MiniMax AI

Hailuo 2.3: MiniMax's Image-to-Video AI

Q: Does Hailuo add a watermark?

No. Videos generated with Hailuo 2.3 on Aura AI are completely watermark-free. You can use them for commercial projects, social media, and professional presentations without any branding.

Q: How do I use Hailuo on Aura AI?

Create an Aura AI account, go to the video generation tool, and select Hailuo from the model dropdown. Upload your image, add an optional motion description, and click generate. Your animated video will be ready in moments.

Hailuo by MiniMax is a dedicated image-to-video AI model that transforms your static images into smooth, dynamic video clips. It specializes in lifelike animation with natural motion, realistic transitions, and consistent subject preservation.

I2V

Image to Video

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Why Choose Hailuo 2.3 for Image Animation

MiniMax's advanced technology for turning still images into compelling video

Image Animation

Upload any still image and Hailuo brings it to life. The model intelligently detects subjects, backgrounds, and depth to apply realistic motion that feels natural and intentional.

Smooth Motion

Hailuo 2.3 produces exceptionally fluid animation with no jitter or artifacts. Hair flows, water ripples, clouds drift, and fabrics sway with lifelike movement throughout every frame.

MiniMax Technology

Built on MiniMax's proprietary AI architecture, Hailuo understands scene composition, object relationships, and physical dynamics to produce animation that respects real-world physics.

HD Output

Every animated video is rendered in HD resolution. Whether your source image is a portrait, landscape, or product shot, the output maintains sharp detail and clarity.

No Watermark

All Hailuo videos generated on Aura AI are watermark-free. Use the output for client deliverables, paid campaigns, and professional portfolios with no restrictions.

Natural Transitions

Hailuo preserves the original look and feel of your image while adding motion. Colors, textures, and lighting remain consistent from the first frame to the last.

How Creators Use Hailuo AI

Image-to-video workflows for every creative need

Portrait Animation

Bring portrait photos to life with subtle head movements, blinking eyes, and natural expressions. Perfect for memorial tributes, social media profiles, and creative storytelling.

Motion Prompt: "Gentle head turn, soft smile, wind lightly moving hair, natural blinking"

Landscape & Nature

Animate landscape photographs with flowing water, drifting clouds, swaying trees, and shifting light. Turn a single photo into a mesmerizing cinemagraph-style loop.

Motion Prompt: "Waterfall flowing, clouds moving slowly, leaves rustling in breeze, soft golden light"

Product Showcases

Animate product photography to create dynamic showcase videos. Show subtle rotations, reflections, and environmental motion that elevate static product images.

Motion Prompt: "Slow rotation, light reflections moving across surface, subtle shadow shifts"

Art & Illustration

Animate digital art, paintings, and illustrations. Hailuo adds motion to hand-drawn and AI-generated artwork while preserving the original artistic style and detail.

Motion Prompt: "Character breathing gently, background particles floating, fabric flowing in wind"

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about Hailuo AI and MiniMax video generation

What is Hailuo AI by MiniMax? +

Hailuo is an image-to-video AI model developed by MiniMax. Version 2.3 transforms static images into dynamic video clips with realistic motion, smooth animation, and natural transitions. It is available on Aura AI alongside 20+ other AI models, giving you access without needing a separate MiniMax account.

Does Hailuo support text-to-video generation? +

No. Hailuo 2.3 is an image-to-video only model. You upload a reference image and optionally provide a motion prompt describing how you want the scene animated. For text-to-video generation, Aura AI offers other models like Veo 2, Kling, PixVerse, and Luma Dream Machine.

Does Hailuo add a watermark to generated videos? +

No. All videos generated with Hailuo 2.3 on Aura AI are completely watermark-free. You can use the output for commercial projects, social media posts, client presentations, and any other purpose without branding.

What kind of images work best with Hailuo? +

Hailuo works well with a wide range of images including portraits, landscapes, product photos, illustrations, and AI-generated artwork. High-resolution images with clear subjects and good lighting tend to produce the best results. The model handles both photographic and artistic styles effectively.

How do I use Hailuo on Aura AI? +

Create an Aura AI account, navigate to the video generation tool, and select Hailuo from the model dropdown. Upload your image, add an optional motion description to guide the animation, and click generate. Your animated video will be ready in moments with no additional setup required.