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Salman Khan's 'Maatrubhumi' Trailer Sparks Online Debate Over AI‑Generated Visuals
✍️ India Today
🗓 11 Nov 2026, 02:56 PM
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The trailer of Salman Khan's upcoming film 'Maatrubhumi' has gone viral, with netizens questioning the use of artificial intelligence in its visual effects.
The first look of Salman Khan's much‑anticipated film "Maatrubhumi" was released on digital platforms earlier this week. Within hours, the trailer amassed millions of views, generating a flood of comments across social media.
A significant portion of the online discourse centers on the visual effects, which many viewers suspect were enhanced or created using artificial intelligence tools. Critics argue that the glossy sequences appear inconsistent with traditional VFX methods, prompting calls for greater transparency from the film's makers.
The production house has not yet issued an official statement regarding the technology employed. Meanwhile, fans continue to share mixed reactions—some praising the futuristic look, others urging the industry to maintain authenticity in cinematic storytelling.
Industry analysts note that the controversy reflects a broader trend of AI integration in Indian entertainment, a development that could reshape production workflows if embraced widely.
Regardless of the debate, the trailer has succeeded in keeping "Maatrubhumi" in the public eye, raising expectations for its eventual release later this year.
A significant portion of the online discourse centers on the visual effects, which many viewers suspect were enhanced or created using artificial intelligence tools. Critics argue that the glossy sequences appear inconsistent with traditional VFX methods, prompting calls for greater transparency from the film's makers.
The production house has not yet issued an official statement regarding the technology employed. Meanwhile, fans continue to share mixed reactions—some praising the futuristic look, others urging the industry to maintain authenticity in cinematic storytelling.
Industry analysts note that the controversy reflects a broader trend of AI integration in Indian entertainment, a development that could reshape production workflows if embraced widely.
Regardless of the debate, the trailer has succeeded in keeping "Maatrubhumi" in the public eye, raising expectations for its eventual release later this year.