Ram Charan, Chiranjeevi host Amit Shah in Hyderabad; discuss AI deepfake concerns

Hyderabad: Union Home Minister Amit Shah met actor Chiranjeevi Konidela and his son, actor Ram Charan, at their residence in Hyderabad.

During the meeting, the father-son duo gave a warm welcome to the Union Minister and felicitated him by presenting a bouquet, an idol, and a traditional shawl.

Also present during the meeting was Union Minister G Kishan Reddy.

 

 

 

 

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 Ram Charan also shared a series of photos from the meeting, reflecting on their discussions around artificial intelligence and deepfake technologies.

 

 

 

 

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 “Honoured to meet the Hon’ble Union Home Minister Shri @amitshahofficial Ji along with my father Shri @chiranjeevikonidela garu today. I’m encouraged by his understanding and positive response to our concerns about the growing misuse of AI and deepfake technologies and the serious impact they have on artists and our industry,” he wrote.

The ‘RRR’ star stated that Union Minister Amit Shah assured the government of its examination of the matter.

“His assurance that the Government will examine the matter urgently and work towards stronger safeguards and strict action against such misuse is truly encouraging. Grateful for his time, understanding and support,” he continued.

On the work front, Ram Charan and acclaimed filmmaker Sukumar have officially reunited for their upcoming pan-India film, tentatively titled 'RC17', with the project’s grand Muhurat and Pooja ceremony held in Hyderabad.

Megastar and Ram Charan's father, Chiranjeevi, attended the launch as the Special Guest of Honour and sounded the ceremonial clapboard, marking the beginning of the film’s journey.

Produced by Naveen Yerneni and Y. Ravi Shankar under the banner of Mythri Movie Makers, the film is presented by Bhushan Kumar’s T-Series. 'Pushpa' director Sukumar is helming the project.

Ram Charan took to his Instagram handle and expressed his excitement about reuniting with the filmmaker.

"This one is extremely special. So happy to collaborate with my dearest @aryasukku garu once again #RC17 journey begins #YouCanImagine #RC2Sukku," he wrote.

Details about the film’s supporting cast, technical crew, storyline and principal photography schedule have not yet been officially disclosed by the makers.