Bollywood icon Hrithik Roshan has won an important legal battle against deepfakes and abuse of celebrity identity. The Delhi High Court has restrained officially people and platforms from using Hrithik’s name, image, voice, or likeness in any AI-made or false content without his clear consent.

The move is timely when AI and deepfake videos are spreading fast in India, tending to blur the reality vs. fiction line. Hrithik, a face closely identifiable and marketable as any from Bollywood, stood firm to safeguard his reputation and image from being used for nefarious purposes online.

Justice Manmeet Pritam Singh Arora, the judge hearing the case, ordered various internet sites and listings misusing Hrithik’s name to remove the content immediately. But the court was at pains to say that genuine fan sites and fan clubs will not be touched — only those leasing his persona for profit or false promotions are under this order.

The court highlighted that the use of a celebrity’s face, voice, or edited clips not only deceives people but also infringes on their publicity and personality rights. In short, no person or entity can derive profit from Hrithik’s personality or develop AI content mimicking him without the fear of prosecution.

This interim order is a significant development in directing how India addresses AI abuse and digital impersonation, particularly with regards to public personalities. The issue is to come back for a detailed hearing in March 2026, when the court can give a final ruling.

Hrithik’s move to court also mirrors a wider trend within the film world, as celebrities increasingly head to court to protect their online personas. Recently, other celebrities such as Aishwarya Rai, Abhishek Bachchan, Karan Johar, and Kumar Sanu have similarly approached court with petitions against the use of their face in such counterfeit or AI-based videos.

Deepfakes are increasingly becoming an issue all over the world, with a number of actors and celebrities being at the center of doctored videos or audio recordings that can tarnish reputations or deceive viewers.

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For Hrithik Roshan, the case is a signficant victory not only for him but for celebrity rights in India. It establishes a vital precedent, affirming that digital impersonation for monetary gain is not only unethical — it’s illegal. This ruling may open the doors to tighter controls on AI-generated content in India.

Actor Vicky Kaushal has spoken about the ongoing buzz around his strained relationship with director Anurag Kashyap, days after the director spoke candidly about their current lack of interaction.

In a conversation at the Yuvaa Conclave, the Masaan actor, all set to become a father soon, spoke about the directors with whom he is close. Vicky openly tagged directors such as Anand Tiwari, Meghna Gulzar, and Laxman Utekar, highlighting the importance of long-term creative partnerships based on respect and trust to him. Interestingly, there was no mention of Anurag Kashyap’s name in the list — something that did not escape the fans, particularly in the wake of Kashyap’s recent comments.

This comes after the director’s open interview with The Lallantop, where he spoke about Vicky Kaushal’s new movie Chhaava, which was released on February 14, 2025. Anurag shared that he screened the movie just to watch actor Viineet Kumar Singh perform and confessed that he didn’t particularly care for it.

More importantly, he also opened up about his equation at a personal level with Kaushal. “I have very little interaction with him now. I don’t judge him, because everyone has their own reasons… I don’t repeat myself. What I wanted to say, I said,” said Kashyap, clearly stating there has been distance between them.

For those who do not know their background, Vicky Kaushal’s first major role was in Kashyap’s 2015 film Masaan, and that remains a milestone in his career. Kashyap, an acclaimed director with a reputation for providing new talent with their initial major opportunity, had frequently boasted about Kaushal’s ascension in Bollywood. Nevertheless, with time, their professional journeys went different ways.

Vicky’s recent remarks indicate a subtle but strong effort to clear the air without taking things out of hand. By not mentioning Kashyap as one of his closest collaborators, the actor of Uri appeared to indirectly confirm increasing distance between them while accentuating the individuals who are still a part of his creative process.

Meanwhile, Kashyap’s comments also suggested no ill will merely a natural drift in all these years as both established their own careers.

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Although no reason for the estrangement has been openly expressed by either side, this public acknowledgement on both their parts has placed their once-strong relationship in sharp relief, and the fans wonder now if ever the two will again work together in the future.

The old rivalry between Salman Khan and director Abhinav Kashyap has resurfaced with a new series of comments from both parties. Abhinav, whose claim to fame is working on the 2010 blockbuster Dabangg, took another scathing jibe at the Bollywood mega star, dubbing him a “criminal” in an interview recently.

Talking to Bollywood Thikana, 51-year-old director Abhinav bashed Salman’s new movie Battle of Galwan, in which the actor will essay the role of a soldier. Abhinav bluntly stated, “A criminal like him will play a soldier?” pointing towards the numerous legal cases Salman has been facing all these years. He also added that it is not Salman who gets most hurt by his words but his fans.

Kashyap then went on to claim that Salman’s real problem with him stems from the fact that he could never be “bought.” He stated, “That’s what bothers him. His money is useless here. I’m not for sale,” making it clear that he sees his criticism as a matter of principle rather than personal vendetta. “I speak only from truth, not hate,” he added.

