Singer Sonu Thukral has approached the police after alleging that a viral clip from his recently released song Jugni, featuring actor Jacqueline Fernandez, was manipulated using artificial intelligence (AI).
The controversy began after a video circulated widely on social media, with several users claiming it showed a wardrobe malfunction involving Jacqueline Fernandez. Thukral has disputed the authenticity of the clip, alleging that it was digitally altered before being shared online.
The matter is now the subject of a police complaint.
Singer Says AI-Generated Version Was Circulated Online
On Friday, Sonu Thukral announced on Instagram that he had filed a police complaint regarding the viral video.
Sharing a photograph with a police officer while holding a copy of the complaint, he wrote that the circulating clip had been edited using AI technology.
According to the singer, an AI-generated version of the music video has been widely shared on social media, prompting him to seek legal action. He also indicated that he plans to speak publicly about the issue in the coming days.
Official Response From Jacqueline Fernandez Awaited
As of publication, Jacqueline Fernandez has not issued a public statement regarding the allegations.
Other members associated with the production of Jugni, including the music label and creative team, have also not publicly commented on the complaint.
The investigation is in its early stages.
Social Media Users React
The controversy has triggered extensive discussion online.
Several users have called for a thorough investigation into the allegations, urging authorities to identify anyone responsible if the video was indeed manipulated using AI.
Others noted that the original music video had faced criticism on social media before the latest allegations emerged, while emphasizing that any altered or fabricated content should be examined through official channels rather than speculation.
The authenticity of the viral clip has not been independently verified.
Growing Concerns Over AI-Manipulated Content
The incident highlights increasing concerns surrounding AI-generated and digitally manipulated media in the entertainment industry.
Cybersecurity experts have repeatedly warned that advances in generative AI make it easier to create convincing altered videos, commonly referred to as deepfakes, which can spread rapidly across social media and potentially damage reputations.
Authorities in India have increasingly encouraged individuals to report suspected AI-generated misinformation and manipulated content through appropriate legal channels.
Jacqueline Fernandez’s Upcoming Projects
On the professional front, Jacqueline Fernandez continues to remain active in the film industry.
She has been associated with Welcome to the Jungle, the ensemble comedy featuring Akshay Kumar and an extensive cast of Bollywood actors.
She has also been linked through media reports to an upcoming supernatural thriller produced by Not Out Entertainment. However, an official announcement regarding the project has not yet been made.
