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If you’ve been doomscrolling TikTok or Instagram and spotted toothy, gremlin-looking plushies dangling from celebrity bags like cursed keychains, you’re not alone in wondering what’s going on.

Labubu — that’s the name of this bizarre little creature — has exploded into a global phenomenon in 2025, blending cute with creepy in a way that’s got K-pop idols and collectors losing their minds. It’s ugly as sin, but it’s racking up hundreds of millions in sales, sparking chaos at toy stores, and even inspiring burglaries.

If you’re clueless about this trend, buckle up — here’s the primer you didn’t know you needed.

Here’s the Tl;Dr What it is: Plush collectible toy, part monster, part elf, with pointy ears and a toothy grin. Origin: Created by Hong Kong artist Kasing Lung in 2015, inspired by Nordic folklore, and sold by Pop Mart. Why popular: Celebrity endorsements,...

Are Labubu dolls… haunted? Are they demonic?

You’ve probably seen Labubu everywhere by now — those toothy, gremlin-like plushies dangling from bags and racking up sales in 2025.

But what started as a cute collectible craze has taken a sinister turn, with viral stories claiming these dolls are haunted portals to hell, stuffed with fentanyl, or even vessels for ancient demons like Pazuzu from The Exorcist.

As influencers burn their collections and parents panic over “cursed” toys, the question remains: is Labubu just an ugly fad, or is something far darker lurking in your kid’s bedroom?

If you’re wondering if that Labubu on your shelf is eyeing you funny, here’s the deep dive into the rumors shaking up 2025.

Here’s the Tl;Dr

The Rumors: Accusations of demonic ties, possession by Pazuzu, moving on their own, and bringing bad luck.

Origin of Panic: Mid-2025 TikTok and X videos...

Cameron Diaz‘s comeback movie, Back in Action, has officially become Netflix’s most-watched movie in 2025 so far, outpacing Taraji P. Henson‘s Straw. Her long-awaited return has finally paid off.

Netflix released a biannual Engagement Report in July for the first half of 2025. According to this report, Back in Action racked up an astounding 164.7 million views, outperforming all other titles on the platform. In comparison, Straw, a psychological drama directed by Tyler Perry and led by Henson, pulled in 102.9 million views. The movie stands in second position, right after Back in Action.

The data, based on total hours viewed divided by runtime, reflects Netflix’s internal viewership metric. Released alongside Netflix’s Q2 earnings in July, the report captures around 99% of all viewing activity on the platform. It showed that overall watch time rose to 95 billion hours, slightly up from last year.

While Back in Action topped the movie chart,...

Amelia Gray stars in the new era of the Elyse, Stella McCartney’s vegan shoe that fuses fashion with sustainability.

Stella McCartney once again reshapes the luxury footwear landscape with the relaunch of her iconic Elyse, this time fronted by Amelia Gray. Known for their distinctive serrated platform, the Elyse debuted on the Autumn/Winter 2014 runway and swiftly became a symbol of conscious fashion, worn by celebrities such as Kendall Jenner, Gigi Hadid, Rihanna and Beyoncé.

Courtesy of Stella McCartney

This new chapter introduces a refined colour palette featuring shades like grey and navy, alongside innovative materials such as apple-waste-based vegan leather and a snake-effect finish crafted from mycelium, a sustainable mushroom-derived fabric. All while staying true to its original DNA: Fsc-certified wooden wedge, micro-toothed sole and 100% vegan adhesives.

The choice of Amelia Gray reinforces the Elyse’s dual spirit: strength and elegance, innovation and tradition. Styled in Savile Row tailoring,...

Rihanna is getting ready for baby #3!

The 37-year-old singer, who is pregnant with her third child, had her baby bump on display in a form-fitting white top under a blazer on Thursday afternoon (August 7) in Beverly Hills, Calif.

Rihanna was seen heading into the store English Rabbit to shop for baby clothes.

If you didn’t know, Rihanna‘s recent movie Smurfs is currently playing in theaters. The film has grossed $29 million at the domestic box office and $93 million at the global box office so far.

Rihanna‘s partner A$AP Rocky recently seemed to reveal the sex of their third child. Also, in a new interview, Rihanna shared how her sons feel about becoming older siblings to the new baby.

