Govinda issues public notice against those spreading false information about his marriage, threatens ₹100 crore lawsuit

Mumbai, Aug 23 (IANS) Amid all the rumors and misleading reports surrounding actor and former MP Govinda on social media regarding his personal life, a public notice has been issued on his behalf warning netizens, media institutions, digital platforms, and content creators not to publish or share any false, defamatory, malicious, fabricated, or unverified material related to Govinda or his family.

This notice was issued a day after Govinda’s wife Sunita Ahuja’s conversation with Rakhi Sawant went viral. In the conversation, Sunita claimed that she withdrew the divorce petition as Govinda intended to marry actress Rani Swarnkar.

The notice issued by Govinda specifically mentions photos, videos, audio, morphed images, deepfakes, and any other synthetic content created using AI.

Govinda has expressed through this notice that he has not granted anyone permission to create, manipulate, or use any material related to his voice, image, identity, or personal/family life through AI or digital technology.

Going by the notice, civil and criminal action will be taken against the accused under applicable laws related to defamation, violation of privacy, misuse of identity, and cybercrime. The notice further mentions various provisions under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 and the Information Technology Act, 2000.

Govinda has warned of claims up to ₹100 crore for those found guilty.

Additionally, the actor might also seek court orders to act against their bank accounts, restrict property transactions, seize passports, and pursue other legal measures, in accordance with the law.

Moreover, action has been sought against YouTube channels and other social media accounts accused of deliberately spreading misleading or false content related to Govinda.

Referring to his past experiences, Govinda has further expressed concern that rumors may be spread in an organised manner to damage his public image.

Through this public notice, Govinda aims to stop the circulation of unverified news or unchecked rumors about his personal matters on social media.

–IANS

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