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"Have to learn how to do this Ghibli stuff…": Anand Mahindra joins the Ghibli art trend with a humorous twist

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The rise of the Ghibli trend, AI-generated art has taken the internet by storm, with users worldwide experimenting with various styles and techniques. One of the most captivating trends is the creation of images inspired by Studio Ghibli ’s iconic animation style. Thanks to advancements in AI tools like OpenAI’s ChatGPT, individuals can now easily generate dreamlike, hand-drawn visuals that mirror the whimsical charm of Ghibli films. This has generated enthusiasm and concern, placing issues of digital privacy and the ethicality of changing individual photos in the limelight. As AI technology keeps evolving, it redefines the lines of creativity, technology, and privacy.




Anand Mahindra joins the Ghibli art trend goes viral




Anand Mahindra , Chairman of the Mahindra Group, recently generated buzz among his followers after an encounter with a fan-made Ghibli-style picture of himself riding a scooter. The drawing was shared as a response to another tweet that expressed congratulations to Jawa 42 FJ upon winning the Viewer's Choice Motorcycle of the Year at the Times Drive Auto Summit & Awards. The hand-sketch drawing inspired by Studio Ghibli-animated style appealed to Mahindra, to whom he responded with a smiling smiley, jokingly stating his interest in learning: "Have to learn how to do this Ghibli stuff…"







Mahindra’s tweet sparks playful reactions from fans and followers



No surprise there. Mahindra's tweet also elicited a storm of tweets from his Twitter audience. One X user joked, "#Ghibli has turned Anand Mahindra Sir into a superhero," joking that Mahindra would not be able to keep up with the trend due to fear of the load it would put on OpenAI servers, referencing Sam Altman's recent memo on the overload. Another defender pointed out a tiny detail, saying, "Hey, your side stand is still out. It may be dangerous while driving!" adding a playful touch to the exchange.

Another netizen compared Mahindra's new cartoon character to a South Indian celebrity in a light comment, further adding to the playful vibe surrounding the exchange.




Ghibli-inspired AI art takes over social media feeds



The use of AI to create art in the unmistakable Studio Ghibli vein recently ran through social media. The movement, largely propelled by the advancements at OpenAI, enables users to create dreamy, hand-sketched paintings capturing the ethereal whimsy of Hayao Miyazaki films. The resulting work tends to be retro and thankful for the lighthearted artistic manner typical of the traditional films by Studio Ghibli.




AI-generated Ghibli-style art sparks creativity and raises ethical questions


With the latest update to OpenAI’s ChatGPT, creating AI-generated Ghibli-style art has become incredibly accessible. Users are transforming various forms of imagery, including famous movie scenes, personal photographs, and even landscapes, into captivating, Ghibli-inspired artwork. These pieces are marked by rich color palettes, soft textures, and fantastical compositions that mimic the aesthetic of Miyazaki’s hand-drawn animation.

Beyond just artistic appeal, these AI-generated pieces are captivating audiences and sparking discussions about the evolution of creativity in the digital age. The trend has become a viral sensation, with many sharing their personal interpretations of Ghibli’s enchanting style across various social media platforms.

Even while the trend of AI-made Ghibli art remains interesting to the masses, it has also raised ethics and privacy issues in the world of the internet. The majority of the users are gradually realizing that personal photographs can be made into art with the use of AI, and potentially alter pictures without one's consent. This opens doors for discussions of digital creativity boundaries, the likelihood of image tampering without one's consent, and privacy intrusion dangers.

As the trend evolves, it still continues to ignite debates about the role of AI in creative work. The line between human ability and machine-enhanced creativity is being erased increasingly. While some view this as a revolution in digital art, others are uneasy, with fears of misuse of these technologies. Even as it provokes questions, AI-generated Ghibli-style artwork is an exciting new frontier in digital artistry that turns previous assumptions about art and authorship on their head.





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