Browse through the gallery for more photos of Rihanna shopping for baby clothes…...

Tom Holland should be best known for his role as Spider-Man, or one of his other highly-praised acting roles, yet that is never what people who meet him want to talk about. Instead, they want to talk about the jaw-dropping moment Holland donned fishnets and performed Rihanna’s “Umbrella” on Lip Sync Battle.

While appearing on Gordon Ramsay’s show, Scrambled, Holland reflected on his 2017 drag performance on the reality competition that pitted two celebrities against each other in, as the title suggests, a lip-sync battle. As it turns out, Holland’s adversary on the show was none other than his now partner, Zendaya, but he may not have put in quite such a memorable performance if he had followed some advice he was given by his father. Holland said:

“What was really great about that is people didn't know that I could dance. I kept that quiet, I don't know why.

High-end fashion, jewelry and watch brands are more aligned with Hollywood A-listers than ever before, as even the smallest red carpet would demonstrate these days. But are stars and the labels they wear doing everything they can to ensure mutual red-carpet success and brand awareness? That’s among the questions The Hollywood Reporter and data firm Launchmetrics will address in an upcoming webinar, “Influence that Performs: The Playbook for High-Performing Ambassador Content,” set for Thursday, Sept. 4 at 11 a.m. Edt.

The Hollywood Reporter and Launchmetrics partnered in December 2023 to produce the Red Carpet Power Rankings series, which kicked off with the 2024 Golden Globe Awards and has continued through the 2025 awards season, including the upcoming Emmy Awards on Sept. 14. Launchmetrics specializes in measuring brand awareness and influence, employing its proprietary Media Impact Value (Miv) algorithm to analyze and rank both brands and stars, spanning five categories in the Power Rankings series: fashion,...

Liam Neeson was asked about a Labubu doll in his latest interview promoting The Naked Gun. During his appearance on the Interrobait session with Metro UK, he was shown a picture of a Labubu doll and asked what it was. He was visibly confused at the plush toy of a monster elf in the picture. Neeson shared, “Have no clue. No. Seriously, I don’t know.”

He wasn’t particularly amused to hear that the toy was called a “Labubu.” He told the interviewer that it looked like a “fluffy doll” and asked, “Can you eat it?” The interviewer then went on to explain how the maker of the Labubu doll is making a fortune now. He shared, “The owner of the Labubu is now a billionaire because people around the world are hoarding these.”

Liam Neeson learns what a Labubu is during an interrogation pic.twitter.com/v94JUGOuES...

A$AP Rocky makes his A24 film debut with a surreal comedy that has already sparked memes and fan theories.

Yes, you read that right: A$AP Rocky is starring in a new film under the prestigious indie label A24. The Harlem rapper — more recently known for his campaigns with Rihanna and their family getaways with the Fenty crew — trades fashion runways for the big screen in If I Had Legs I’d Kick You, hitting cinemas on 10 October 2025.

Directed by Mary Bronstein, the film blends absurdist humour with existential drama. The official synopsis reads: “With her life falling apart around her, Linda (played by Rose Byrne) tries to cope with her son’s mysterious illness, her husband’s absence, an unresolved disappearance, and an increasingly hostile relationship with her therapist.”

A$AP plays a classic “local hustler” type — a character who crashes into Linda’s string of personal failures bringing chaos,...

In 2017, MCU starTom Holland performed a forever iconic lip sync to Rihanna's "Umbrella" in a battle against his now-fiancé Zendaya, and now, he's opening up about it. Lip Sync Battle was a reality competition show that first aired on Paramount Network (formerly Spike) on April 2, 2015. The show ran for 5 seasons from 2015 to 2019.

Lip Sync Battle's concept involved two different celebrities competing against each other every week, who would have to prepare two lip-sync performances, and then the audience would decide the winner. In addition to Holland, many other notable celebrities who have appeared on the show include Channing Tatum, Kathy Bates, Kaley Cuoco, Anne Hathaway, Dwayne Johnson, and more.

While a guest on Gordon Ramsay's talk show Scrambled, Holland opened up about his 2017 performance in Lip Sync Battle in drag, and how wearing fishnets was his idea. During Ramsay's show, Holland admitted that he loved showcasing his...

