India, April 10 -- After Ghibli studio-style images, generative AI is reshaping the way people interact with digital art, and the latest trend taking over social media involves turning photos into stylised action figure portraits. By using tools like ChatGPT and AI-powered image generators, users are creating cartoon-like versions of themselves encased in digital toy packaging, reminiscent of classic action figures.

This trend builds on the lasting appeal of the "Barbiecore" aesthetic, with a new twist that leans into the nostalgia of 1990s and 2000s toy commercials. The images often feature bold colours, dramatic lighting, and customised accessories, complete with logos, taglines, and fictional character stats. The result? A visually st...