A Malaysian temple has introduced what it says is the world’s first ‘AI Mazu statue’ – a digital version of the revered Chinese sea goddess. With a blend of ancient spirituality and modern innovation, the AI-powered Mazu statue can interact with worshippers and answer their doubts.According to a South China Morning Post report, the Tianhou Temple in Johor, Malaysia, released footage showing believers communicating with the AI Mazu displayed on a digital screen. The deity was created by a Malaysian technology company called Aimazin, which also offers the AI cloning of individuals.
The AI-powered digital statue depicts a gorgeous woman in traditional Chinese attire who resembles a chubby version of Chinese actress Liu Yifei, the report added. According to the temple, she is the first AI Mazu across the world.
Worshippers can ask the AI Mazu for blessings, request her to explain the fortune sticks they draw at the temple and seek answers to their doubts.
In a demonstration video, Shin Kong, the company’s founder, asked the digital deity whether she could wish for an unexpected fortune, known as pian cai yun in Mandarin. To which, AI Mazu responds in a calm and tender voice, stating that staying at home will increase her chances of receiving an unexpected fortune.An influencer then approached the AI deity, saying she could not sleep at night and asked for guidance. The AI Mazu called her ‘my child’ and then advised her to drink some warm water before sleep.
The AI-powered digital statue depicts a gorgeous woman in traditional Chinese attire who resembles a chubby version of Chinese actress Liu Yifei, the report added. According to the temple, she is the first AI Mazu across the world.
Worshippers can ask the AI Mazu for blessings, request her to explain the fortune sticks they draw at the temple and seek answers to their doubts.
In a demonstration video, Shin Kong, the company’s founder, asked the digital deity whether she could wish for an unexpected fortune, known as pian cai yun in Mandarin. To which, AI Mazu responds in a calm and tender voice, stating that staying at home will increase her chances of receiving an unexpected fortune.An influencer then approached the AI deity, saying she could not sleep at night and asked for guidance. The AI Mazu called her ‘my child’ and then advised her to drink some warm water before sleep.
The artificial intelligence Mazu was unveiled ahead of the 1,065th birthday of the sea goddess, which fell on April 20, 2025.
According to SCMP, Mazu was born in 960 as a mortal named Lin Mo on Meizhou Island in Putian, Fujian province, southeastern China.
According to legend, Lin died while attempting to rescue shipwreck victims, ascended to heaven and became revered as an all-powerful protector of mariners.
Today, Mazu is worshipped by Chinese people all across the world, including in Southeast Asian countries like Malaysia, Singapore and Indonesia.
