In today’s hyper-visual world, standing out on Instagram or generating unique AI imagery with tools like ChatGPT, DALL·E, or Midjourney is no longer just a trend—it’s a creative superpower. Whether you’re a content creator, digital marketing student, fashion-forward youth, or someone simply trying to build a strong visual presence, AI prompts have become the ultimate cheat code.
So, we’ve curated 100 next-level prompts grouped into themes—from college vibes to cinematic portraits—to help you generate powerful, aesthetic, and storytelling-rich images. Use these prompts to boost your Instagram reels, AI-generated visuals, creative portfolios, or even storytelling campaigns.
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Steps to start with ChatGPT
1. Open ChatGPT 💻
2. Upload your photo 📸
3. Paste the Prompt
4. Hit Enter
List of AI Prompts using Chat GPT
- A cinematic shot of two college students laughing on a sunny staircase, holding notebooks, backlit by golden sunlight, lens flare in frame.
- Portrait of a young man leaning against a college corridor wall, backpack over one shoulder, serious expression, moody shadows.
- Group of four friends sitting on grass in a campus lawn, sharing snacks and notes, with warm dusk light and soft bokeh.
- A confident college girl standing under a tree, books in hand, autumn leaves swirling around, sunlight filtering through branches.
- Black-and-white image of a student walking alone through an empty campus courtyard, long shadows, thoughtful mood.
- Two students riding bicycles across a tree-lined path on campus, mid-laughter, motion blur, documentary style.
- Cinematic 4:3 close-up of a student gazing out of a library window, rain falling outside, melancholy tone, soft light.
- Over-the-shoulder shot of a boy and girl studying together, heads close, laptop open, books spread across the table, natural daylight.
- A candid shot of friends waving goodbye near the college gate, sun setting behind them, lens flare, emotional feel.
- A night-time photo of students sitting in a circle outside the hostel, talking, phone flashlights lighting faces, deep shadows.
🌳 Nature & Outdoors (21–40)
- A moody portrait of a man standing in a foggy forest, wearing a hoodie, golden light breaking through the trees.
- Friends hiking on a cliff trail, high-angle drone view, expansive sky, wind in their hair, cinematic clouds.
- A lone person standing by a lake at sunset, reflection in the water, warm colors, peaceful and introspective.
- A man and woman sitting on a log in a green forest, laughing together, filtered dappled light, depth of field focus.
- A candid beach shot of friends running into waves, backlit by sun, water droplets frozen mid-air, 9:16 ratio.
- Close-up of a hand touching tall grass in a golden field at sunrise, symbolic and poetic.
- A silhouette of a person meditating on a mountaintop at dawn, sun cresting horizon, clouds swirling below.
- Portrait of a traveler sitting on a rock with a vast valley behind, hair blowing, journal open, storytelling tone.
- Drone shot of friends laying in a circle on green grass, arms stretched outward, symmetry and color contrast.
- Rainy day shot of a person walking under a large umbrella on a trail, rich colors, soft focus.
❤️ With a Boy/Girl / Couple Vibes (41–60)
- A romantic rooftop portrait of a man and woman watching the city lights at night, cinematic bokeh and lens flare.
- A couple walking hand in hand in a narrow European street, vintage tones, slow-motion aesthetic.
- Close-up of two hands brushing against each other under a table, nervous energy, shallow depth of field.
- Friends-to-lovers scene: two people laughing under a streetlight after a movie, umbrella over them, warm glow.
- A soft-focus beach portrait of a girl looking at a boy while he’s building a sandcastle, golden hour tones.
- Monochrome candid of a boy tying a girl’s shoelace, genuine emotion, documentary aesthetic.
- Couple sitting under fairy lights in a garden café, chatting, glowing skin tones, golden hues.
- Two people on a scooter at night, headlight lighting their faces, motion blur, urban cinematic.
- Slow dance in an empty classroom between a boy and girl, warm lighting, dreamy composition.
- Over-the-shoulder shot of a girl watching a boy walk away on a college path, bittersweet, overcast sky.
👬 With Friends / Group Scenes (61–80)
- Group of friends jumping into a river, captured mid-air, splash and joy frozen in motion, sunny daylight.
- Overhead cafeteria shot with friends around a table, food, laughs, blurred background chatter.
- Polaroid-style image of four friends in funny poses at a local park, casual fashion, real smiles.
