Fake Instagram Account: Bollywood Beauty Files Case
The fake account reportedly contacted people associated with the film industry, posing as Vidya Balan and promising them jobs in exchange for money.
By: Tupaki Desk | 21 Feb 2024 6:21 AM GMTVidya Balan Takes Action Against Fake Instagram Account Fake Instagram Account: Bollywood Beauty Files Case From Deepfakes to creating fake accounts on Instagram and cheating people through it, the digital age is witnessing all kinds of nonsensical stuff and most of the time actresses are falling prey to it. And the latest victim is none other than Vidya Balan, the talented Bollywood actress.
Other day, Vidya Balan filed a case against an unknown person for creating a fake Instagram account in her name. The fake account reportedly contacted people associated with the film industry, posing as Vidya Balan and promising them jobs in exchange for money.
According to sources, the account was a replica of her official Instagram page, including a similar username and profile picture. The impostor then used the account to contact filmmakers, producers, and other industry professionals, claiming to be Viday Balan and offering them acting opportunities in upcoming projects. In exchange for
securing these roles, the impostor allegedly demanded money from the individuals they contacted.
The actress became aware of the fake account and its activities,prompting her to take immediate action. She filed an FIR at the Khar Police Station in Mumbai under Section 66C of the Information Technology Act, which deals with identity theft and impersonation. The police have registered the complaint and are currently investigating the matter.