Deepfakes are being used as a weapon to target women leaders in Pakistan, creating fake and harmful videos to discredit them. One notable case involves Azma Bukhari, a politician from Punjab, who found herself the victim of a sexualized deepfake video. This video, which falsely depicted her in a compromising situation, was spread on social media to damage her reputation.
Deepfakes are manipulated videos or images that make it look like someone is doing or saying something they never did. With advancements in artificial intelligence, these fake videos are becoming more convincing and easier to create. In Pakistan, where media literacy is low, these deepfakes are particularly damaging, especially for women in public roles.
Bukhari, who was deeply affected by the fake video, is now fighting back by taking legal action to hold those responsible accountable. This issue highlights the need for better awareness and stronger laws to protect individuals from the misuse of technology.
