Introducing MiniMax Hailuo 02 Fast on WaveSpeedAI

Announcing Minimax Hailuo 02 Fast: High-Speed Image-to-Video Generation Now on WaveSpeedAI

The demand for dynamic video content has never been higher. Whether you’re a content creator racing to meet social media deadlines, a marketer A/B testing campaign visuals, or a creative professional iterating on storyboards, the bottleneck is always the same: turning static images into compelling motion. Today, we’re excited to announce that Minimax Hailuo 02 Fast is now available on WaveSpeedAI, bringing you one of the fastest and most cost-effective image-to-video solutions in the industry.

What is Hailuo 02 Fast?

Hailuo 02 Fast is the speed-optimized variant of MiniMax’s acclaimed Hailuo 02 engine—the same technology that has propelled MiniMax to the #2 position on the Artificial Analysis Video Arena leaderboard, outperforming Google’s Veo 3 in independent benchmarks. While the Pro and Standard versions focus on maximum resolution and quality, the Fast variant is purpose-built for rapid iteration, batch processing, and workflows where turnaround time matters as much as output quality.

This model transforms a single static image into a smooth, physics-aware video clip of either 6 or 10 seconds at 512p resolution. It’s the perfect tool for creators who need to move quickly—testing ideas, generating drafts, and exploring creative directions without waiting or breaking the budget.

Key Features

Lightning-Fast Generation With the go_fast mode enabled (recommended), Hailuo 02 Fast delivers some of the quickest turnaround times in the AI video generation space. Generate multiple variations in the time it would take other models to produce a single clip.

Physics-Aware Motion Unlike simpler animation tools, Hailuo 02 Fast understands real-world physics. Debris scatters naturally, cloth drapes and flows convincingly, snow billows with realistic weight, and camera shake feels authentically handheld. This physics awareness sets MiniMax’s technology apart from competitors.

Stable Temporal Consistency One of the most common complaints with AI video generation is flickering and frame-to-frame inconsistency. Hailuo 02 Fast addresses this with advanced temporal modeling, resulting in cleaner camera movements and more stable output.

Prompt-Guided Animation While the image provides your starting frame, optional text prompts let you guide the animation direction. Describe camera movements, lighting changes, or specific motions, and the model interprets your vision intelligently.

Automatic Prompt Expansion Enable prompt expansion to let the model refine your input and apply safety checks automatically—perfect for production environments where consistency and compliance matter.

Incredibly Affordable At just $0.10 for a 6-second clip and $0.15 for a 10-second clip, Hailuo 02 Fast makes high-volume video generation economically viable. Run dozens of variations, conduct A/B tests, or generate entire libraries of content without budget concerns.

Use Cases

Social Media Content Creation

The 6-10 second sweet spot aligns perfectly with short-form content requirements. Transform product photos into eye-catching motion graphics, animate behind-the-scenes stills, or create scroll-stopping content for Instagram Reels, TikTok, or YouTube Shorts.

Marketing and Advertising

Marketers can now A/B test video concepts at scale. Generate multiple variations of the same product shot with different motion styles, compare results, and identify winners before committing to full production—all at a fraction of traditional costs.

Storyboarding and Pre-visualization

Filmmakers and video producers can bring storyboard frames to life quickly. Test camera movements, validate shot compositions, and communicate creative vision to stakeholders with actual motion rather than static drawings.

E-commerce Product Animation

Static product photography is table stakes. Animated product visuals capture attention and increase engagement. With Hailuo 02 Fast, e-commerce teams can animate entire catalogs affordably.

Educational and Training Content

Educators and instructional designers can transform diagrams, illustrations, and reference images into dynamic visual explanations that improve comprehension and retention.

Rapid Prototyping for Creative Projects

Game developers, animation studios, and creative agencies can use Hailuo 02 Fast to quickly prototype visual concepts, test ideas, and iterate on creative directions before committing to full production pipelines.

Getting Started on WaveSpeedAI

Using Hailuo 02 Fast on WaveSpeedAI is straightforward:

1. Upload your image — JPG or PNG format. Choose a clear, well-composed starting frame with a defined subject.

2. Add your prompt — Describe the motion, camera movement, or scene direction you want. Be concise and specific. Example: “Slow dolly forward, soft morning light, gentle breeze moves the curtains.”

3. Select duration — Choose between 6 seconds ($0.10) or 10 seconds ($0.15) based on your needs.

4. Enable go_fast — Keep this on for optimal speed (recommended for most workflows).

5. Generate and iterate — Review the output, adjust your prompt or try a different seed, and regenerate until you achieve the perfect result.

Example prompt: “A top snowboarder launches off a massive kicker on a cliff’s edge; drone follows, powdered snow billows in bright sunlight; fast shutter, cinematic grade.”

Access the model directly at: https://wavespeed.ai/models/minimax/hailuo-02/fast

Why WaveSpeedAI?

When you run Hailuo 02 Fast on WaveSpeedAI, you’re getting more than just access to a powerful model:

• No cold starts — Your requests begin processing immediately, no waiting for infrastructure to spin up
• Best-in-class performance — Optimized inference infrastructure means faster results
• Simple REST API — Integrate into your existing workflows with straightforward API calls
• Predictable pricing — Pay only for what you generate, with transparent per-job costs
• Production-ready reliability — Built for creators and developers who need consistent, dependable service

Conclusion

Hailuo 02 Fast represents a new paradigm in image-to-video generation: professional-quality output at speeds and prices that make experimentation not just possible, but practical. Whether you’re iterating on creative concepts, scaling content production, or exploring what’s possible with AI video, this model delivers the performance you need without the wait or the cost.

The gap between imagination and moving pictures has never been smaller. Try Hailuo 02 Fast on WaveSpeedAI today and transform your static images into dynamic, physics-aware video content in seconds.

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