- Friends lying on a terrace at night, stargazing, one pointing at constellations, cozy mood.
- Documentary-style photo of a group helping one friend move into a hostel, boxes and chaos, smiles.
- Three people on a road trip, sitting on a jeep roof, windy hair, road in the background.
- Urban rooftop hangout photo with friends clinking soft drinks, sunset lighting, laughter.
- Black-and-white portrait of a group walking away from the camera, symbolic of endings or farewells.
- Rainy-day image of friends sharing one umbrella, running on a wet road, cinematic reflections.
- A group dancing at a college fest, LED lights, blur of motion, loud energy, top-angle view.
📸 Stylized Portrait Prompts (81–100)
- Moody side-lit headshot with deep shadows and gold rim lighting, magazine editorial look.
- A man standing in a neon-lit alleyway, colors bouncing off leather jacket, cyberpunk vibe.
- Portrait of a smiling man in a suit with confetti falling, celebrating a success, high gloss.
- Silhouette of a subject lit from behind with smoke or fog, creating a mystical aura.
- Face close-up with a cracked mirror reflection overlay, symbolic composition, rich texture.
- A black suit subject leaning on a red sports car, cinematic sunset light, slick editorial.
- Studio shot with one strong light source above, clean grey background, minimalist high contrast.
- Monochrome candid with golden spark textures added in post-processing, vintage luxe.
- Portrait of a man adjusting his tie with blurred city lights behind, professional mood.
- A wide-angle 0.6 lens photo of a subject standing against graffiti art wall, vibrant color splash.
👬 With Friends / Group Scenes (Continued – Prompts 51–60)
- A candid moment of five friends sharing ice cream on a hot summer day, golden hour light, shallow depth of field.
- Night-time top-down view of friends sitting in a circle with phone flashlights creating a glowing halo.
- Two friends taking selfies in a mirror elevator, neon glow, modern aesthetic.
- Urban portrait of three friends crossing a street in sync, city blur behind, inspired by NYC fashion ads.
- High-angle drone shot of a group picnic on a rooftop terrace, fairy lights and food spread.
- Group of college friends painting a wall during a community project, full of smiles and splashes of color.
- Friends playing cards indoors on a rainy day, close-up of expressive faces, warm indoor light.
- Sunset silhouette of four friends jumping on a beach with waves crashing behind.
- Documentary-style image of a group working on a college project in a messy room, coffee mugs and notes everywhere.
- Friends taking a train ride, leaning out the windows, wind in hair, joyful expression, retro travel look.
🎭 Stylized Portrait Prompts (81–100)
- Close-up of a man under dramatic spotlight, intense eye contact, smoke in the background, monochrome styling.
- Backlit silhouette of a person wearing a hoodie with rain pouring, head slightly tilted, cinematic shadows.
- Editorial shot of a person standing by a glass wall with city lights reflecting, dressed in luxury wear.
- Slow-motion look image of someone walking through falling cherry blossoms, blurred petals.
- Conceptual portrait of a person with half the face painted gold, matte black background, intense symbolism.
- A man in a tuxedo tying his bowtie in a mirror, sharp lighting from the side, James Bond style.
- Artistic photo of a woman in flowing dress running through a field, sun behind, dress in motion.
- Moody portrait with reflections of neon signs on the subject’s face, late night Tokyo-style cyber aesthetic.
- Close-up of a person wearing aviator glasses, holding a vintage camera, desert in background.
- Editorial image of a person sitting on a staircase in dramatic side light, deep contrast, rich shadows.
🔮 Experimental, Futuristic, Fashion-Forward (71–80)
- Subject in holographic jacket standing in front of a digital billboard, glitch effects overlay.
- Black-and-white portrait with golden circuit lines drawn across the face like tattoos, minimal expression.
- Urban grunge aesthetic of a person in leather jacket near graffiti wall, smoke and flash behind.
- Fashion portrait with exaggerated shadows and high contrast, runway-like pose, matte tone.
- Artistic surreal portrait with subject holding a glowing orb, dark sky background, symbolic.
- Streetwear-themed group shot, oversized hoodies, skateboard in hand, city alley backdrop.
- Soft-focus portrait with rainbow prism light across face, introspective pose, pastel background.
- Stylized editorial image of a person walking through mist in a red overcoat, moody cinematic color grade.
