A viral AI-generated video featuring conservative commentator Charlie Kirk and former US President Barack Obama appearing in a scene from the action movie Fast Five has sparked widespread debate online, highlighting both the appeal of entertainment and growing concerns about deepfake technology.
AI Charlie Kirk vs Barack Obama like Fast and Furious movie goes viral on X
The clip, which went viral on social media platform X earlier this week, digitally overlays the faces of several political and public figures onto the bodies of characters from the 2011 Fast & Furious franchise. The altered footage presents a fictional confrontation in the style of a dramatic action sequence, mixing humor with political satire.
The video was first picked up by online influencer MrZed, whose post quickly went viral, garnering more than 13,000 likes shortly after being shared. Within hours, reposts and edited versions began appearing on multiple accounts, making the clip a popular topic on the platform.
In addition to Charlie Kirk and Barack Obama, the AI-generated edit features manipulated likenesses of several other public figures, including Benjamin Netanyahu, Kamala Harris, Joe Biden and music producer Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs. The faces are digitally mapped onto the bodies of the original cast members, creating a surreal transition between real-world politics and Hollywood action cinema.
The original Fast Five starred the likes of Vin Diesel and Paul Walker and is widely credited with turning the franchise into a global blockbuster focused on large-scale heists and elaborate action sequences. By inserting recognizable political figures into these scenes, the viral video plays on viewers’ familiarity with both pop culture and contemporary political figures.
While many users reacted with amusement, others raised concerns about how convincingly AI tools could manipulate the appearance of real people. Media analysts note that the technology used in such videos — often referred to as deepfake AI — is becoming more accessible, allowing creators to create realistic face swaps using consumer-grade software.
Digital media experts warn that while this particular clip has a clear satirical feel, similar techniques can be used to spread misinformation or fabricate events. In the past two years, governments and technology platforms have faced increasing pressure to develop policies targeting AI-generated media, especially during election cycles when misleading content can influence public perception.
The viral clip also reflects a wider trend in internet culture where AI tools are used to remix familiar films with unexpected characters. Online communities often create parodies that place politicians, celebrities, or historical figures in fictional universes, blurring the line between humor and hoax.
X has not released a specific statement regarding the video and it remains available at the time of writing. The platform’s rules generally allow parody and satire as long as the content does not deceive users into believing it depicts real events. But experts say that as artificial intelligence technology improves, distinguishing satire from manipulation may become increasingly difficult for casual viewers.
Neither Charlie Kirk nor Barack Obama have publicly responded to the viral video.