which a person’s dignity can be undermined in the digital space. These actions have consequences far beyond the screen, affecting real people, real families, and real lives. I have always believed in maintaining silence in the face of negativity. However, this situation demands clarity and a voice-not just for myself, but for the many women who are subjected to similar forms of online abuse and character attacks. This is not harmless content; it is deeply hurtful and dehumanizing,” she further wrote in her post.
She concluded, “I respectfully urge the public and members of the media to refrain from sharing, reproducing, or speculating about this material in any form. Appropriate legal steps are being taken to address the misuse of my name and likeness, and to ensure accountability in accordance with the law. I am deeply grateful to those who have reached out with support, empathy, and understanding during this difficult time. Your kindness and trust have given me strength when I needed it most- Payal Dhare.”
Amid the controversy around Payal Gaming, actress Sreeleela also called out the misuse of AI.
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