'Deeply disturbing': Sreeleela condemns AI misuse, calls for responsible usage
What's the story
Actor Sreeleela has joined the chorus of voices speaking against the misuse of artificial intelligence (AI), particularly the surge of AI-generated images and the spread of fake social media accounts. In a strongly worded social media post, she urged netizens to stop supporting what she called "AI-generated nonsense." "There is a difference between using and abusing technology," she wrote.
Post details
'Every girl out there is a daughter, granddaughter, sister...'
Sreeleela emphasized that technological advancements should "simplify life, not complicate it." She also highlighted the personal impact of AI misuse, saying, "Every girl out there is a daughter, granddaughter, sister, friend, or colleague, even if she chooses art as one of her professions." "We wish to be part of an industry that spreads joy, with the confidence that we are in a protected environment."
Personal impact
'I have always taken things with a pinch of salt...'
Sreeleela also revealed that her busy schedule had kept her unaware of many online happenings. "I have always taken things with a pinch of salt and lived in my own world but this is deeply disturbing and devastating," she wrote. She thanked her well-wishers for bringing these issues to her attention and expressed concern for her colleagues facing similar problems.
Call to action
'I also see my fellow colleagues going through...'
Sreeleela appealed to her audience with "grace and dignity," asking for their support and understanding. She expressed faith in people's ability to stand by those affected. "I also see my fellow colleagues going through the same and am reaching out on behalf of everyone," she wrote, adding that the matter will now be taken over by the authorities.