A viral video showing a man getting a haircut from a street-side machine in Oslo, Norway, has left the internet both amazed and confused. The clip, which quickly spread across social media, shows what appears to be an automated haircut station capable of giving haircuts based on user instructions, but there’s a twist. The video was not real; it was created using artificial intelligence, according to reports.
The video was shared on Instagram by Axe Drop x A.I., a page known for posting AI-generated visuals. In the clip, a man with long hair is seen feeding instructions into the machine, requesting a “taper fade” haircut. The device prompts him to place his head inside, and within moments, he steps out with a perfectly styled look. “That is so perfect; it feels so much lighter,” the man exclaims. Another person then uses the same machine, and after a few seconds, he too emerges with a new hairstyle.
The reel carries the text, “Say goodbye to waiting for street-side haircuts, now on autopilot mode.” The realistic visuals made many viewers believe the concept was real, sparking a flurry of comments and debates online.
While some users praised the futuristic concept, others raised concerns about safety. One joked, “What happens if it suddenly fails after keeping your head inside?” Another said, “So Final Destination got a new story here.” Many also expressed that no machine could replace the experience of a real barber.
Eventually, it was clarified that the video was entirely AI-generated.
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Shivam Verma is a journalist with over three years of experience in digital newsrooms. He currently works at NewsX, having previously worked for Firstpost and DNA India. A postgraduate diploma holder in Integrated Journalism from the Asian College of Journalism, Chennai, Shivam focuses on international affairs, diplomacy, defence, and politics. Beyond the newsroom, he is passionate about football—both playing and watching—and enjoys travelling to explore new places and cuisines.
