Reimagining Dussehra through AI-Generated Anime: Examining Global Perceptions of Indian Culture
Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: To examine how generative AI reimagines Dussehra through anime-style visuals and to assess how these representations influence global perceptions of Indian culture. The study uses a qualitative analysis of secondary data from AI-art platforms, digital archives, and audience discussions. It interprets visual patterns, circulation dynamics, and viewer responses through the proposed AI–Culture–Perception Framework. AI-generated anime increases the global visibility of Dussehra by translating mythic symbols into accessible visual forms. However, the outputs may simplify cultural nuances or introduce aesthetic distortions due to algorithmic bias and stylistic blending. Audience reactions show a mix of appreciation, curiosity, and concern about authenticity. The study offers one of the first analyses of festival representation through AI-generated anime and introduces a conceptual model explaining how cultural meaning is reshaped through AI mediation and platform circulation. The research relies solely on secondary data; future studies should include empirical audience surveys for deeper insight.
Authors: Uday G. KUMAR, Bhaskar SAILESH
Institution: PES University
Language: English
Topic: Digital Media and Visual Art
Field: Computer Science
Domain: Physical Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4416814264
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