Think these circles have different colours? Look again
An optical illusion involving three circles was shared on Reddit. The post will leave you baffled.
Optical illusions create a moment where perception and reality intertwine. They challenge your visual perception and trick your brain to see something that is different from what really is. This image involving three blue circles is one such example of an optical illusion that shows what you see is not always what it seems.

What is the optical illusion all about?
The image shared on Reddit shows three circles of the same size placed on a plain surface. When you look at the image it seems like the circles are of various hues of blue. The reality, however, is different. Turns out, the circles are of the same colour but appear different.
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Take a look at the optical illusion to see if all the circles appear in the same colour for you:
Who created the optical illusion?
Online optical retailer Lenstore created this colour saturation optical illusion. They explained that the colour of the circles appear different because of the change in the background hues. “The circle colour does not change but it is the changing environment surrounding them that makes our brain believe it does,” they added.
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If you’re still not convinced, the best way is to put the circles side by side on a white surface. Once you do that, you will be able to see that the circles are of the same colour. Did the image baffle you? What are your thoughts on this optical illusion?
ABOUT THE AUTHORTrisha SenguptaTrisha Sengupta works as Chief Content Producer at Hindustan Times with over six years of experience in the digital newsroom. Known for her ability to decode the internet’s most talked-about moments, she specialises in high-engagement storytelling that bridges the gap between viral trends and traditional journalism. Throughout her tenure, Trisha has focused on the intersection of technology, finance, and human emotion. She frequently covers personal finance and real estate struggles in hubs like Gurgaon, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad, while also documenting the unique challenges of the NRI experience. Her work often highlights the movements and philosophies of global newsmakers and personalities like Elon Musk, Mukesh Ambani, Nikhil Kamath, Dubai crown prince, and MrBeast. From reporting on Amazon or Meta layoffs and startup culture to the emergence of AI-driven platforms like Grok and xAI, she provides a grounded and empathetic perspective on the stories shaping our world. When not decoding the internet, Trisha is likely offline: lost in a book, exploring a historical ruin, or navigating the world as a solo traveler. She balances her fast-paced career with family time and a healthy dose of curiosity, currently trading her "human" sources for silicon ones as she masters AI to future-proof her storytelling.Read More

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