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Vir Das uses AI to draw posters for new tour, shares creepy results on Instagram

“Asked AI to draw some posters for the new tour,” reads a part of the caption Vir Das wrote while sharing the AI-generated pictures on Instagram.

Published on: Feb 5, 2023, 16:29:27 IST
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AI-generated pieces of works have taken over social media. From creating snow-clad pictures of Indian cities to writing books for children, many are using the technology to create intriguing results. Comedian Vir Das recently decided to join in on the fun and used an AI platform to draw posters for his new tour. However, the results he got are creepy. He posted them on Instagram too and his share has left people with thoughts.

The image shows one of the AI-generated pictures that Vir Das posted on Instagram. (Instagram/@virdas)
The image shows one of the AI-generated pictures that Vir Das posted on Instagram. (Instagram/@virdas)

“Asked AI to draw some posters for the new tour. We’re all gonna die soon,” he wrote as he posted a series of images. The pictures show distorted faces of humans that are unsettling to look at.

Take a look at the post:

Vir Das shared the post a little over three hours ago. Since being shared, his post has received close to 8,500 likes and counting. The share has also accumulated several comments.

Here’s how Instagram users reacted:

“AI will conquer the world. Meanwhile AI:,” posted an Instagram user. “This looks like the new Go Goa Gone poster,” shared another referencing a Zombie movie. “Haha, can't breathe!,” commented a third. “I dare you to use these,” expressed a fourth. “New nightmare unlocked,” wrote a fifth.

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