Residents of Marase village deepfake video — Nov 2026
A viral AI-generated video depicting a tiger prowling through Marase village caused widespread panic among local residents before officials confirmed it was.
- Reported date
- Nov 8, 2026
- Target
- residents of Marase village
The exact incident date was not established. This entry is dated by its source report.
A fabricated video depicting a tiger prowling through Marase village at night recently circulated across social media platforms, triggering significant alarm among the local population. The footage, which was generated using artificial intelligence, was widely shared online and even featured in some digital media reports, leading to a state of fear among villagers.
What happened
The incident involved the creation and dissemination of a deepfake video designed to mimic a real-life wildlife sighting. Upon investigation, Forest Department officials confirmed that the footage was entirely artificial and urged the public to remain calm. DCF (Mysuru Circle) K. Paramesh addressed the situation, clarifying that no such tiger sighting had occurred and that the video was a malicious use of AI technology intended to incite fear. In response to the incident, authorities have announced plans to lodge a formal complaint with the Cyber Crime Police Station. Officials are now pursuing legal action against the individuals responsible for creating and uploading the deceptive content, emphasizing the need for stricter measures to prevent the misuse of AI for public disruption.