AI Clones Kishore Kumar's Voice: Digital Grave-Robbing or Creative Tribute?

In the absence of statutory safeguards, AI-generated tracks continue to proliferate on digital platforms—often without licensing, attribution or revenue sharing.

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Storyboard•05-01-2026, 08:23

AI Clones Kishore Kumar's Voice: Digital Grave-Robbing or Creative Tribute?

•An AI-cloned voice of Kishore Kumar for "Saiyaara" went viral, sparking debate on innovation vs. exploitation.
•Singer Shaan deems AI voice cloning "cruel" and "unfair," stating AI lacks human emotional depth.
•Critics argue it's posthumous exploitation without consent, as deceased artists cannot defend their legacy.
•Experts call for clear laws on posthumous rights, mandatory licensing, and platform liability, as India's IP laws are inadequate.
•Concerns rise over commercial imbalance, cultural distortion, and India's lagging AI governance in creative content.

Why It Matters: AI voice cloning of deceased artists sparks ethical, legal debate in India, highlighting gaps in IP law.

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