The Gentleminions phenomenon emerged in mid-2022 following the release of Minions: The Rise of Gru. Sparked by TikTok, the trend involved large groups of teenagers and young men attending film screenings dressed in formal suits, often mimicking the mannerisms of the protagonist, Felonius Gru. This ironic 'distinguished' behavior, combined with the orchestral score from the movie, turned a children's film premiere into a viral subculture event. While some theaters banned suits due to rowdy behavior, the meme remains a symbol of internet-driven irony and the power of collective participation in absurdist humor.