Images of Bangladeshi actress goes viral with false love jihad narrative

Recent social media posts have circulated images of Bangladeshi actress Jouty Islam, misleadingly associated with the narrative of a “love jihad” incident involving a supposed conversion from Hinduism to Islam. The first image depicts a couple, while the second image allegedly shows the woman with facial burn injuries. Users claim these images are from separate incidents, with the first occurring in 2023 and the second in 2025.

Fact-checking revealed that these claims are unfounded. A reverse image search traced the second image back to a Facebook post by Jouty Islam from October 21, 2025. In her post, she clarifies that the burn marks were part of a makeup effect for a movie scene, and the original post was intended to provoke reflection on untold stories in life. Further examination of her social media led to confirmation that the couple in the first image is also from a film project titled “Widow Wife.”

Jouty Islam has publicly addressed the viral posts, urging an end to misinformation and underscoring the respect due to religious sentiments.

Why it matters:

• False narratives can incite social discord and hamper community relations, particularly amid sensitive issues of faith and identity.
• Accurate information is crucial for maintaining trust in media and social networks, impacting public discourse and sentiment.

The latest:

• Jouty Islam has directly responded to the misinformation on her Instagram, calling for respect and accuracy in sharing information.