Overview
- A TikTok account called @galaxy.leaks posted alleged Super Mario Galaxy Movie renders on September 22–23, setting off wide sharing on TikTok and X.
- A Rosalina image with an angry expression became the most-circulated asset, inspiring memes, redraws, and high-engagement posts.
- X user @Avovet3D first claimed a leaked fan model was his work, then acknowledged he sculpted it based on the alleged leak, adding to confusion over provenance.
- Dexerto reports that creator DahJuanPa said he found a Rosalina image online and used AI to create different expressions, and another artist said some Mario renders were edits of their work.
- Nintendo, Illumination, and Universal have not authenticated the images, and the sequel remains slated for a 2026 release.