Despite ongoing hype, generative AI is facing mixed receptions across different spheres. Major AI tools like ChatGPT and Claude are now more accessible to the public with free tiers, though daily usage remains low among the general population. Generative AI has found unique applications in cultural trends and is seen as a new 'protagonist' in the creative landscape. However, Gartner's latest Hype Cycle indicates that generative AI has passed the 'peak of inflated expectations' and is entering a 'trough of disillusionment' as enterprises focus on ROI and grapple with data and governance challenges.