A clip of popular Telugu actor Allu Arjun resurfaced on X/ Twitter falsely depicting him as a campaigner a certain political party. While the video has made multiple rounds on the internet. Here’s that original video of the actor which is being misused. Read on.
Hyderabad: As the Lok Sabha elections gain momentum, social media platforms have witnessed a surge in deepfake videos featuring celebrities. On Monday, a clip of popular Telugu actor Allu Arjun resurfaced on X (formerly Twitter), falsely depicting him as a campaigner for the Congress party. However, it is important to know that Allu Arjun is not the only actor who has fallen prey to political campaign videos. Scroll down to find more information.
Allu Arjun’s Old Video Resurfaces Online
The video, which shows Allu Arjun waving and smiling at a crowd while standing in an open-top vehicle alongside his wife Sneha Reddy, was shared with the caption, “Allu Arjun is in the field to honour Congress.” Another user commented, “Allu Arjun is the biggest superstar of India. He is campaigning for Congress party.”
कांग्रेस के सम्मान में अल्लू अर्जून मैदान में।@alluarjun #Elections2024 pic.twitter.com/7DUvAyjbLf
— Er. Priyanka Jha (@JhaPriyankha) April 20, 2024
Meanwhile, it is worth noting that Allu Arjun hasn’t made any official statement regarding the same.
Truth Behind Allu Arjun’s Viral Video
Despite the claims made in the viral video, the truth is that Allu Arjun was not involved in any political campaigning. The video in question actually dates back to 2022 when the actor attended the India Day parade in New York. The event, which celebrated 75 years of India’s independence, honored Allu Arjun with the title of grand marshal.
The actor had shared videos from the parade on his Instagram Stories, expressing his gratitude for the honor. “It was an honour being the grand marshal at the India Day parade in New York,” he wrote.
Deepfake Videos on the Rise
The resurfacing of Allu Arjun’s video is not an isolated incident. In recent months, deepfake videos featuring various celebrities, including Aamir Khan, Rashmika Mandanna, Katrina Kaif, and Ranveer Singh, have emerged on social media platforms. These videos, which use artificial intelligence to manipulate and superimpose faces onto existing footage, have the potential to spread misinformation and create confusion among the public.
Allu Arjun’s Upcoming Projects
Despite the false portrayal in the deepfake video, Allu Arjun remains focused on his upcoming projects. The actor is set to star in the highly anticipated sequel, Pushpa 2: The Rule, directed by Sukumar. The film, which follows the events of Pushpa 1: The Rise, will see Allu Arjun reprise his role as the titular character, Pushpa, as he faces off against Fahadh Faasil’s inspector Bhanwar Singh Shekhawat. Rashmika Mandanna will also return as Srivalli in the film, which is scheduled to release on August 15. Allu Arjun’s case serves as a reminder that not everything shared online can be taken at face value, and it is essential to verify the authenticity of viral content before sharing or believing it.
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