Chiranjeevi reacts to Devara: Part 1 Chuttamalle controversy
Jr NTR recently called out trolls for using Artificial Intelligence (AI) to create a deepfake video of the Devara : Part 1 song Chuttamalle featuring him and Janhvi Kapoor. The actor strongly condemned the act, warning of legal action against those created the clip and are spreading it on social media. According to him, using AI to create something vile is shameful beyond words. And now, megastar Chiranjeevi has come out in support of the Devara: Part 1 actors. He vowed to take up this matter to Telugu Film Chamber and the Producers' Council, recommending them to form a dedicated support cell.
Taking to his X (formerly Twitter) account, Chiranjeevi said he is is deeply disturbed by the use of AI to create degrading and morphed videos of a woman. The Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu actor strongly condemned such acts, stating they are 'cruel, shameful and unacceptable'. The actor added this is not an issue concerning only one individual or one movie.
"Today, it has happened to someone else. Tomorrow, it could happen to you, me or anyone we know. We cannot remain silent simply because it has not affected us personally. Every one of us has a responsibility to stand against this abuse. Those who create such content and those who deliberately spread or amplify it must be held accountable under the law. This cannot be dismissed as a joke or treated as entertainment," he shared.
The actor further expressed that a dedicated support cell should work with cyber crime authorities and support those affected. He also feels that the two teams should coordinate efforts to remove such content and pursue legal action against those responsible.
On a concluding note, the megastar stated that the entire Telugu film fraternity should come together for this effort. Chiranjeevi also requested the Central and State goverments to take strong and effective measures against the misuse of AI for such abuse. "Please do not watch, download, share or circulate these videos, even with the intention of condemning them. Report them to the respective platforms and Cyber Crime authorities instead."
Talking about Devara: Part 1 , the film was released theatrically on September 27, 2024. Directed by Kortala Siva, the film received mixed feedback upon its big-screen release. In this movie, Jr NTR had dual role, while Janhvi was seen as Thangam.
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