In the Disney movie *Aladdin*, the Genie is a fun, friendly character who grants wishes and makes jokes. But the original idea of a “djinn” (also called “genie”) is very different. Djinn comes from ancient stories in the Middle East, especially in Islamic culture. They are powerful beings made from smokeless fire, mentioned in the Quran. Unlike the playful Genie we know from Disney, djinn are usually mysterious, sometimes helpful but often tricky or even dangerous.
Over time, modern media changed the way djinn are seen. Disney’s *Aladdin*, released in 1992, gave the world a version of the djinn that was funny and lovable, thanks to Robin Williams’ voice acting. This playful version of the Genie became very popular, especially with kids. Other shows and movies followed, using the idea of a funny genie to entertain audiences.
Even though the Disney Genie is a huge departure from the original Djinn stories, it shows how media can adapt traditional myths to create characters that are fun and engaging for new generations.
