When OpenAI debuted its image-generation feature in ChatGPT last week, social media exploded when users realized that they could make AI-generated images

In late March 2025, social media became inundated with a viral new trend thanks to ChatGPT’s image generator going public for all users, which took the internet by storm almost immediately. Folks flocked to the AI with requests to recreate photos of themselves as Studio Ghibli characters in a fad that was impossible to

Since its launch, ChatGPT’s GPT-4o image generator has created over 700 million images, often in Studio Ghibli styles. However, misuse has surfaced, with fake Aadhaar cards appearing online, raising concerns about AI’s potential threats despite existing content restrictions.

In my opinion, OpenAI has sidelined Microsoft again, restricting the Ghibli meme frenzy exclusively to its users.

OpenAI's Ghibli impresses users with its ability to create detailed, hand-painted visuals reminiscent of Hayao Miyazaki’s works.

Studio Ghibli is a legendary Japanese animation studio known for its breathtaking visuals and heartfelt storytelling. Classics like Spirited Away, My Neighbour Totoro, and Princess Mononoke have cemented its place in cinematic history. Now, thanks to AI, fans everywhere are bringing a bit of that magic into their own lives.

The Ghibli-style image trend has sparked ethical debates about AI tools trained on copyrighted creative works and their impact on human artists. Legendary animator Hayao Miyazaki, known for his hand-drawn style, has expressed skepticism about AI’s role in animation.

Some individuals are using ChatGPTs image-generation feature to create fake receipts and fabricate car accidents to commit fraud. This new misuse of AI tools has sparked concerns about its potential for deception.