A recent social media tribute post, shared by an Ivanka Trump fan account, has sparked a wave of reactions after mistakenly featuring an altered image of Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone instead of Usha Vance, wife of Vice President J.D. Vance. The post praised Usha as a “brilliant and accomplished attorney” and showcased an elegant white saree with intricate pearl embellishments.
However, keen-eyed internet users quickly recognized that the image was a digitally altered version of Deepika Padukone’s striking 2022 Cannes Film Festival look. The resemblance was remarkable, but her signature statement pearl blouse, dramatic ruffled drape, and sleek, middle-parted hairstyle—created by renowned designers Abu Jani Sandeep Khosla—gave away the mix-up. The presence of the unmistakable Cannes red carpet in the background further confirmed the mistake.
Social media was abuzz with reactions. One user clarified, “Usha is wonderful, but this is actually Deepika Padukone at Cannes in 2022.” Despite clear evidence of digital manipulation, some still believed the image to be authentic and continued to admire Usha’s elegance and style.
The viral post comes at a time when Usha Vance has been under heightened media scrutiny, following a recent incident where former U.S. President Donald Trump appeared to forget her name while mentioning her visit to Greenland. While Usha is widely recognized for her intelligence and legal expertise, this unexpected fashion-related mix-up has placed her in an entirely different kind of spotlight.
This incident also underscores the increasing challenge of misinformation in the digital era, where AI-powered photo alterations can blur the lines between reality and fabrication, even in high-profile political circles.
