KATSEYE's Lara Raj Responds to AI Deepfake Video Falsely Depicting Offensive Language
KATSEYE member Lara Raj addressed an AI-generated deepfake video falsely showing her using offensive and racist language. She described the video as hurtful and expressed disbelief that such content was created. Lara thanked fans for their support and urged kindness in response to the incident. The video sparked concern among fans and calls for legal action from the group's labels, HYBE and Geffen Records, against those responsible.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is neutral (55/100). Lens Score 33/100.
Outlets measured: timesnow, hindustantimes. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (42–68/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
hindustantimes broke this story on 23 Sept, 01:31 pm. Other outlets followed.