Zara Shatavari is the Indian contestant for 'Miss AI'

Zara Shatavari, designed by Rahul Choudhry, is an AI generated model, is one of the top 10 finalists at the first beauty pageant for AI-generated models worldwide organised by content platform, Fanvue. She was chosen from more than 1,500 entries globally, lives in India, and advocates for conditions like depression and PCOS. She has her own website, offers writings on health and fashion, and has a sizable Instagram following where she features lifestyle content and photos about holidays like Diwali.

"My mission is to empower individuals to live their best lives by sharing valuable insights and tips on health, career development, and the latest fashion trends. With a natural Indian look and a human touch, I aim to connect deeply with my followers and inspire them every day," her website reads.

In a LinkedIn post, Rahul Choudhry said, "I am thrilled to announce that Zara Shatavari, our innovative AI influencer, has been selected as a top 10 finalist in the prestigious Miss AI Competition, out of 1500 expert participants from around the world!"

Choudhry said that while there is much discussion over the benefits and drawbacks of AI, he believes it all comes down to how we utilise it. "Zara's purpose is to spread awareness. She has a celebrity-like aura because we noticed people tend to follow celebrities and join their causes. This recognition by the FanVue World AI Creator Awards showcases Zara's outstanding contributions to the AI and influencer community. It's a tremendous honour to see her represent India and Asia on such a global stage, especially as the only finalist from India and one of only two from Asia."