1. Labubu doll is a popular toy featuring a round, furry body, big eyes, pointed ears, and a distinctive smile formed by sharp teeth

1. Labubu doll is a popular toy featuring a round, furry body, big eyes, pointed ears, and a distinctive smile formed by sharp teeth

2. This plush toy,  created by Hong Kong-Belgian artist Kasing Lung as part of his graphic-novel series The Monsters in 2015, has taken Internet by storm and is mostly adored for its cheeky grin

2. This plush toy,  created by Hong Kong-Belgian artist Kasing Lung as part of his graphic-novel series The Monsters in 2015, has taken Internet by storm and is mostly adored for its cheeky grin

3. Labubu is a popular collectible item, particularly as plush pendants sold in "blind boxes" where the specific character is a surprise until opened

3. Labubu is a popular collectible item, particularly as plush pendants sold in "blind boxes" where the specific character is a surprise until opened

4. A Labubu costs roughly between $21.99 and $39.99

4. A Labubu costs roughly between $21.99 and $39.99

5. They had first hit shelves in 2015 but 2025 saw this doll getting the much needed hype with various toy brands mass producing it and not even featuring as culinary delectable in fancy restaurants

5. They had first hit shelves in 2015 but 2025 saw this doll getting the much needed hype with various toy brands mass producing it and not even featuring as culinary delectable in fancy restaurants

6. In early 2024, BLACKPINK’s Lisa was photographed with Labubu on her bag, catapulting the toy into global fame. Soon after, stars like Rihanna, Madonna, and David Beckham appeared sporting theirs, fuelling a rush in stores worldwide

6. In early 2024, BLACKPINK’s Lisa was photographed with Labubu on her bag, catapulting the toy into global fame. Soon after, stars like Rihanna, Madonna, and David Beckham appeared sporting theirs, fuelling a rush in stores worldwide

7. Labubu is now more than a toy, it’s a fashion accessory and pop?culture icon.

7. Labubu is now more than a toy, it’s a fashion accessory and pop?culture icon.

8. Lung  teamed up with Chinese toy company POP MART in 2019 to manufacture Labubu commercially

8. Lung  teamed up with Chinese toy company POP MART in 2019 to manufacture Labubu commercially

9. POP MART CEO Wang Ning has now risen into the ranks of China’s wealthiest individuals with the huge sale of Labubu toys across the globe

9. POP MART CEO Wang Ning has now risen into the ranks of China’s wealthiest individuals with the huge sale of Labubu toys across the globe

10. Labubu is a fictional elvish creature inspired by Nordic folklore and mythology.

10. Labubu is a fictional elvish creature inspired by Nordic folklore and mythology.

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