The clip in question is an old video of Uday Kotak manipulated using artificial intelligence technology to show that he was endorsing certain financial products. In the viral fake video, he is seen talking about investing Rs 21,000 and earning over Rs 4 lakh weekly.
The misleading portrayal of Uday Kotak using AI is not an isolated incident. In the past, many celebrities and public figures have been targeted by similar incidents, where their fake videos have surfaced online. These videos typically involve deepfake technology, which can manipulate facial expressions, voices and actions to create realistic-looking content.
Actors and public figures are among the easiest targets for AI-generated fake videos due to their widespread recognition and influence. High-profile individuals like Amitabh Bachchan and Sachin Tendulkar have also fallen victim to such incidents. They also warned their fans against falling prey to such videos.
In February, market veteran Vijay Kedia also disowned a similar video, where he was shown as promoting a scheme. He warned the public, urging them to be cautious as he does not offer financial services or advice, whether free or paid.
