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Meet Shabnam: Pakistan's first AI influencer

Virtual influencer Shabnam garners attention with her realistic photos and engaging persona

News Desk July 24, 2024 Less than a minute read

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Pakistan's first artificial intelligence (AI) influencer, Shabnam, has become a social media sensation with her captivating photos.

Created using advanced AI technology, Shabnam's official Instagram handle features stunning images of her in Pakistan's northern regions, such as Skardu and Azad Jammu and Kashmir.

PHOTO: INSTAGRAM/ shabnam_xai

According to her Instagram bio, Shabnam is a resident of Islamabad and an MBA student at Lahore University of Management Sciences. She is also described as a fitness trainer, model, and foodie.

PHOTO: INSTAGRAM/ shabnam_xai

Shabnam's Instagram account boasts over 3,000 followers and follows 22 notable Pakistani celebrities, including Dur-e-Fishan Saleem, Iqra Aziz, Ayeza Khan, Saira Yousuf, Yumna Zaidi, Aiman Khan, Hania Aamir, Sarah Khan, and Ayesha Omar. Among male artists, she follows only Ali Zafar and Feroze Khan.

Her posts showcase her in a variety of outfits, ranging from traditional Eastern wear to Western attire and gym clothes.

PHOTO: INSTAGRAM/ shabnam_xai

Social media users have been both surprised and impressed by Shabnam's lifelike images, praising the efforts of her creators.

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Tamer Hudayar | 11 months ago | Reply There s a news circulating everywhere about Shabnam Xai being Pakistan s first AI influencer but this claim is misleading. Several AI influencers from Pakistan have been around for a while. Links below https www.instagram.com maaya.pappaya https www.instagram.com iamrumelafatima https www.linkedin.com in pakistan-first-ai-maheen-6773502b0 https www.instagram.com maheen.ai.pak locale bz-hans hl am-et https www.instagram.com sara starfield locale bz-hans hl am-et When comparing Shabnam to global AI influencers like Aitana Lil Miquela and Imma Gram the gap in content quality becomes apparent. These influencers are known for producing highly engaging and dynamic content While there is no consistency or storyline in Shabnam s images in one you ll find her in France and in another she s in Gilgit. Even Indian AI influencers like Kyra are setting higher standards in terms of content creation and audience engagement. Conclusion These articles feel more like a promotional piece rather than well-researched journalism. It lacks depth in exploring the broader landscape of AI influencers and their capabilities. No doubt the AI influencer field is vast and has significant potential but Shabnam is essentially a joke in the name of AI influencers. Such images could be generated by a 10-year-old AI enthusiast with basic knowledge of generative AI tools. Therefore the international community might be laughing at Pakistan s standards in AI influencers

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