31 July,2026 02:28 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Samay Raina and stills from Latent I Pictures via X
A viral video claiming that comedian Sunil Pal, veteran actor Mukesh Khanna and comedian Kapil Sharma appeared together as panelists on Samay Raina's India's Got Latent 2 has taken social media by storm. However, several netizens have alleged that the clip is AI-generated, sparking a fresh debate over the growing misuse of artificial intelligence in creating misleading celebrity content.
The video, which has been widely circulated across social media platforms, appears to show the three entertainers seated together on the judging panel of the comedy reality show. The unexpected lineup quickly grabbed attention, with many users initially believing that the trio had indeed come together for the show's second season.
As the clip gained traction, several social media users began questioning its authenticity. Viewers pointed out unusual facial expressions, lip-sync issues and unnatural voice modulation, claiming these were telltale signs of AI manipulation. Many argued that the celebrities' movements looked digitally altered rather than genuine.
The speculation intensified as no official announcement had been made by either Samay Raina or the makers of India's Got Latent 2 regarding the participation of Sunil Pal, Mukesh Khanna or Kapil Sharma. The absence of promotional material or confirmation from the celebrities further fuelled doubts about the video's legitimacy.
Several users took to X and Instagram to warn others against believing everything they see online. While some praised the technical quality of the edited clip, others expressed concern over how convincingly AI-generated content can blur the line between fact and fiction. The incident has once again highlighted the challenges posed by rapidly advancing AI tools, particularly when they involve well-known public figures.
The viral clip also reignited discussions around responsible use of artificial intelligence in entertainment. Many users noted that realistic deepfake videos can easily mislead audiences, spread misinformation and potentially damage the reputations of celebrities if consumed without verification.
Neither Sunil Pal, Mukesh Khanna, Kapil Sharma nor Samay Raina has publicly addressed the viral video at the time of writing. Likewise, there has been no official confirmation from the show's team suggesting that the three celebrities were ever part of the panel.
Until verified information emerges, the claims surrounding the video remain unsubstantiated. The episode serves as another reminder for social media users to verify viral content through official sources before accepting it as authentic, especially at a time when AI-generated videos are becoming increasingly sophisticated and difficult to distinguish from real footage.
