When Aditya Dhar debunked AI-generated Ranveer Singh image from 'Dhurandhar 2': 'I urge…

In June 2026, filmmaker Aditya Dhar issued a formal statement to debunk a viral, AI-generated image of actor Ranveer Singh that was falsely linked to his film, Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge. The incident highlighted the increasing use of artificial intelligence to manipulate promotional material and spark public controversy.

What happened

A widely circulated image appeared on social media showing Ranveer Singh’s character, Jaskirat, smoking while wearing a turban. The image generated significant online criticism and sparked discussions regarding the film's portrayal of Sikh characters. Aditya Dhar clarified that the visual was not part of any official promotional campaign and had been digitally altered using artificial intelligence.

Dhar characterized the creation as a deliberate act of misrepresentation, noting that unidentified individuals had morphed official promotional materials to create false narratives. He emphasized that the depicted behavior—the character smoking while wearing a turban—was completely untrue and did not appear in the film. The director underscored his commitment to handling the representation of the Sikh community with sensitivity, dignity, and responsibility, labeling the doctored content as malicious and dishonest.

Following the incident, Dhar urged audiences to remain cautious of AI-generated content circulating online. He explicitly requested that fans rely only on verified updates released by the production team and warned that such acts of misinformation would be dealt with firmly. By addressing the fabrication directly, the filmmaker sought to protect the reputation of the project and prevent the spread of further misleading narratives.