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Fake Deepika Padukone Instagram Post Sparks Online Controversy
A misleading screenshot claiming Bollywood star Deepika Padukone shared support for activist Sonam Wangchuk has gone viral, but reports confirm the post was digitally altered.
A fake social media post attributed to Deepika Padukone has gained widespread attention online, creating confusion among users.
The viral screenshot allegedly showed the actress sharing a message about Sonam Wangchuk’s hunger strike, along with strong political comments. However, the image has been identified as digitally manipulated, and there is no record of such a post appearing on Deepika’s official social media accounts.
The false screenshot appeared believable to many users because several major Bollywood celebrities, including Deepika Padukone, Alia Bhatt, Aamir Khan, and Shah Rukh Khan, have not publicly commented on Wangchuk’s protest.
This is not the first time Deepika Padukone has been targeted by fake online content. Earlier, a fabricated screenshot claiming she had reviewed Ranveer Singh’s film also circulated widely despite having no connection to her actual accounts.
While some Bollywood figures have expressed support for Sonam Wangchuk, others have remained silent. Filmmaker Anurag Kashyap and several artists have publicly shared their views regarding the activist.
Sonam Wangchuk has been involved in a hunger strike at Delhi’s Jantar Mantar, with supporters raising concerns over various demands. The issue has drawn attention from political groups, activists, and social media users.
The spread of the fake Deepika Padukone screenshot highlights the growing challenge of misinformation and digitally edited content on social platforms.
Experts continue to advise users to verify viral claims through official sources before sharing them online.