Who are the top celebrities on the 2025 Deepfake Deception List?

According to the report, Bollywood stars Shah Rukh Khan and Alia Bhatt are the top celebrities whose images and voices are most frequently used in AI-driven deepfakes promoting false endorsements, giveaways, and links to fraudulent websites.

How much are Indian victims losing to deepfake scams?

The report states that those who fell victim to such deepfake scams reported an average loss of Rs 34,500.

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Deepfake Deception Epidemic: Shah Rukh Khan and Alia Bhatt Top 2025 Risk List

Q: What is the 'Most Dangerous Celebrity: Deepfake Deception List' by McAfee?

The 'Most Dangerous Celebrity: Deepfake Deception List' is an annual report by cybersecurity firm McAfee that highlights how cybercriminals are using the names and likenesses of public figures, including celebrities, to mislead users online through deepfake technology.

14 Nov, 2025

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Shah Rukh Khan and Alia Bhatt most exploited by deepfake scams
90% of Indians exposed to fake celebrity endorsements
Scammers use as little as 3 seconds of voice to create audio deepfakes

Deepfake Deception Epidemic: Shah Rukh Khan and Alia Bhatt Top 2025 Risk List

According to McAfee's 2025 'Most Dangerous Celebrity: Deepfake Deception List' released in November 2025, Bollywood stars Shah Rukh Khan and Alia Bhatt have been identified as the most exploited personalities by cybercriminals using deepfake technology. The report reveals that 90% of Indians have come across fake or AI-generated celebrity endorsements, with those who fell victim to such scams reporting an average loss of Rs 34,500.