As web surfers keep pursuing the latest gossip and celebrity scandals, a disconcerting new trend has been on the rise—the sudden resurgence in the search for the so-called "Saheb Bhattacharya viral video link."
What appears to be a salacious celebrity scandal is an online trap masquerading as entertainment. Cybersecurity specialists are now cautioning users to avoid such links, deeming them dangerous cyber Maware.
The "Saheb Bhattacharya viral link" has nothing to do with the leaked videos or rumors—it's a cybercrime strategy. Criminals are using the name of a well-known Bengali actor to trick users into following malicious links.
These links offer explicit or personal content, often with misleading headlines and spoofed thumbnails, but direct users into cyber traps.
Risk include
-Phishing attacks that steal passwords and your personal information.
-Malware or spyware that infects a phone or computer secretly.
-Leads to imitation news or video sites as its fake websites.
-Pop-ups requesting unjustified permissions—a telltale sign you're being scammed.
Who is Saheb Bhattacharya?
Saheb Bhattacharya is a highly acclaimed Bengali actor, famous for his performances in Gorosthane Sabdhan, Double Feluda, and Aaro Ek Prithibi, among numerous others.
He is also Indian football legend Subrata Bhattacharya's son. His spotless public life and popularity have arguably led cyber scammers to target him, hijacking his name to create interest and clicks.
Why you should not click these links
Suppressing your curiosity is important because such links not only hurt public figures, but they may hurt you as well. Here's why:
-Invasion of privacy: Such scams take place involving illegally shared, tampered-with, or fabricated material.
-Theft of money: Most links prompt logins, which may result in theft from your bank accounts or e-wallets.
-Cyber abuse: Sharing or clicking renders you an accomplice to cyberbullying.
-Legal risk: Sharing or viewing non-consensual intimate content is a punishable offense.
-Emotional damage: It affects real people, their careers, and their mental health.
Ask these 5 questions to yourself before clicking any viral link
1. Is it from an official, verified source?
2. Is a trusted media outlet reporting on it?
3. Does it seem overly sensational or “too shocking to be true”?
4. Is the connection requesting your login or personal details?
5. Is the thumbnail deceptively explicit or misleading?
If any of the answers is "yes," the best action is to shut down the tab right away.
Physical consequences of being duped by such scams
-Your information can be hijacked through phishing techniques.
-Your device can be frozen or monitored by malware.
-You can lose access to social media, emails, or even money accounts.
-You could also face legal repercussions for accessing destructive content.
The bottom line
Seductive headlines and viral URLs are no excuse for being oblivious to digital ethics. Hitting on fake content isn't only dangerous—it's contributing to the issue. Be cautious, be smart, and think twice.
Shield your online existence. Think twice before you click.
If you find any suspicious links, report them to cybercrime authorities or report them using government fact-check websites such as PIB Fact Check or Cyber Dost.