Veteran actor Shatrughan Sinha faced online backlash for sharing an AI-generated image of Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor Khan. The photo depicted Saif in a hospital bed with Kareena sitting beside him, following a recent incident where Saif was injured during a home invasion.
Incident Overview
On January 16, 2025, an intruder entered Saif and Kareena’s Mumbai home, demanding ₹1 crore. The intruder was discovered in their son Jeh’s room, leading to a confrontation. Saif, attempting to protect his family, sustained multiple stab wounds during the altercation. Despite the chaos, the Khan family remained composed. Saif was rushed to the hospital by his staff and son Taimur. The intruder, later identified as a Bangladeshi national with fake identities, was arrested by the police.
Shatrughan Sinha’s Post
In response to the incident, Shatrughan Sinha expressed his condolences and praised Saif’s recovery journey through a post on X (formerly Twitter). However, the use of an AI-generated image accompanying his message sparked criticism. Many questioned the necessity of sharing such a fabricated photo.
“Very sad & unfortunate the tragic attack on our near, dear & loved #SaifAliKhan which injured him severely. Thank God he is healing well to recovery. Profound regards to my all time favorite ‘show man’ filmmaker #RajKapoor’s granddaughter #KareenaKapoorKhan and the family.”
One user commented, “Sir, why use an AI-generated image of Saif and Kareena?” Another wrote, “This is an AI-generated image. Please avoid sharing such visuals.” Following the backlash, Shatrughan Sinha deleted the post and re-shared his thoughts without the controversial image.
Public Reaction
The incident highlighted the ethical concerns surrounding AI-generated images, particularly in sensitive situations. While Sinha’s intentions may have been genuine, his choice of visual content was seen as inappropriate by many.
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