<ul data-eligibleForWebStory="false">AI influencers, computer-made characters designed to look, talk, and act like real people, are emerging in the digital world.Zara Shatavari, India’s first AI influencer, involves deep storytelling, consistent design, and technical work to create her character.Virtual influencers offer creative freedom without limitations of time, location, or logistics, unlike human influencers.Challenges include lack of awareness about AI influencers and potential implications of blending virtual and real realms.