Punjabi singer Geeta Zaildar has taken a strong stand against the spread of fake celebrity death news after personally confronting the man accused of circulating false information online. A video of the incident has gone viral on social media, showing Geeta Zaildar questioning the accused for spreading baseless rumors to gain views and earn money.
According to reports, the accused was operating a Facebook account named ‘Preet Dhillon Official’. Through this account, he allegedly spread fake death claims about several prominent Punjabi singers and Bollywood actors. Celebrities falsely declared dead included Sanjay Dutt, Diljit Dosanjh, Ammy Virk, Babbu Mann, Miss Pooja, Satinder Sartaaj, Gurpreet Ghuggi, and Harjit Harman. These posts created panic among fans and caused unnecessary distress to families and close associates.
Viral video shows direct confrontation
In the widely circulated video, Geeta Zaildar is seen confronting the young man and accusing him of deliberately spreading false information for personal benefit. The singer strongly criticises such actions, stating that spreading fake death news is not harmless content but a serious act that affects real people. Geeta Zaildar highlights how families are often the first to suffer emotional shock when such rumors surface online.
The singer further points out that while celebrities may later clarify the truth, the mental anguish caused in those initial moments cannot be undone. His firm stance has received widespread support on social media, with users praising GeetaZaildar for calling out misinformation instead of ignoring it.
Account deleted after complaint
Following the confrontation, the Facebook account ‘Preet Dhillon Official’ was reportedly reported to authorities and later taken down. While there is no official confirmation regarding legal proceedings, the removal of the account has been seen as an important step towards controlling the spread of fake news.
The incident has once again highlighted the growing problem of digital misinformation and the lack of accountability on social media platforms. Similar issues involving Punjabi celebrities and fake news have previously been discussed on Kiddaan, reflecting how often public figures become targets of such content.
The video continues to circulate on platforms like YouTube and Instagram, sparking conversations around responsible content creation and online ethics. Geet Zaildar’s actions have positioned him as a strong voice against misinformation in the Punjabi entertainment industry.
FAQs
Q: Why did Punjabi singer Geet Zaildar confront the accused?
A: Geet Zaildar confronted the man for spreading fake death rumors about Punjabi singers and Bollywood actors on social media.
Q: Which celebrities were targeted by the fake news?
A: Celebrities like Diljit Dosanjh, Sanjay Dutt, Ammy Virk, Babbu Mann, Miss Pooja, and Satinder Sartaaj were falsely reported dead.
Q: What happened to the Facebook account spreading the rumors?
A: The account named ‘Preet Dhillon Official’ was reported and later deleted.
Q: Why is fake celebrity death news harmful?
A: Such news causes panic, emotional distress, and mental trauma for celebrities, their families, and fans.
