Commentator Harsha Bhogle Calls Out 'Cruel' Fake Video of RR Star Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (WATCH)

Cricket commentator Harsha Bhogle denounced a viral, AI-doctored video that falsely depicted young cricketer Vaibhav Sooryavanshi as rude and arrogant. Bhogle took to social media to label the clip "cruel and mischievous," sparking a wave of fan support and condemnation of AI-generated misinformation.

The renowned cricket commentator and expert Harsha Bhogle denounced a fake video involving him and the Rajasthan Royals (RR) batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, which went viral on social media, sparking significant backlash and outrage among fans.

In a viral video utilising AI technology, Bhogle appeared to ask Vaibhav whether he should focus more on cricket and less on his love life. In the doctored clip, the 15-year-old responded in a highly disrespectful and arrogant manner, telling the veteran commentator to stick to questions about cricket instead.

“Sir, aapko nahi lagta hai ki cricket pe sawaal jyada karna chaiye aur mere pyaar mein kaam?” Sooryavanshi said in an AI-generated video. (Sir, don't you think you should ask more questions about cricket and fewer about my love life?)

*Vaibhav Suryavanshi*
hits 🎯 a big six of 
*Harsha Bhogle's Googly*

This boy is from a different planet 🤣 pic.twitter.com/WqtYQ4hYB6

— Brig Dr Lovleen Satija🇮🇳🩺 (@BrigLSatija) June 2, 2026

The original video is from the interaction during the BCCI Naman Awards, alongside Abhishek Sharma, Hardik Pandya, and Sanju Samson, where the group was engaged in a genuine and light-hearted discussion regarding the upcoming challenges of the sport, the evolution of modern batting, and their shared commitment to Indian cricket.

‘Depicts Vaibhav as Being Rude and Cocky’

The fake AI video didn’t go unnoticed by Harsha Bhogle, as he happened to come across the clip while scrolling through social media, especially X (formerly Twitter).

Disturbed by how technology has been used to manipulate and weaponize a young player like Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, the veteran commentator immediately took to his platforms to set the record straight and condemn the malicious intent behind the edit.

“There is a fake dubbed clip of me and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi doing the rounds on social media. It depicts Vaibhav as being rude and cocky. Neither was that question asked nor was there an answer like that,” Bhogle wrote.

“It is cruel and mischievous, especially towards a young kid who has been very respectful in his few interactions,” he added.

There is a fake dubbed clip of me and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi doing the rounds on social media. It depicts Vaibhav as being rude and cocky. Neither was that question asked nor was there an answer like that. It is cruel and mischievous especially towards a young kid who has been…

— Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha) June 2, 2026

Given the rising cases of misuse of AI technology to manipulate public figures and target young athletes, this incident serves as a stark reminder of the digital dangers facing sports stars today. Bhogle’s prompt intervention highlights the urgent need for digital literacy and robust mechanisms to verify content in an era where AI-generated misinformation can rapidly dismantle a reputation.

Fans Rally Against AI Manipulation

Fake AI video of Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, where he responds rudely to Harsha Bhogle, has sparked a wave of reactions on social media, especially X (formerly Twitter), with the netizens raising concerns about the unchecked spread of misinformation and the ethical boundaries of AI-generated content.

Taking to their X handles, fans and cricket enthusiasts strongly condemned the AI-generated clip of Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, calling it cruel and unfair towards respectful talent like him. While others lauded Harsha Bhogle for his quick intervention and for calling out the misuse of AI technology to spread misinformation and damage reputations.

Absolutely right, Harsha sir. That fake clip was so unnecessary and unfair to a respectful 14-year-old who’s just living his dream. Vaibhav handled everything with such maturity. We need to call out this kind of mischievous dubbing/AI nonsense before it harms young talents.…

— Adewale (@Energy__sol) June 2, 2026

Whyyyy create fake narratives about a sweet respectful young boy who always honours his seniors 😭💔 This is sooo cruel & mischievous towards an innocent kiddo!! 🙅‍♂️😡 Don't spoil any younger boy's pure image who hasn't even started yet... just for cheap views & likes?! Stop this…

— Ujala Singh (@imujalasingh) June 2, 2026

It’s unfortunate to see some people targeting Vaibhav for clicks and engagement. Spreading fake dubbed clips to paint a respectful kid as arrogant is not just irresponsible, it’s unfair. Criticize performances if you want, but dragging children into manufactured controversies is…

— Anil Dube | ABHM Gujarat (@anildube) June 2, 2026

Fake dubbed clips like this are unfair to a humble young talent like Vaibha Suryavanshi.

— Aliansari (@Saif_Official85) June 2, 2026

People falling to a new low everyday 😢💔 

I loved how you call him "Beta" every time. It's So adorable 🥰

— TheFakeFakeer (@TheFakeFakeer) June 2, 2026

Generally it is shared by blue ticket idiots who want reach. They are liked and shared by their fake accounts. Basically one or two persons make it look like it is true with their multiple fake ids.

— BiggBoss2019 (@Biggboss2019) June 2, 2026

Absolutely right, Harsha ! Vaibhav is such a talented and well-mannered young boy. These fake dubbed clips are cheap and disgusting. Let's celebrate the prodigy instead of trying to pull him down. More power to the young champion

— Hamza Khan (@Hamzakhan17_) June 2, 2026

the internet is disgusting, no respite for even a 15 year old. cruel space in the world !

— Krishna (voltz) (@Voltz_745) June 2, 2026

Great that you raised such issue here and at respective authority. Such videos should be taken down by x itself. Only genuine content should be allowed.

— Mihir Desai (@Mihir_Desai05) June 2, 2026

Meanwhile, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi finished the season as the highest run-getter, with 776 runs, including a century and 5 fifties, at an average of 48.50 and a strike rate of 237.30 in 15 matches.

Alongside his record-breaking campaign, Sooryavanshi took home five major individual honours, including Orange Cap, Most Valuable Player, Emerging Player, Super Striker, and Most Sixes of the season. He will return to action for India A’s ODI tri-series against Sri Lanka and Afghanistan in Sri Lanka, starting on June 9.