Social media figures Karolina Meschino and Goda Problema are locked in a public dispute after Meschino discovered her image and music video ideas were allegedly used without permission in the artificial intelligence-generated animated film Eglė laikų karalienė. The fallout escalated when Meschino’s private messages were leaked online, triggering conflicting claims regarding follower metrics and accusations of clout-chasing.
Cinemas Cancel Film After Director Admits Copying Meschino
- Karolina Meschino criticized the creators of Eglė laikų karalienė after noticing scenes mirroring her “Story” music video and the unauthorized use of her name in promotional materials.
- Director Arūnas Eimulis publicly admitted to using Meschino’s video concept without prior consent, prompting major cinemas to cancel planned screenings of the film, as reported by LRT.
- A subsequent digital feud erupted between Meschino and fellow internet personality Goda Problema over leaked private messages and disputed social media follower gains.
Lithuanian Cinemas Cancel Screenings over Copyright Concerns
The conflict initially ignited on social media surrounding the animated comedy film Eglė laikų karalienė, directed by Arūnas Eimulis, which was slated for theatrical release in January. Major Lithuanian cinemas subsequently canceled their scheduled screenings following heavy criticism over the project’s artistic quality and copyright concerns. Nuomonės formuotoja Karolina Meschino publicly condemned the project after spotting scenes directly mimicking her “Story” music video alongside the unauthorized use of her identity, according to Vakarų ekspresas. In her initial online outburst, she described the production harshly and stated she would consult legal counsel.
Director Arūnas Eimulis later admitted fault in a statement provided to Lrytas, acknowledging that he chose to use elements of Meschino’s video without asking permission. He explained that he intended to create a visual homage rather than a direct copy, but conceded that his unilateral decision misled the creative team. Actor Audrius Bružas, who voiced the promotional trailer, stated that he was unaware of any potential plagiarism and would step away from the project, as detailed by LRT.
Private Messages Spark Feud Between Meschino and Problema
As the controversy widened, Goda Problema’s name appeared in promotional materials as one of the film’s voice contributors, a detail that became another friction point. In response, Meschino vented her frustrations within a private “Close Friends” list on Instagram, where she wrote a hostile remark regarding Problema, as reported by tv3.lt. That private post, accompanied by an AI-generated image depicting Meschino boxing Problema, was captured by a mutual contact and forwarded directly to Problema, who promptly published it.
Meschino later addressed the leak by stating that her words were expressed out of intense private anger and did not constitute a physical threat. Following the initial clash, Meschino claimed on Wednesday that Problema capitalized on the scandal by gaining thousands of new Instagram followers. Meschino asserted that Problema’s follower count had jumped by thousands of users, and later shared unverified fan messages suggesting the increase was even higher. Problema firmly rejected these claims, stating that the figures were false and stating that public data showed her audience stood at approximately 118 thousand followers at the start of October, climbing to 129 thousand by Thursday.
| Key Participant | Reported Role / Claim | Source Outlet |
|---|---|---|
| Karolina Meschino | Raised copyright concerns over unauthorized use of her “Story” video and name | Vakarų ekspresas, tv3.lt |
| Arūnas Eimulis | Director who publicly admitted to using Meschino’s video concept without permission | Vakarų ekspresas, LRT |
| Goda Problema | Disputed claims of profiting from the feud with inflated follower metrics | Žmonės.lt |
| Audrius Bružas | Trailer voice actor who withdrew from the project following plagiarism concerns | LRT |
Legal and Cultural Implications for AI-Generated Media
The controversy surrounding Eglė laikų karalienė has triggered broader discussions within the Lithuanian cultural sphere regarding the ethical boundaries of artificial intelligence in filmmaking. Legal perspective shared in media coverage indicates that individuals whose likenesses or intellectual properties are utilized without authorization maintain valid grounds for complaints. Meanwhile, industry critics noted that the project’s heavy reliance on automated generation tools resulted in visual and auditory execution that fell far short of professional cinematic standards.
