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Deepfake detected

First analyzed Mar 23, 2026, 12:12 PM · authenticity score 0/100

#29

AI confidence

100%

Risk level: critical

Post-processing

None

Findings

The image is a clear composite of multiple elements with distinct visual styles and origins.
A 2D cartoon character, styled like Eric Cartman from South Park, has been digitally superimposed onto a photographic background and placed next to a real person (John Cena).
A graphic text overlay, designed to look like a wooden sign, stating 'SOUTH PARK LIVE ACTION CASTING' is placed in the foreground.
Significant inconsistencies in lighting and shadows exist between the cartoon character, the graphic sign, and the photographic elements.
The cartoon character's feet show poor integration with the ground, lacking realistic perspective and cast shadows.
The overall scenario is intentionally fabricated for comedic or satirical purposes, explicitly indicated by the 'LIVE ACTION CASTING' text.

Recommendation

This image is a clear instance of digital manipulation, specifically a composite image created by overlaying graphic elements (the cartoon character and the text sign) onto a photograph. It is not an authentic, unedited photograph of the depicted scene and should be understood as a digitally altered or created visual joke/meme.

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62920cbb4d62a9da0284caafd1e94762d484ce63c4a0fccf42c97fceb77ee2c0

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This is a deepfake (0/100 authenticity). AI-generated or AI-altered.

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