'I thought it was a prank' - How a Brazilian woman became the face of India vote fraud row

Published: 11/7/2025
'I thought it was a prank' - How a Brazilian woman became the face of India vote fraud row
Brazilian hairdresser Larissa Nery found herself at the center of India's voting fraud row after her photo was wrongly used in a press conference by Indian opposition leader Rahul Gandhi. Gandhi accused Prime Minister Modi's party of voter fraud, showcasing Nery's image to highlight multiple voter entries under different names. Nery confirmed the photo was hers but expressed fear and distress over the sudden attention, affecting her professionally and personally. The incident has sparked widespread discussion and speculation, leaving both Nery and the photographer, Matheus Ferrero, overwhelmed by the unexpected turn of events.