Salman didn’t stay absolutely silent in response. On Weekend Ka Vaar of Bigg Boss 19, the actor seemed to make a veiled but sharp comment about Abhinav without naming him. “There’s one more Dabangg guy who’s taking jibes at me and Aamir Khan as well. I just want to ask, you got any work, brother?” he smiled, eliciting laughter from viewers.

Salman subsequently went on to suggest that Abhinav had ruined his own career by always berating everyone else in the industry instead of attending to his art. “Attend to your family,” he counseled, implying that bitterness will get you nowhere. He finished up on a religious note: “You want to bring me on my knees, but I do that every day for God.”

This conflict is not new. The conflict between Salman Khan and Abhinav Kashyap started in 2010, when Abhinav accused Salman and his brothers, Arbaaz and Sohail Khan, of hijacking Dabangg and pushing him out of his own project. Ever since, Kashyap has incessantly accused the Khan family of attempting to destroy his career and of employing their clout to stifle his prospects in the industry.

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With this recent trade, it’s evident the controversy between the director and the star is still far from over, again dragging their buried feud to the forefront.

Indian YouTuber and social commentator Dhruv Rathee has touched off a heated public debate by challenging Bollywood icon Shah Rukh Khan’s enormous wealth and advertising decisions, most specifically his endorsement of paan masala brands.

In a new video posted on his X (formerly Twitter) handle, Rathee pointed out that the 59-year-old thespian has now gained an estimated net worth of ₹12,400 crore, making him one of the world’s richest stars and even beating many of the best-known Hollywood stars. Rathee emphasized how hard it is even to think of such a huge amount of money and showed his point by making some shocking calculations.

As per Rathee, if Shah Rukh Khan just kept this money in the bank with a 7% annual interest rate, he’d be making approximately ₹870 crore per year without lifting a finger. Even after paying approximately 40% in taxes about ₹500 crore SRK would still have more disposable income per year than most could ever dream of.

Rathee went on to calculate how much luxury this amount could afford. He calculated that if SRK purchased a private aircraft and funded its yearly maintenance expenses, this would cost around ₹200 crore annually. If he bought one upmarket residential property somewhere on the planet each year, that would cost another ₹100 crore. Even with luxurious world tours, five-star accommodations, and personal expenditures, his yearly expenditures would be ₹400 crore still far short of the ₹870 crore he would earn just in interest alone.

The YouTuber made the argument that even with all that lavish spending, Shah Rukh Khan’s fortunes wouldn’t go down. And so he posed a sharp question to the actor:

My question to Shah Rukh Khan.@iamsrk pic.twitter.com/MZjCbsIkjx

— Dhruv Rathee (@dhruv_rathee) October 15, 2025

“Isn’t this money enough? If it is, then why do you still feel the need to promote harmful products like paan masala?”

Rathee remembered that as per a 2014 report, SRK was being given around ₹20 crore a year to promote a paan masala company. He inferred that in 2025, the figure could quite easily be ₹100 to ₹200 crore annually, adjusting for inflation and SRK’s increasing clout.

The influencer concluded by calling upon the actor to consider the social responsibility that goes with such enormous wealth and popularity.

“Ask yourself the question truthfully, what are you going to do with all that money? Think about how good it would be for the nation if such a huge star would refrain from endorsing such dangerous products,” Rathee said.

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His comments have since triggered debates on celebrity endorsements, money, and ethics in India.

Bollywood star Deepika Padukone has made a big stride beyond the silver screen by joining forces with Meta as its new English voice of Meta AI. The actress announced the thrilling news on Instagram that people in six big English-speaking areas can now engage with Meta AI in her voice.

“Alright, so this is sort of amazing I think! I’m now with Meta AI and you can speak with my voice in English in India, United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Australia, and New Zealand. Go ahead and give it a try and let me know what you think!” she concluded with a smiling “Chat soon!” — a reference to her recently opened digital avatar.

This collaboration positions Deepika with a rare league of international celebrities to give voice to Meta’s chatbot AI, in a bold move for both her global career and Meta’s initiative to personalize digital communication. Her known and friendly voice adds a familiar, human element to the AI experience, helping to make technology more usable and interactive for people.

The declaration also speaks to Deepika’s increasing global reach, not only as an actress but as a cultural icon who crosses entertainment, wellness, and technology.

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Just days before this collaboration was revealed, Deepika achieved another significant milestone — being named the Government of India’s first-ever Mental Health Ambassador on October 12. A long-time advocate for mental wellness, Deepika has openly shared her own battle with depression and has consistently worked to break the stigma around mental health through her foundation.

Looking back on the honor, she added, “My own experience taught me that it is not a sign of weakness to ask for help, but a sign of strength.” Experts, such as Neha Cadabam of Cadabams Hospitals, welcomed the decision, pointing out the need to differentiate between normal sadness and clinical depression to pave the way for improved mental health awareness in India.

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