Aishwarya Rai Abhishek lawsuit has grabbed global attention and raised new questions about AI misuse. Bollywood power couple Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and Abhishek Bachchan have taken YouTube and Google to the Delhi High Court. They claim their images, voices, and likenesses were misused in AI-generated deepfake videos.
According to court filings reported by Reuters, the couple is demanding $450,000 (about Rs 4 crore) in damages. They are also seeking a permanent ban on YouTube from hosting or profiting from misleading content. The case is being seen as a strong move against the rising problem of AI deepfake videos in India.
The 1,500-page lawsuit does not only target YouTube and Google. It also goes after small sellers who make money by selling fake merchandise, such as posters, mugs, and unauthorized autographed pictures. Some of the AI-generated clips show Abhishek Bachchan in false romantic situations, while others feature Aishwarya Rai with her former co-star Salman Khan. These viral videos have reached millions of views, with one poolside clip alone crossing 4 million.
The Delhi High Court has now asked Google’s lawyers to submit their written reply. The next hearing is fixed for January 15, 2026.
The Aishwarya Rai Abhishek lawsuit has sparked wider debates about celebrity privacy, stricter regulations, and the need to control AI platforms. Lawyers argue that training AI on manipulated content increases the risk of more fake videos spreading online.
This case could become a turning point in protecting celebrities from deepfake abuse and in forcing big tech companies to take stricter action.
