New Delhi, Dec. 30 -- An India-based YouTube channel built entirely on low-effort, AI-generated videos is reportedly earning tens of crores of rupees annually, highlighting how artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming online content consumption-and raising questions about quality, regulation and creator sustainability.

A recent global study by video-editing platform Kapwing has found that the most-viewed YouTube channel producing so-called "AI slop" content operates out of India. The channel, Bandar Apna Dost, is estimated to generate about $4.25 million a year, or roughly Rs.35-38 crore, despite being launched only a few months ago.

The report analysed nearly 15,000 of the world's most popular YouTube channels and identified hun...