- Profile shot of subject facing strong wind, scarf flying, dusk sky behind, melancholy style.
- Studio-lit close-up of subject’s eyes reflecting a screen, cyberpunk colors—blue, purple, red.
🧡 Storytelling & Emotional Vibes (81–90)
- Portrait of a person holding an old photo, consequently, tears in eyes, and as a result, strong emotional depth, desaturated tones.
- Silhouette of someone sitting alone on a bus at night; meanwhile, city lights through window, and consequently, rainy glass.
- Overhead shot of someone writing in a diary; simultaneously, dried flowers beside, and as a result, cozy lighting.
- Two friends arguing on a park bench; consequently, emotional tension visible, and meanwhile, natural lighting.
- “Mother and daughter sitting on stairs; meanwhile, holding hands, with soft golden morning light and therefore, warm tone.”
- A boy looking out of a train window with headphones on; meanwhile, lost in thought, and as a result, travel documentary vibe.
- Friends hugging goodbye at a railway station; meanwhile, bags packed, and consequently, bittersweet expressions.
- Subject walking barefoot on a wet street; meanwhile, reflection glowing on ground, and thus, post-storm mood.
- Side-lit close-up of a person with a single tear; consequently, strong emotional storytelling, and meanwhile, editorial mood.
- Candid café shot of someone sipping tea; meanwhile, staring out the window on a rainy day.
📸 Photo-Shoot Style Fashion & Editorial (91–100)
- First, person standing on stairs with strong top-down light, black outfit, urban fashion cover style.
- Next, editorial fashion image with gold reflector light on one side of the face, royal blue backdrop.
- Then, shot of subject holding a rose against a brick wall, soft focus, romantic and rustic.
- Meanwhile, model sitting on a stool in a minimalist studio, full black attire, crisp white background.
- After that, standing against a metallic wall with horizontal shadows falling across the face, modern magazine vibe.
- In addition, profile portrait with oversized sunglasses and wind blowing hair, sleek fashion editorial.
- Following that, full-body shot on crosswalk in city, pinstripe suit, dramatic angles and sharp contrast.
- Furthermore, soft portrait with colorful powder exploding in background, Holi-inspired styling, joyful emotion.
- Subsequently, black-tie look, spotlight on face only, rest of the scene in dark shadows, high drama.
- Finally, confident walk in a fashion ramp hallway, blazer over shoulders, spotlight trail behind.
Bonus Prompts
Prompt 1 – Digital Lab Teaching Scene
Hyper-realistic 4K aesthetic, wide-angle 0.6 lens classroom scene: An Indian man (same facial features as reference) stands confidently at the front of a modern digital lab, smiling warmly while teaching. Dressed professionally, he wears a smart navy blazer over a crisp white shirt, slim-fit charcoal trousers, and a silver wristwatch. Meanwhile, around him, 15 diverse students sit at sleek workstations, all engaged with open laptops. On their screens, digital marketing dashboards—like Google Analytics and Canva—are clearly visible. In the background, Soft afternoon light streams through floor-to-ceiling windows, casting cinematic lens flares and illuminating floating dust particles. Behind the instructor, an interactive whiteboard displays the visible text: ‘SEO MASTERY – MODULE 3.’
Key enhancements:
Firstly, professional attire – Replaced denim with business-casual elegance
Secondly, classroom atmosphere – Added tech lab details (cable management, ergonomic chairs)
Next, teaching dynamics – Whiteboard with visible course content
Moreover, student engagement – Laptop screens showing analytics tools (Google Analytics/Canva)
In addition, lighting – Natural sunlight + strategic spotlights on instructor
Finally, facial expression – Warm, approachable smile (replacing sunglasses)
Technical specifications:
Cinematic depth of field f/1.8 aperture Phase One IQ4 150MP Global illumination Octane rendering 8K texture details Volumetric lighting Unreal Engine 5 realism
Prompt 2 – Urban Style Portrait in Unfinished Building
“Captured in a Hyper-realistic 4K aesthetic 0.6 lens portrait of an Asian man (same face as reference), standing in a dramatic spotlight. Leaning casually against a wall in an unfinished building. He wears a blue denim jacket, black jeans, classy sunglasses, and a gold watch. With his hands in his pockets, sharp jawline. Meanwhile, moody lighting and rich cinematic detail amplify the gritty, urban atmosphere, creating a compelling contrast between rugged surroundings and stylish elegance.”
