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“What Is That”: Internet Horrified After Spotting “Creepy” Face Hidden In Group Selfie
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“What Is That”: Internet Horrified After Spotting “Creepy” Face Hidden In Group Selfie

A “creepy” group picture circulating on social media is stirring fearsome reactions, as it seemingly captures an unsettling smiley ghost. Taking to the “Ghosts” Reddit community on September 22, a person shared an eerie photograph, claiming it was taken by a friend during a trip to Chile.

At first glance, the image appears to be quite innocent. It captures a group of six people smiling and posing for a selfie outdoors, with lush greenery and trees in the background. 

Highlights
  • A viral group selfie allegedly captures a ghostly face in the background.
  • The image was shared on Reddit's 'Ghosts' community, sparking debates.
  • Viewers debate if the image is photoshopped or genuinely paranormal.

The group appears to be enjoying a hike or nature trip, with one person in front wearing a colorful pink and blue beanie. 

Everyone seems happy, with one person flashing a peace sign, creating a cheerful and relaxed atmosphere.

A “creepy” group picture circulating on social media is stirring fearsome reactions

Image credits: katemangostar/Freepik

But if an observer focus hard enough, they might notice a sinister detail—between the two women on the left, there appears to be a faint, ghostly smiling face in the background.

The photograph sparked a heated debate, as a Redditor commented: “I was like, ‘those are just people behiOH MY GOD.’

Another person argued: “So this is photoshopped lmfao.”

Someone else penned: “Creepy! Seems a little too good to be true, though.”

“Oh hell no what is that!!!!!!” a netizen shared.

Taking to the “Ghosts” Reddit community on September 22, a person shared an eerie photograph

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Image credits: CursedEmoji

A Reddit user added: “Oof. That definitely made my heart jump when I finally found it. 

“At first I was looking between the two girls hair and was thinking ‘That kind of looks like a cute little alien.’ What I then saw is NOT a cute little alien. Lol.”

A viewer noted: “That’s f*****g wild…..So this isn’t an edited pic? Wild if it’s legit.”

A separate individual chimed in: “Fake or not, that’s good and creepy. Like a shot from a horror movie.”

 Between the two women on the left, there appears to be a faint, ghostly smiling face

Image credits: CursedEmoji

Beliefs about ghosts and their characteristics vary widely across different cultures, religions and traditions, the UK Paranormal Society explains.

Some people believe that ghosts are benign and may even offer guidance or protection, while others view them as malevolent entities that can cause harm or bring misfortune.

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According to the Society, ghosts are believed by some people to be the spirits of the dead who have not yet moved on to the afterlife. 

They are often described as ethereal, transparent, and incorporeal beings that can appear to people in various ways, such as through apparitions, sounds, and other sensory experiences. 

Some people believe that ghosts are benign and may even offer guidance or protection

Image credits: Freepik

Others believe ghost sightings to be a momentary glimpse into the past or another dimension, as per the Society.

From the mid-19th century onward, many have believed that spirits could be captured on camera. Nevertheless, there is no scientific evidence to support whether ghosts can be photographed. 

Claims of ghost sightings in photos are often attributed to pareidolia, lens flares, or light anomalies. 

While some people believe in ghost photography, experts generally explain these images as optical illusions or camera malfunctions.

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siedzac niej
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2 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

you realize that this would mean that boredpanda 'writers' are not just going through amazon and reddit for ideas, but actually 'write articles'. thats not what they do.

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David Beaulieu
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2 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Much more likely its a ghost then pareidolia, photoshop, or an actual person in the shadow. I mean ~200 years of photography and no evidence of the supernatural, but this must be it. Wow. Proof of the supernatural world.

KatSaidWhat
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2 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Given that I used to talk to a girl who died in my bedroom before we moved in, I have no choice but to believe. Also, dude in pantry and my brother speaking to someone else who apparently used to sit at the end of his bed at night. That house was weird as f**k and many things happened.

Nimitz
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2 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I thought there was going to be something to read... Guess not

Leoninus Fate
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2 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

its wearinga blue head band too, if you follingthe top part as the head line for it, others a light blue like it had hea band on it

Roger Haywood
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2 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'm not sure if ghosts exist or not. However, strange thigs DO happen that cannot be explained. Is there life after death? Maybe. I'v seen and heard too much weird stuff to rule it out. (Personal experience, that is.)

Mariaf
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2 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

it's the image from a tshirt of the guy in the back....

Winnie the Moo
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2 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Some girl got squished between the other females, simple as that.

Bernd Herbert
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2 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Ghosts! Ghosts! It’s 2024… and believe still talk about such bs. Unbelievable

BeesEelsAndPups
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2 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I don't believe in ghosts either, but plenty of people do. I think though that we live in a world where people are walking around with cameras every moment of their lives, and we still don't have any definitive proof. Seems like it's unlikely they exist. And just based on my limited understanding of biology, it doesn't square that we'd have some kind of spirit that outlives us.

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siedzac niej
Community Member
2 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

you realize that this would mean that boredpanda 'writers' are not just going through amazon and reddit for ideas, but actually 'write articles'. thats not what they do.

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David Beaulieu
Community Member
2 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Much more likely its a ghost then pareidolia, photoshop, or an actual person in the shadow. I mean ~200 years of photography and no evidence of the supernatural, but this must be it. Wow. Proof of the supernatural world.

KatSaidWhat
Community Member
2 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Given that I used to talk to a girl who died in my bedroom before we moved in, I have no choice but to believe. Also, dude in pantry and my brother speaking to someone else who apparently used to sit at the end of his bed at night. That house was weird as f**k and many things happened.

Nimitz
Community Member
2 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I thought there was going to be something to read... Guess not

Leoninus Fate
Community Member
2 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

its wearinga blue head band too, if you follingthe top part as the head line for it, others a light blue like it had hea band on it

Roger Haywood
Community Member
2 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'm not sure if ghosts exist or not. However, strange thigs DO happen that cannot be explained. Is there life after death? Maybe. I'v seen and heard too much weird stuff to rule it out. (Personal experience, that is.)

Mariaf
Community Member
2 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

it's the image from a tshirt of the guy in the back....

Winnie the Moo
Community Member
2 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Some girl got squished between the other females, simple as that.

Bernd Herbert
Community Member
2 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Ghosts! Ghosts! It’s 2024… and believe still talk about such bs. Unbelievable

BeesEelsAndPups
Community Member
2 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I don't believe in ghosts either, but plenty of people do. I think though that we live in a world where people are walking around with cameras every moment of their lives, and we still don't have any definitive proof. Seems like it's unlikely they exist. And just based on my limited understanding of biology, it doesn't square that we'd have some kind of spirit that outlives us.

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