The Mahakumbh Mela, the world’s largest religious gathering, commenced in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, on January 13. While Indian politicians and celebrities are set to attend the 45-day festival, international appearances have been rare, with Laurene Powell Jobs, widow of Steve Jobs, standing out for performing rituals earlier this week.
AI Video of Celebrities Takes the Internet by Storm
An AI-generated video has taken social media by storm, visualizing global icons participating in the Mahakumbh.
The viral video features top athletes like Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi taking a symbolic dip in the holy Sangam, the confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and mythical Saraswati rivers.
It doesn’t stop there. Prominent political leaders, including Donald Trump, Rishi Sunak, and Vladimir Putin, were also depicted attending the grand event.
Hollywood stars like Will Smith, Zendaya, and Tom Holland made virtual appearances, as did Elon Musk, seen taking a dip in the sacred waters.
The Viral Sensation and Ethical Concerns
The video, shared by the Instagram page ‘Artificial Budhi,’ amassed 5.7 million views in just three days. While many praised the video’s hyper-realistic visuals and creativity, some raised ethical concerns over the misuse of AI-generated content.
