Lagatar24 Desk
New Delhi: Shashi Tharoor has enthusiastically joined the viral Ghibli trend sweeping social media, showcasing his humorous side. The Congress leader shared AI-generated artwork of himself on X (formerly Twitter) with the caption:
“I’ve been assimilated into the Ghibli trend! These are pics sent by my supporters and well-wishers. Didn’t even know what Ghibli was till now, but consider me officially Spirited Away by this newfound revelation!”
The trend, which draws inspiration from Studio Ghibli’s iconic art style—famed for classics like My Neighbor Totoroand Spirited Away—has taken off following OpenAI’s GPT-4o update. Users are now leveraging ChatGPT’s advanced image tool to create anime-inspired versions of their photos and memes, injecting a playful yet artistic twist into the digital space.
AI-Powered Art & Ghibli Inspiration
The creative trend has captured the imagination of countless users online, with many generating stylized portraits that blend whimsical Ghibli aesthetics with modern digital art techniques. OpenAI’s CEO Sam Altman recently announced that while the image-generation feature is currently exclusive to paid subscribers, a rollout to free users is on the horizon.
Tharoor’s post, brimming with self-deprecating humor and charm, reflects his long-standing penchant for blending intellectual wit with pop culture references. The meme not only highlights his adaptability to emerging digital trends but also serves as a nod to the timeless appeal of Studio Ghibli’s storytelling and artistic legacy.
