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The project report details the development of a deep learning system for detecting deepfake images, addressing the challenges posed by sophisticated generative models. Utilizing MTCNN for face detection and InceptionResNetV1 for classification, the system achieved a validation accuracy of 95.6% on the VGGFace2 dataset. Future enhancements include extending detection capabilities to videos, real-time applications, and integrating audio analysis.

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Fake_Image_Detection_Report_Descriptive

The project report details the development of a deep learning system for detecting deepfake images, addressing the challenges posed by sophisticated generative models. Utilizing MTCNN for face detection and InceptionResNetV1 for classification, the system achieved a validation accuracy of 95.6% on the VGGFace2 dataset. Future enhancements include extending detection capabilities to videos, real-time applications, and integrating audio analysis.

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Fake Image Detection System - Project Report

1. Problem Statement
Deepfakes are synthetic media in which a persons likeness is convincingly replaced or altered using

deep learning techniques. While these technologies have creative and entertainment uses, they are

increasingly being misused to spread misinformation, impersonate individuals, and compromise

digital trust.

The problem lies in the rapid advancement and accessibility of generative models like GANs, which

can produce hyper-realistic images and videos. Manual detection is ineffective against such

sophistication, necessitating automated solutions.

Our goal is to develop a robust and scalable deep learning system that can accurately differentiate

between authentic and manipulated images using facial features. The solution must be efficient,

interpretable, and suitable for real-world deployment.

2. Introduction
The rise of artificial intelligence and deep learning has led to powerful tools capable of generating

hyper-realistic visual content. One of the most concerning applications of these tools is the creation

of deepfake media, particularly images and videos of human faces.

Traditional detection methods, such as pixel-level analysis or forensic techniques, often fall short

when dealing with sophisticated manipulations. Hence, a deep learning approach is better suited for

such tasks, as it can learn complex patterns of manipulation across millions of samples.

This project utilizes a combination of the MTCNN (Multi-Task Cascaded Convolutional Networks) for

face detection and InceptionResNetV1, a highly efficient facial recognition model, for classification.
Our system uses the large-scale VGGFace2 dataset for training, enabling it to generalize well

across different faces, lighting conditions, and manipulation techniques.

3. Literature Survey
The field of deepfake detection has gained momentum over the past few years. Various academic

studies and open-source projects have proposed detection systems using convolutional neural

networks (CNNs), recurrent neural networks (RNNs), and ensemble methods.

Some research uses frequency domain analysis to catch inconsistencies invisible to the human eye,

while others focus on temporal coherence in videos. Common architectures include XceptionNet,

ResNet, and EfficientNet, all of which have been evaluated on datasets like FaceForensics++,

Celeb-DF, and VGGFace2.

Interpretability has also become a critical aspect. Techniques like Grad-CAM allow researchers and

developers to visualize what the model is focusing on, enhancing the trustworthiness of the

detection system. Our project draws on these foundations, integrating state-of-the-art techniques

into a compact and deployable architecture.

4. Methodology
The architecture of the system is structured in a pipeline with the following key components:

1. **Face Detection**: Using MTCNN, we detect and extract facial regions from the input image.

This focuses the analysis solely on the area of interest.

2. **Preprocessing**: Faces are resized, normalized, and formatted for the classifier.

3. **Classification**: InceptionResNetV1, a hybrid of Inception and ResNet architectures, is used to

classify faces as real or fake. It leverages transfer learning from VGGFace2.

4. **Visualization**: Grad-CAM highlights the facial regions that contributed most to the models

prediction, increasing transparency.


Tools used include:

- PyTorch for deep learning

- Gradio for building the user interface

- OpenCV and PIL for image processing

- Grad-CAM for model interpretability

5. Result
The system was trained on a subset of the VGGFace2 dataset, which contains over 3.1 million

images. The training achieved a validation accuracy of 95.6%, indicating high generalization and

robustness in distinguishing real and fake images.

Several test cases were evaluated, showing accurate classification along with meaningful

Grad-CAM visualizations. For example, fake images often showed model attention around

inconsistent facial boundaries or lighting artifacts. Real images displayed a more holistic attention

map across symmetrical facial features.

These results demonstrate the practical utility of the system for both research and real-world

applications.

6. Conclusion and Future Scope


The proposed deepfake detection system effectively combines strong face detection (MTCNN) with

powerful classification (InceptionResNetV1), supported by clear interpretability via Grad-CAM. With

over 95% accuracy, the system stands as a viable solution for automated image authenticity

verification.

**Future Enhancements**:

- Extend to video deepfakes, capturing temporal inconsistencies


- Real-time detection in live streams and video calls

- Integrate audio deepfake analysis using NLP

- Improve multilingual and mobile support through enhanced interfaces

As synthetic media continues to evolve, such detection systems will be vital in maintaining trust

across digital platforms.

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