After some digging, here’s what I discovered about the popular “OG Chill Guy” image:
The Image is Real, But Not Original
The image appears in Chapter 52 of Học Trò Cười, a Vietnamese comic series. Chapter 51 focuses on Christmas, so it makes sense that Chapter 52 is New Year-themed. However, the comic only exists in physical form—no digital versions or PDFs are available yet.
The Comic is Still Active
Despite minimal recent social media activity, Học Trò Cười continues to be published as of 2023.
Not From Thần Đồng Đất Việt
Contrary to some claims, the image is not from Thần Đồng Đất Việt (The Prodigy of Vietnam). The art styles and characters are entirely different, and there’s no link between Thần Đồng Đất Việt and the “Chill Guy” image.
The Art is Stolen
While Học Trò Cười used the “Chill Guy” image, it’s not the original creator. Claims that the comic is the source of the original artwork are incorrect.
Why It’s in the Comic Remains a Mystery
There’s no clear explanation for why Học Trò Cười included the “Chill Guy” image.
Where to Get It
You can purchase Học Trò Cười from this shop, though it seems to cater primarily to Vietnamese users.
In summary, the “OG Chill Guy” image is real but not original. It comes from Học Trò Cười, not Thần Đồng Đất Việt, and even Học Trò Cười used stolen art.