United Talent Agency (UTA) is expanding the company’s communications department with the addition of Gabe Tesoriero and Kate Cafaro, the agency announced on Wednesday.

Based in New York and Los Angeles respectively, Tesoriero and Cafaro will both serve as Vice President of Corporate Communications, with Tesoriero leading communications for UTA’s global Music division and Cafaro heading up communications for the agency’s Filmed Entertainment division. Both will report to Senior Vice President, Claudia Russo and Cassandra Bujarski, who joined the agency in February as Chief Communications Officer.

Previously, Tesoriero served as EVP of Media & Brand Strategy for Def Jam Recordings/Universal Music Group and spent over ten years overseeing the company’s communications practice. Throughout his career, he has executed strategic media campaigns for the biggest names in music, including Kanye West, Justin Bieber, Rihanna, Frank Ocean, Pusha T, Big Sean, Jhené Aiko, Jeezy, Nas, Rick Ross, 2 Chainz,...

United Talent Agency is expanding the company’s communications department with the addition of Gabe Tesoriero and Kate Cafaro.

Based in New York and Los Angeles, respectively, Tesoriero and Cafaro will both serve as Vice President of Corporate Communications, with Tesoriero leading communications for UTA’s global Music division and Cafaro heading up communications for the agency’s Filmed Entertainment division.

Both will report to Senior Vice President, Claudia Russo and Cassandra Bujarski, the latter of whom joined the agency in February as Chief Communications Officer.

Previously, Tesoriero served as EVP of Media & Brand Strategy for Def Jam Recordings/Universal Music Group and spent over ten years overseeing the company’s communications practice. Throughout his career, he has executed strategic media campaigns for the biggest names in music, including Kanye West, Justin Bieber, Rihanna, Frank Ocean, Pusha T, Big Sean, Jhené Aiko, Jeezy, Nas, Rick Ross, 2 Chainz, The Roots,...

Tom Holland is reflecting on his now iconic performance on Lip Sync Battle!

The 29-year-old actor got in drag for the show as he performed a mashup of “Singin’ In the Rain” and Rihanna‘s “Umbrella,” as part of his battle against now fiancée Zendaya.

While appearing on Gordon Ramsay‘s Scrambled cooking series recently, Tom looked back on the performance and how his dad thought it wasn’t the best idea to do the show.

Keep reading to find out more…

“What was really great about that is people didn’t know that I could dance. I kept that quiet, I don’t know why,” Tom told Gordon. “It’s so funny, Zendaya and I, we were chatting at the time about what we were gonna do, and we had agreed that we would take it easy. That was the agreement, that it was like, ‘I’m not gonna do anything crazy,...

Tom Holland’s “Lip Sync Battle” performance was a family affair.

On a recent episode of Gordon Ramsay’s “Scrambled,” the “Spider-Man” star went behind the scenes on his 2017 rendition of Rihanna’s “Umbrella” on the Spike competition show.

Holland’s performance was a bait and switch for the audience, starting as a performance of “Singin’ in the Rain” before quickly switching to “Umbrella.” During the transition, Holland trades his suit for a dress, fishnets and a wig. He appeared on the episode with his fiancée Zendaya.

“It’s so funny, Zendaya and I, we were chatting at the time about what we were gonna do, and we had agreed that we would take it easy,” he said. “That was the agreement, that it was like, ‘I’m not gonna do anything crazy, you’re not gonna do anything crazy, we’re just gonna keep it nice and easy breezy.

Shakira and Gerard Piqué were once the ultimate football-meets-pop-star power couple, until they weren’t. After 11 years, two adorable kids, and countless swoon-worthy moments, the duo officially called it quits in June 2022. The breakup came with all the classic celebrity fixings- a joint statement, a plea for privacy, and a million heartbroken fans wondering, “Wait, what?!”

Their story began like a rom-com on a football field, literally. He was the World Cup-winning heartthrob; she was the queen of hips that don’t lie. Sparks flew during her Waka Waka music video shoot, and soon enough, they were posting a couple of selfies and raising two kids, Milan and Sasha.

But after over a decade together, things fizzled, rumors, drama, and all. And Shakira? She’s not crying over spilled footballs. She’s back, fierce, and ready to dance through the drama.

