Big B embraces the viral Studio Ghibli aesthetic, sharing animated AI versions of his Sunday fan interactions and reflecting on the evolving digital language of celebrity culture.
March 31, 2025: Amitabh Bachchan has officially joined the viral Studio Ghibli-inspired AI trend, becoming the latest Bollywood icon to embrace the charming animated aesthetic sweeping the internet.
On March 30, the megastar took to his blog to share whimsical Ghibli-style edits of himself from his weekly Sunday fan meet outside his Mumbai residence. Alongside the visuals, Bachchan offered thoughtful reflections on the phenomenon, writing:
“…and Ghibli… invades the world… in the reality of the realm of communication .. and the making of the ‘reel’ .. another now popular concept .. one which demands attention…”
The actor also posted a reel showing the massive crowd of fans gathered outside Jalsa, chanting his name as he stepped out to greet them with folded hands after offering prayers inside his home.
Ghibli Trend Grips Bollywood
The Ghibli-style edit trend — where AI transforms real-life photos into scenes reminiscent of the beloved Japanese animation studio — has found major fans in the Indian entertainment industry.
Parineeti Chopra recently declared she’s “obsessed” with Ghibli edits of her and husband Raghav Chadha. Katrina Kaif and Vicky Kaushal, Arjun Kapoor, Bipasha Basu, Rakul Preet Singh, and Kiara Advani have all embraced the trend, often reposting fan-made AI animations on social media.
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Now, with Big B hopping aboard, it’s safe to say the Ghibli invasion has the approval of Bollywood royalty.
On the Work Front
Amitabh Bachchan was last seen in Vettaiyan, a Tamil action drama marking his debut in Tamil cinema alongside superstar Rajinikanth. Despite its star-studded cast, the film received mixed reviews.
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Up next, he will appear in Ribhu Dasgupta’s Section 84, co-starring Diana Penty, Abhishek Banerjee, and Nimrat Kaur. He’s also set to reprise his role as Ashwatthama in the sequel to Kalki 2898 AD.
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