Who Is Jyothi Rai? Kannada Actor Demands Action On Deepfake Videos

Kannada television actor Jyothi Rai came forward to demand action after her private intimate videos were leaked online, sparking outrage among her fans and supporters. According to reports, these leaked videos and pictures have caused a stir on social media platforms.

Kannada Actor's Doctored Videos Get Leaked

Allegedly, a user on a social media platform, formerly known as Twitter, had been threatening Jyothi Rai with the release of her private content once his YouTube channel reached 1000 subscribers.

In response to the leaked images, fans of Jyothi Rai expressed anger and disappointment. Many users took to their social media handles to demand legal action against those responsible for sharing Jyothi’s intimate videos without consent. Some users even tagged the Bengaluru police, urging them to swiftly investigate the case.

Who Is Jyothi Rai?

Jyothi Rai is a known face on television, notably appearing in the Kannada show Guppedantha Manasu broadcasted on Star Maa. She has garnered a substantial following on social media platforms due to her appearances in various television episodes and films.

The dispute over the leaked videos intensified when a user on social media allegedly followed through on his threats by sharing edited images of the actor. These images, possibly altered using artificial intelligence technologies, quickly circulated online, causing distress among Jyothi’s supporters.

Expressing her anguish over the incident, Jyothi Rai urged authorities to take immediate action against the perpetrators to protect her reputation and her family's honour. She emphasised the potential irreversible damage caused by the dissemination of such content.

"I am traumatised by these messages and I request you to take proper and prompt action against such persons as my reputation and the reputation of my family are in danger," stated Jyothi Rai in response to the scandal. She also indicated that she had documented the user IDs for review and analysis by the authorities, "In addition, I would have to endure irreversible harm if nothing were done about these people. I have recorded each user's ID for your review and analysis."

In light of the situation, Jyothi Rai has filed a formal complaint against the individuals involved, seeking legal recourse. She has raised concerns about the widespread use of deepfake technology and its implications on privacy and security.

Jyothi Rai has been dating the young director Suku Purvaj, known for directing films like Sukra, Matarani Mounamedi, and A Masterpiece. Earlier this year, the couple publicly confirmed their relationship with romantic posts on their Instagram profiles. Subsequently, Jyothi and Suku announced their engagement and disclosed plans for their upcoming wedding.

Before her relationship with Suku, Jyothi Rai was married to Padmanabha, whom she wed at the age of 20. Together, they have an 11-year-old son.