The Truth Behind the Misleading Video Linked to Bhojpuri Artist Priti Paswan: Fact-Check and Cyber Security Warning

NEW DELHI: Recently, an objectionable 1-minute 48-second video clip has been rapidly circulating across social media and messaging platforms. This clip has been falsely attributed to the well-known Bhojpuri stage artist and digital creator, Priti Paswan. However, a technical and factual investigation into this widely shared content has conclusively revealed that the video is entirely fabricated and digitally morphed.

The artist herself has come forward to categorically deny these rumors. This incident has once again highlighted the severe dangers of misinformation and cyber security threats prevalent on the internet.

Fact-Check and the Artist’s Official Statement

Sharing unverified information on the internet can severely damage an individual’s digital reputation. As the controversy gained traction, Priti Paswan released a clarification video via her official social media account. She completely dismissed the fake claims based on undeniable physical evidence:

• Facial Recognition: Priti clarified that she has a prominent, natural mole on her face, which is entirely missing on the unidentified woman seen in the viral video.
• Tattoo Evidence: The artist has a distinct tattoo on her shoulder. A technical analysis of the disputed clip clearly shows that the woman in the video does not possess any such mark.

It is evident that certain anti-social elements have propagated an unknown video under Priti Paswan’s name with the malicious intent of gaining internet traffic and followers. The artist has stated that she will take strict legal action against the culprits.

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Cyber Security Warning: The Threat of Phishing and Malware

Amidst this incident, cyber security experts have issued a severe advisory for internet users. Whenever a misleading news story related to a popular public figure trends online, hackers and cybercriminals are quick to exploit the situation:

• Malicious Links (Phishing Links): Claims on social media such as “Click the link to watch the full video” are almost always traps laid by hackers.
• Risk of Data Theft: Clicking on these unverified links can automatically install malware and spyware on your smartphone or computer, putting your bank accounts and private passwords at severe risk of being stolen.
• Use of Bot Networks: According to experts, ‘spam bots’ are heavily utilized to trend such misleading keywords, aiming to victimize as many people as possible through phishing links.

Legal Consequences of Sharing Misleading Content

Under India’s cyber laws, damaging an individual’s reputation or sharing manipulated content (Deepfake/Morphed Media) on digital platforms without their consent is a highly punishable offense.

Under the strict provisions of the Information Technology Act (IT Act) and the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS):

• Creating, downloading, or forwarding obscene or misleading content is categorized as a criminal offense.
• Individuals or groups found guilty of such acts can face heavy legal fines as well as imprisonment.

Authorities and cyber cells are constantly appealing to citizens not to become a part of such unverified and misleading information chains and to immediately report any suspicious links.

Disclaimer:

This report has been compiled strictly for the purposes of public awareness, digital literacy, and fact-checking. Our organization strongly opposes the distribution of any unverified content, deepfakes, or non-consensual intimate imagery (NCII). Readers are strongly advised to adhere to cyber security standards and avoid clicking on misleading links.