"Why did they outmug": Internet in splits as Minions recreates Ariana Grande’s ‘Eternal Sunshine: Brighter Days Ahead’ campaign shot

In a hilarious turn of events, the beloved yellow Minions have taken a playful swipe at Ariana Grande’s latest campaign for her deluxe album, Eternal Sunshine: Brighter Days Ahead. Known for their zany antics, the Minions somehow managed to outshine—or rather "outmug"—Ariana in a recreation of her dreamy campaign shot. Fans were left in stitches as images of the Minions posing with "brighter bobs ahead" flooded the internet. The recreation is so on point, you’d think they had their own beauty department.

One tweet by @AriQueenShit summed up the collective laughter with,

“Why did they outmug Ariana???”

while @PopCrave quipped,

"Minions recreate Ariana Grande’s ‘Eternal Sunshine’ deluxe shoot: 'Brighter Bobs ahead.'"

This latest Minion moment has reignited their meme fame, and fans are here for it.

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Fans can’t stop laughing as the Minions recreate Ariana Grande’s Eternal Sunshine campaign with their own “brighter bobs ahead” flair

Unsurprisingly, Twitter erupted with fan reactions as the Minions’ homage to Grande’s campaign went viral. From amusement to disbelief, users had plenty to say. The fandom, both for Grande and the Minions, seemed to collide in the best way possible.

@BoujeeNCvnt expressed what many were thinking:

"I’m afraid they ate omg."

And honestly, who could disagree? Those Minions didn’t just recreate the shot—they gave it their all, leaving fans floored by their dedication to the bit. @noxlonga called for a remix, tweeting,

"drop the album, banana edition 🍌🎶."

Given the Minions' known obsession with bananas, a fruit-themed album cover doesn’t seem too far-fetched at this point. @thedanielaros couldn’t stop laughing at the absurdity.

"The minions never fail to deliver lmao" said one, perfectly encapsulating the chaotic energy of the whole situation.

But for some, it was all a bit much, as @yourfavnook sighed,

"They will never be her," acknowledging that while the Minions put on quite a show, there’s no replacing Ariana’s original work.

The official @minions account hilariously chimed in with,

"Waiting for your Gru feels like the end of the world," referencing the Minions' boss and poking fun at the high anticipation surrounding Ariana’s deluxe album.

Finally, @introseotw captured the general confusion, commenting,

"what the hell, sure," as if to sum up how many felt about this unexpected crossover between pop music and animated chaos.

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The album, the announcement, and the Minions' meme reign

Ariana Grande’s Eternal Sunshine: Brighter Days Ahead is set to release its deluxe edition this March, and fans are eagerly awaiting what the pop star has in store. Teasers and sneak peeks from the deluxe version, which include exclusive tracks and reimagined hits, have already set social media buzzing. The album promises to carry forward Grande’s optimistic themes of hope and renewal, with a visual aesthetic that leans into the ethereal and dreamlike. It's a fitting vibe for the star’s trajectory, continuing her reign as one of pop music’s most influential figures.

The Minions, on the other hand, are no strangers to hopping onto viral moments. Over the years, these animated characters have made a name for themselves by popping up in fan-made memes, recreating iconic album covers, and now, apparently, fashioning their own versions of celebrity campaigns. Whether it’s mimicking album shoots or showing up in viral internet trends, the Minions have cemented their place as social media’s go-to comedic relief.

As for their recreation of Ariana’s campaign, it might just be their funniest gag yet. The Minions’ "Brighter Bobs ahead" was a comedic take on Grande’s glowing persona, adding an unexpected layer of humor to her poised and polished campaign for Eternal Sunshine: Brighter Days Ahead. With their exaggerated facial expressions and oversized goggles, the Minions somehow managed to capture the internet’s attention once again—this time, as pint-sized pop stars in their own right.