- By Shailvee Tiwari
- Fri, 28 Mar 2025 10:49 AM (IST)
- Source:JND
A new update to ChatGPT has taken the internet by storm, allowing users to turn their photos into stunning Studio Ghibli-style artwork. OpenAI’s latest image generation tool in the GPT-4o model enables subscribers to upload pictures and receive beautifully stylized animations with just a simple prompt.
Why Is Everyone Talking About It?
Social media is buzzing with users sharing AI-generated Ghibli versions of their childhood photos, pets, and even famous pop culture moments. OpenAI’s CEO, Sam Altman, joined the trend by updating his profile picture to a Ghibli-style AI image, further fueling the craze.
How to Create Your Own Ghibli Artwork
1. Log into ChatGPT and select the GPT-4o model.
2. Upload your image of choice.
3. Enter a prompt like “Turn this into a Studio Ghibli-style animation.”
4. Download and share your AI-generated masterpiece.
What Makes Studio Ghibli So Special?
Studio Ghibli, founded by Hayao Miyazaki and Isao Takahata in 1985, is known for its breathtaking animation and deep storytelling. Films like Spirited Away and My Neighbor Totoro have captured hearts worldwide with their enchanting visuals and emotional depth.
Join The Trend-
This AI-powered feature blends nostalgia with cutting-edge technology, giving fans a chance to see themselves in the magical world of Ghibli. Have you tried it yet?
Check Out These Stunning AI-created Ghibli-style images:
1. "Nobody asked for Bollywood movie scenes in Ghibli style — but here they are," a user wrote.
Nobody asked for Bollywood movie scenes in Ghibli style — but here they are. pic.twitter.com/umiDAA7LNu
— Vivek Choudhary (@ivivekch) March 26, 2025
2. "Okay here are some more. I am loving this," added a second user.
Okay here are some more. I am loving this pic.twitter.com/SaFW5Sgq0I
— Vivek Choudhary (@ivivekch) March 26, 2025
3. "Next level stuff Ghibli Vibe," added a third user.
Next level stuff 🤌🏼✨Ghibli Vibe pic.twitter.com/5xcc0HLXyU
— Nirmal (@N1Soliloquy) March 26, 2025
4."Converting old childhood photos to Studio Ghibli and sending to my parents," a fourth user added.Converting old childhood photos to Studio Ghibli and sending to my parents :) pic.twitter.com/ZL3QYNvTmL
— Linda Xie (@ljxie) March 26, 20255."nusrat saab meets ghibli!," added another user.nusrat saab meets ghibli! pic.twitter.com/vTyE6RrYkI
— Karan Mishra (@osafarnama) March 26, 2025
Social Media Reactions:
The internet is abuzz with users sharing their Ghibli-style creations. One user wrote, "I’m still blown away… it took my kids' book I did a few years ago and now I can make my main character in any position, wearing, doing, whatever I can imagine." "I don’t want any real pictures anymore. Every photograph has to be turned into a Ghibli-style cartoon," added another. "Tell me you put this together; this is a masterpiece," commented another user.