Udaipur, April 1, 2025: Everyone is noticing a new trend on social media. Suddenly, a flood of Ghibli-style images is filling feeds. But how did this AI technology go viral? Recently, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman changed his profile picture to a new Ghibli-style image.

Since then, a craze has taken over social media. From movie scenes to personal moments and funny memes, everything is now being shared in Ghibli style. But what exactly is Ghibli? And why is there so much hype around it? Let’s find out.

What is Ghibli's Style?

For those who aren’t familiar with Studio Ghibli, it’s a famous animation studio from Japan, founded in 1985. Studio Ghibli movies are known for their imaginative worlds, beautiful use of colors, and heartwarming stories. The Ghibli style blends a love for nature, magical realism, and the mysterious bonds of friendship.

Ghibli-Style Pictures with the Help of AI

Currently, OpenAI's new GPT-4o technology can turn any picture into a Ghibli-style image. Simply upload a photo and tell the AI, "Create a Studio Ghibli version of this image." This feature has become so popular that users are now converting their pictures into Ghibli style and sharing them on social media.

Ghibli Storm on Social Media

This trend has already taken off among many users. Now, when you scroll through social media, you’ll see everything from profile pictures to Bollywood movie scenes uploaded in Ghibli style. Even Google Trends is showing a spike in interest for Ghibli style. Users in India, in particular, are very excited about this technology.

Miyazaki's Reaction

While the public is fascinated by Ghibli-style images, Studio Ghibli’s founder, Hayao Miyazaki, is not impressed. He expressed, "I am completely disappointed. If someone wants to make something spooky, they can do it. But I would never use this technology in my work."

Some people view this as a new form of art, while others feel that AI is distorting real art. If you're curious and want to try creating your own photo in Ghibli style, you can easily do it now with the help of GPT-4o.