In an era dominated by the ubiquitous sharing of visual content on social media, the proliferation of fake photographs and digital fakes has emerged as a critical issue. This paper explores how fake images are detected with fusion of by various techniques of image processing, CNN, and machine learning, presenting an innovative approach to address the intricate challenge of identifying manipulated images. This paper gives insight on various approaches of image processing techniques and state-of-the-art machine learning algorithms used in a robust forgery image detection system. A comprehensive framework is proposed on various image forensic methods, ensuring the precise detection of fake images across diverse contexts. The paper also emphasizes the impact of countering the dissemination of fake photographs to preserve the credibility of digital media. This combination of image processing, CNN and machine learning propels the ongoing quest to uncover the truth behind the surge of digital fakes in today's digital landscape.