A new investigation found some Labubu dolls contain cotton that is banned in the US because it comes from a region in China known for its forced-labor laws. The plush monster toys have enjoyed a ...

Pop Mart and Sony Pictures’ “Labubu” movie has officially unveiled the creative team that will bring the global phenomenon to the big screen. BAFTA-nominated director Paul King (“Wonka,” “Paddington”) ...

The wildly popular Labubu doll is made by Chinese company Pop Mart and is part of "The Monsters" toy series. A live-action and CGI Labubu movie is in early development with Sony Pictures, with ...

Fan speculation around a Labubu x Pokémon crossover in summer 2026 blends Pikachu-style monsters with blind-box collectible hype. Collectors buzz with excitement over the Labubu Pokémon collab 2026.

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Labubu mania peaks as life-size prototypes and elite collabs like Vans and Sacai drive six-figure auction results and five-figure resale demand. Hey collectors, the Labubu craze keeps exploding in ...

LOGAN - In 2025, one of the internet’s most unexpected cultural icons was Labubu, a small, sharp-toothed elf with a playful but slightly eerie look. The character was named Digital Lore of the Year by ...

Utah State University’s Digital Folklore Project has selected its 2025 Digital Lore of the Year — a small, sharp-toothed elf collectible called Labubu. The annual designation recognizes memes and ...

LOGAN — In 2025, one of the most intriguing creatures to sweep the internet was a small, sharp-toothed elf called Labubu. Utah State University’s Digital Folklore Project has named this tiny character ...

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This story is a complementary profile to the 2025 Hypebeast100, our annual recognition of the creatives shaping fashion and culture today. Explore the full Hypebeast100 list, award winners, and this ...