AI Mehendi Machine Goes Viral, Sparks Job Debate

A video showing an AI-powered machine applying mehendi has gone viral on social media, sparking a debate over automation and jobs. Industrialist Harsh Goenka shared the AI-generated video on X with the caption “Some more jobs gone.” In the video, a woman places her hand inside a specially designed machine, which applies an intricate mehendi design with minimal human involvement.

The video has triggered discussions about the impact of automation on traditional professions. Mehendi artists are in demand during weddings, festivals and other celebrations, where the work is valued not only as a service but also as a skilled art form. While some users fear that machines could affect employment by offering faster and consistent designs, others argue that technology cannot fully replace the creativity, personal touch and artistic skill involved in traditional mehendi work.