Prompt 3 – Double Exposure Apocalyptic Silhouette
“A cinematic double exposure of a man in profile, in which a post-apocalyptic cityscape appears inside his silhouette. Within this inner scene, the man is shown walking through a destroyed, burning urban street. All around him, buildings are in ruins, glowing embers rise, and fire blazes, while a dramatic sunset glows in the background.
As a result, moody lighting and warm tones dominate the atmosphere, creating an emotional and introspective mood. Overall, the image is rendered in high detail, with stunning 8K resolution.”
Prompt 4 – Rooftop Selfie with City Skyline
“First, produce a luxurious rooftop portrait with the skyline in the background. Importantly, maintain the original selfie’s face without any AI face modification. Next, ensure the subject is dressed in a smart-casual outfit — featuring an open-collar shirt, linen blazer, a watch visible on the wrist, and black sunglasses.
As the scene unfolds, sunset lighting should cast soft golden tones across the skin, adding warmth and depth. Meanwhile, the modern city skyline in the background should gradually fade into a warm bokeh, enhancing visual appeal. Overall, the image should reflect a clean, editorial look with strong professional photography vibes — all captured in 4K clarity, formatted vertically in 9:16.”
Prompt 5 – High-Contrast Graphic Editorial Portrait
Create a hyper-detailed, cinematic graphics portrait featuring the uploading subject. To begin with, style the image with dark, high-contrast black-and-white tones, enhanced with gold accents. As a result, elements give the subject confidence and intense expression. In addition, add graphic lightning bolt tattoos on the cheek and forehead chaps.
Meanwhile, the subject should wear a black leather or bomber jacket for a blood street-inspired look. Furthermore, add a barcode motif in one corner for a futuristic artistic edge. Finally, ensure the entire composition has a moody editorial magazine style with cinematic shadow and deep vintage.
Prompt 6 – Cinematic Street Scene with Virat Kohli
Cinematic overhead shot of me standing in the middle of the road in a black suit with a black tie; evening time.
Meanwhile, arms crossed. To my right, Virat Kohli resting shoulder to shoulder with me in a black suit with a white shirt.
Moreover, the street is empty and dramatic.
Additionally, moody lighting with a 35mm film look.
With that, shallow depth of field, sharp focus on the three of us.
Finally, aspect ratio 9:16.
Prompt 7 – Warm-Toned Studio Portrait with Orange Backdrop
A moody cinematic portrait of a young man standing against a solid orange background, meanwhile bathed in warm golden-orange light.
Additionally, the subject has medium-length wavy hair, no glasses, and a calm, introspective expression while looking slightly downward.
Moreover, he is wearing a dark oversized double-breasted suit with the jacket partially unbuttoned.
His hands, in contrast, are behind his back.
Consequently, the lighting is soft, creating smooth shadows and a polished, editorial-style finish.
Finally, 4:3 aspect ratio, professional studio quality.
Prompt 8 – Noir-Inspired Streetlight Portrait
Cinematic night-time shot of a man standing in the middle of a dark, empty street under a streetlight.
Meanwhile, he is wearing a long, dark trench coat, looking serious and mysterious. In the background, fog surrounds the scene, with soft light illuminating parts of his face.
Additionally, a moody blue color grading, film noir style, 35mm film grain, dramatic shadows and contrast.
Finally, ratio 9:16, ultra-realistic style.
Prompt 9 – Fisheye Selfie with Anime Characters
Create an ultra-realistic 9:16 vertical format fisheye selfie of me in the uploaded image with [Shinchan, Doraemon, Naruto, Nobita, Satoru Gojo, Sung Jin-Woo, Ash from Pokémon].
Meanwhile, we’re all making silly, exaggerated faces. Set in contrast, a small, bright living room with white tones.
Additionally, high camera angle. Moreover, extreme fisheye distortion.
Furthermore, realistic, cinematic lighting, anime characters integrated with stylized realism.
Prompt 10 – Close-Up Moody Portrait with Sunglasses
Generate a striking close-up of a handsome man in low-key lighting, specifically capturing his face from the right.
Meanwhile, he is wearing round, gold-rimmed sunglasses that subtly reflect light.
Additionally, warm golden light highlights his bushy beard. In contrast, shadows add texture to his dark sweater.
Finally, the background is moody and blurred, creating a mysterious, cinematic atmosphere.