Users of the social media platform X (formerly Twitter) should be cautious about fake news clippings and advertisements featuring singer Shreya Ghoshal. Tamil Nadu’s Additional Director General of Police (ADG) for Cyber Crime, Sandeep Mittal, has warned that these scams use misleading headlines and fake media logos to deceive the public.
How These Scams Work
According to Mittal, these fraudulent ads are promoted by verified X accounts with very few followers—often just 10 to 15. They use logos of reputed media outlets, such as The Indian Express, to appear legitimate. These misleading posts act as traps, luring users into potential cyber scams.
Shreya Ghoshal’s Response
Last month, Shreya Ghoshal revealed that her X account had been hacked. In an Instagram post, she warned fans not to trust any posts or links from her compromised account, as they could be phishing attempts. She also expressed frustration over X’s lack of response in helping her recover access.
Other Celebrities Targeted
Ghoshal is not the only celebrity affected by cyber fraud. Earlier this year, actor Swara Bhasker and comedian Tanmay Bhat also reported hacking incidents where their accounts were misused to spread spam and phishing links.
Channeliam Fact-Check: Be Cautious
Fact-Check Alert: These scam ads falsely claim to be from legitimate sources but are designed to trick users. Cybercriminals often use celebrity names to gain trust and mislead people into clicking on harmful links.
What You Can Do:
- Do not click on suspicious links or ads featuring Shreya Ghoshal.
- Verify news before sharing by checking official sources.
- Report fraudulent accounts and misleading posts on X.
- Stay alert to phishing attempts that ask for personal or financial details.
ADG Mittal has urged X to strengthen its security measures and block accounts engaged in such deceptive practices. Meanwhile, users must stay vigilant and think twice before interacting with viral posts.
