Payal Gaming issues legal warning after intimate deepfake video goes viral, says, "This is deeply hurtful and dehumanizing"

Payal Gaming issues legal warning after intimate deepfake video goes viral, says, "This is deeply hurtful and dehumanizing"

Payal Gaming has finally spoken. After days of mounting speculation and a viral intimate video wrongly attributed to her, the popular gaming creator has issued a powerful and deeply personal statement, condemning the misuse of her image and calling for accountability in the age of AI-generated exploitation.

For nearly 72 hours,ocial media had been buzzing with claims that an explicit clip circulating on various platforms featured Payal. The accusations spread wildly despite no verification. Her name trended on X, pulled into comment threads, reaction videos, and online gossip cycles that thrive on speed rather than truth.

Her fans pushed back immediately, pointing out inconsistencies in the clip and insisting the video was an AI-generated deepfake created purely for attention. But as the noise escalated, the burden shifted to Payal herself, who has now responded with clarity and a level of vulnerability rarely seen from creators caught in such storms.

In her Instagram Story, Payal Dhare wrote:

“I never expected to have to speak publicly about something so personal and distressing.

Over the past few days, content has been circulated online that falsely associates my name and image with a video currently being shared on digital platforms. I want to state this clearly and without ambiguity: the individual depicted in that video is not me, and it has no connection to my life, my choices, or my identity.”

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The statement cuts straight to the heart of the issue: not just the false claim, but the way a person’s dignity can be dismantled within minutes in the digital ecosystem.

“What has been most painful is not only the misrepresentation itself, but the speed and ease with which a person’s dignity can be undermined in the digital space. These actions have consequences far beyond the screen, affecting real people, real families, and real lives.”

Her message also reflects the emotional toll such viral scandals take on women online. Deepfake pornography has become one of the most pervasive forms of digital abuse, disproportionately targeting female creators, actors, anchors, and influencers. Payal acknowledges this pattern directly.

“This situation demands clarity and a voice not just for myself, but for the many women who are subjected to similar forms of online abuse and character attacks. This is not harmless content; it is deeply hurtful and dehumanizing.”

Payal also made it clear that legal steps are underway.

“I respectfully urge the public and members of the media to refrain from sharing, reproducing, or speculating about this material in any form. Appropriate legal steps are being taken to address the misuse of my name and likeness, and to ensure accountability in accordance with the law.”

As the statement circulated, fans, creators, and industry colleagues rallied behind her, reiterating that spreading unverified explicit content is not just reckless but illegal. Many highlighted that AI deepfake tools have become frighteningly accessible, enabling bad actors to fabricate realistic pornography using someone’s face without consent.e

Payal ended her note with gratitude:

“I am deeply grateful to those who have reached out with support, empathy, and understanding during this difficult time. Your kindness and trust have given me strength when I needed it most.”