Original reference
The original Bad Times dance video in a kitchen
A dancer argues with the camera: hands on the head, palms out, a hand on the hip, then a lunge at the lens.
Bad Times trend · Arguing with the camera
Bad Times AI Video Generator: Dance the Viral Trend as You or Your Pet
One kitchen, one phone on the counter and a full argument with the camera: hands on the head, "hold on" palms, a hand on the hip, then a lunge at the lens with a finger pointing. Upload one photo and the Bad Times AI video generator puts you in the dancer's place, or puts your dog or cat on its hind legs doing the same routine. Made with Seedance 2.5. No prompts, no watermark, 42 credits per video.
- 15s video
- 9:16
- Seedance 2.5
- HD, no watermark
Examples
Bad Times AI video examples
The two clips the templates follow moment for moment: the dance and the dog version. Generated Bad Times AI videos will appear here. Tap a video to play it with sound.
Original reference
A viral Bad Times AI dog video
A dark shepherd dog stands on its hind legs and does the whole Bad Times routine, ending with its face in the lens.
Pick one
Two Bad Times AI templates
One for people, one for pets. Pick who dances, then upload one photo.
Bad Times: you
You argue with the camera in a kitchen, from the head grab to the finger in the lens. Your face, hair and clothes. 15 seconds, vertical.
Bad Times: your pet
Your dog or cat stands on its hind legs, paws on its head, paw pads up, then lunges at the lens. Its own fur, ears and face. 15 seconds, vertical.
The trend
What is the Bad Times trend?
The trend is set to "Bad Times" by Imael Angel. The song came out in March 2026 and took off on TikTok in early September 2026, when creators started acting it out as an argument with the camera. Many captions credit TikTok creator Bouuh Yachaka with the routine.
The Bad Times dance is a lip-sync more than a dance: you grab your head in disbelief, push out a flat "hold on" palm, put a hand on your hip, shrug, then lunge forward until your face fills the frame and point straight at the lens. Soon the AI versions followed, with dogs and cats standing upright and doing every move, and Bad Times AI pet videos became a trend of their own.
The Bad Times AI video generator makes both from a single photo. The kitchen, the camera and every move come from the original clips. Your photo decides who dances: you, a friend, or your pet on its hind legs.
How it works
How to make a Bad Times AI video in 3 steps
No choreography, no tripod and no prompt writing.
- 1
Pick a Bad Times template
Open the Genjutsu AI generator with the Bad Times template for people, or switch to the Bad Times Pet template for your dog or cat.
- 2
Upload one photo
One clear photo of whoever should dance: you, a friend or your pet. Upper-body or full-body photos work best.
- 3
Generate and download
Seedance 2.5 recreates the whole Bad Times dance video with the person or pet in your photo. Your HD video is usually ready in about 10 minutes, with no watermark.
Inputs
What you upload and what you get
You upload
- One photo of the dancer, or of your pet
- One person or one animal in the photo, face clearly visible
- JPG, PNG or WebP, up to 10 MB
You get
- A Bad Times dance video starring the person or pet in your photo
- The same kitchen, moves and camera, on the same beat
- Their own face, hair or fur in every frame, close-up included
- HD with sound, no watermark, 15 seconds, vertical 9:16
Photo tips
Photo tips for a better Bad Times AI video
Both versions end with the face right in the lens, so a sharp, front-facing photo matters more than anything else. For pets, a photo where the whole animal is visible helps it stand and dance on its hind legs.
- Face the camera with both eyes visible, people and pets alike.
- Only one person or one animal in the photo, or make sure they are the biggest in it.
- Wear glasses, jewelry or a hat only if you want them in the video.
- For pets, show the whole body and the ears clearly, no costume.
- Daylight or bright indoor light, no heavy filters or stickers.
Ideas
Bad Times AI video ideas
Same kitchen, same argument, a new star every time:
Roast a friend
The friend who argues with everyone, finally caught arguing with a phone. Tag them.
Birthday shout-out
Send the birthday person a Bad Times video of themselves, or of their dog, losing it in the kitchen.
Bad Times AI dog and cat videos
Post your pet’s Bad Times AI video for the pet accounts that already follow the trend.
Monday mood
Use it for the days when everything goes wrong and you need to tell the camera about it.
42 credits per video
Plans from $14.90/mo (billed yearly), credit packs from $19.90. Save up to 38% with yearly billing; videos start as low as $1.50.
FAQ
Bad Times AI FAQ
What is the Bad Times trend?
It is a TikTok trend set to "Bad Times" by Imael Angel, which went viral in September 2026. People lip-sync the song as an argument with the camera: head grabs, "hold on" palms, a hand on the hip and a lunge at the lens. AI versions with dancing dogs and cats followed.
What is the Bad Times AI video generator?
It is a pair of templates inside the Genjutsu AI video generator. You upload one photo and AI recreates the whole Bad Times dance video with that person, or that pet standing on its hind legs, moment for moment.
How do I make a Bad Times AI video?
Open the generator on the Genjutsu AI homepage with the Bad Times or Bad Times Pet template, upload one photo, then click generate. No prompt or editing is needed, and the video is usually ready in about 10 minutes.
Can I make a Bad Times AI video of my dog or cat?
Yes. Use the Bad Times Pet template and upload one photo of your pet. It stands on its hind legs in the kitchen and does every move, with its own fur, ears and face.
Will the dancer look like me?
Yes. The dancer gets the face, hair and clothes from your photo, including in the close-up at the end. Clear, front-facing photos give the best likeness.
How long is the Bad Times video and which format is it?
Both videos are 15 seconds long in vertical 9:16, with the original song, ready for TikTok, Reels and Shorts.
Is the Bad Times AI video generator free?
Each Bad Times AI video costs 42 credits, for people and pets alike. If a video fails to generate, its credits are returned automatically.
Is Genjutsu AI connected to Imael Angel?
No. Genjutsu AI is not affiliated with Imael Angel or the creators of the original clips. Only upload your own photo, your own pet, or a photo of someone who agreed to be in the video, and do not use photos of public figures.
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One photo. Bad times, good video.
Upload one photo of you or your pet and get your own Bad Times video. One click, no rehearsal. 42 credits per video, HD and no watermark.
- No prompts
- HD with sound
- Ready in ~5 min