With artificial intelligence (AI) making it easier to create realistic deepfakes, celebrities across the world are increasingly facing identity theft and unauthorised use of their images and voices. Indian actor Mrunal Thakur has now joined the growing list of public figures taking a stand against such misuse.

Mrunal Thakur, who has taken a stance against the issue and warned people making deepfakes of her, is the most recent addition to that list.

Mrunal Thakur on AI deepfakes

Mrunal Thakur took to Instagram today, August 4, 2026, to share a firm warning against creating or circulating deepfake content. The actor called out the rampant misuse of AI-generated content.

Thakur called such acts “illegal and unacceptable” and highlighted that people should be held accountable for using someone else’s identity without permission.

Other celebs on against AI misuse

Mrunal is among many Indian celebrities who spoke against AI deepfakes. In recent times, actors have reached courts to safeguard their identity, image and personality rights from AI-generated misuse.

Mrunal Thakur upcoming projects

Mrunal Thakur has several interesting projects planned for her after a year in which movies like Dacoit and Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai earned mixed reviews from viewers.

Mrunal is currently involved with Atlee Kumar’s highly anticipated action drama Raaka. The cast of this movie includes well-known actors like Rashmika Mandanna, Deepika Padukone, and Allu Arjun.

Although the makers have not yet confirmed it, the movie is aiming for a December 2027 release date. Moreover, it is also believed that the movie is budgeted at ₹1000 crore.