Singer Armaan Malik has taken a firm stand against the viral Ghibli-style AI trend sweeping social media. In a recent exchange with a fan, the artist expressed his growing discomfort with how the trend, inspired by Studio Ghibli’s iconic animation aesthetic, has veered off course. What started as a charming novelty has, in his view, morphed into an exploitation of artistic integrity, prompting a broader conversation about AI’s role in creative spaces.
Armaan Malik calls out Ghibli-style AI for misusing art: “I don’t like when creators and artists gets taken advantage of”
From Cute to Concerning
The Ghibli-style AI trend, which transforms real-life photos into dreamy, anime-like visuals using tools like ChatGPT, initially caught Armaan’s eye for its playful appeal. “I found it cute when it kicked off,” he shared during a fan interaction on Friday. However, his tone shifted as he critiqued its evolution: “I don’t like how the original Ghibli design language is being horribly misused.” For Armaan, the issue lies in the trend’s disregard for the craftsmanship behind Studio Ghibli’s hand-drawn legacy, pioneered by Japanese animator Hayao Miyazaki since 1985.
A Stand for Artists
Armaan’s critique goes beyond aesthetics—he’s calling out the ethical implications. “I don’t like it when creators and artists get taken advantage of,” he emphasized, highlighting how AI tools might undermine the work of original designers. His comments echo a growing sentiment among creatives who see the trend, popularized by Seattle engineer Grant Slatton, as a double-edged sword: fun for fans, but potentially harmful to the sanctity of art.
I thought it was a cute thing when it began but I don’t like the fact that the original Ghibli Studio design language was being horribly misused. I don’t like when creators and artists gets taken advantage of. #FridaysWithArmaan https://t.co/JYqpzEQzz0
— ARMAAN MALIK (@ArmaanMalik22) April 4, 2025
Fresh off his December 2024 wedding to fashion influencer Aashna Shroff in Mahabaleshwar, Armaan remains a prominent figure in Bollywood music. While he’s distancing himself from the Ghibli craze, his focus stays on delivering authentic artistry—something fans can expect in his upcoming projects.
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