AI-Generated Grand Egyptian Museum Promo Sparks Legal Battle and Public Debate

An AI-generated promotional video for the Grand Egyptian Museum, created by individual designer Abd Elrahman Khaled, has garnered significant attention and controversy. Uploaded on August 15, 2025, the high-quality video showcases the museum's grandeur and features AI-generated likenesses of prominent figures like Lionel Messi and Mohamed Salah, alongside Egyptian celebrities. The video's creator, Abd Elrahman Khaled, stated in the video description that the Egyptian Ministry of Tourism had filed a lawsuit against him for its production, though some public comments suggest the ministry later dropped the case. One user commented, "The Ministry of Tourism dropped the case. They were securing themselves in case any celebrities demanded ownership rights, so they would be safe, and when no one spoke up, they dropped it." Despite the legal dispute, the video has been widely praised by viewers for its professional quality and effectiveness in promoting Egyptian tourism. Comments highlight its artistic merit, with one user stating, "The one who designed this should hold a strong position in promoting state tourism." Another remarked, "Why is this? This is a magnificent promotion in every sense of the word." The video has accumulated over 200,000 views, indicating strong public engagement and a desire for innovative tourism promotion. The controversy surrounding the lawsuit has further amplified its reach, sparking discussions about intellectual property and creative freedom in digital content creation.

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