Now, the million-dollar question: who is Shakira dating post-Piqué?...

The Freakier Friday London premiere wasn’t just about celebrating the return of the classic 2003 movie; it was also a major fashion moment. The red carpet was abuzz with excitement as original stars Lindsay Lohan and Jamie Lee Curtis reunited in style alongside their fresh-faced co-stars, Julia Butters and Sophia Hammons, offering fans a blend of old and new.

Jump to a Look:

1. Lindsay Lohan: Lavender Gown & Manolo Blahnik Sandals 2. Jamie Lee Curtis: Red Cape Dress & Black Pumps 3. Julia Butters: Plaid Two‑Piece & Burgundy Valentina Rangoni Heels 4. Sophia Hammons: Pink Sequined Cheongsam & Silver Kurt Geiger Heels

The actresses showcased their unique styles, ranging from vintage glamour to modern, youthful flair. Please take a look at their outfits for this unique, multigenerational red carpet moment!

Lindsay Lohan, Jamie Lee Curtis, Julia Butters, and Sophia Hammons turn heads in stunning dresses and heels at the London premiere of Freakier Friday at the Odeon Luxe,...

Chloe Bailey is having a blast in Barbados!

The 27-year-old “Boy Bye” singer was all smiles as she waved to fans while on top of float in a parade during the 2025 Crop Over Festival on Monday (August 4) in Barbados.

For the parade, Chloe wowed in a bedazzled gold outfit with a matching crown and elaborate white wings.

The festival had its early beginnings on the sugar cane plantations during slavery and marks the end of the harvest.

Rihanna often attends the festival celebrations in her native Barbados and last year, she wore a colorful and bejeweled outfit.

In an interview from 2023, Chloe and sister Halle Bailey discussed their future music projects as the duo Chloe X Halle.

Click through the gallery inside for more photos of Chloe Bailey at the Crop Over Festival…...

Apple TV+ and A24 have debuted the first trailer for Spike Lee‘s new movie!

Denzel Washington, Jeffrey Wright, Ilfenesh Hadera, and A$AP Rocky star in the 68-year-old Oscar-winning filmmaker’s crime thriller movie Highest 2 Lowest.

Here’s the synopsis: “When a titan music mogul (Washington), widely known as having the ‘best ears in the business’, is targeted with a ransom plot, he is jammed up in a life-or-death moral dilemma. Brothers Denzel Washington and Spike Lee reunite for the 5th in their long working relationship for a reinterpretation of the great filmmaker Akira Kurosawa’s crime thriller High and Low, now played out on the mean streets of modern day New York City.”

Keep reading to find out more…Back in May, Rocky had the support of partner Rihanna, who is currently pregnant with their third child, at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival premiere of the new movie.

Rihanna is enjoying a night out!

The 37-year-old “Love on the Brain” singer and Fenty Beauty mogul cradled her growing baby bump as she left Italian restaurant Giorgio Baldi after dinner on Sunday night (August 3) in Santa Monica, Calif.

For her night out, Rihanna looked cool in a gray sweater and jeans with a fur shawl draped over her shoulders paired with snakeskin-print heels and sunglasses.

Last month, Rihanna, who is currently expecting her third child with partner A$AP Rocky, attended the Los Angeles premiere of her new animated Smurfs movie with her sons RZA, 3, and Riot, 2!

In a new interview, Rihanna shared how her sons feel about becoming older siblings to the new baby.

If you missed it, Rocky, 36, seemingly revealed the sex of baby No. 3!

Fyi: Rihanna is carrying a Valentino Garavani Panthea bag.

Lollapalooza 2025 wrapped on Sunday, and it was one for the books. Women and international artists absolutely dominated the four-day festival held in Chicago at Grant Park. The representation was a welcome one as evidenced by an estimated 115,000 fans who attended the festival each day, per organizers; four-day passes sold out in less than an hour after the lineup was announced in March.

Among the big draws were Sabrina Carpenter, who closed out the festival with surprise guests Earth, Wind & Fire, and A$AP Rocky, who performed from a life-size helicopter onstage.

This weekend’s box office brought a mix of action-packed blockbusters, fresh releases, and family-friendly favorites, keeping theaters buzzing with excitement. From superhero epics to animated adventures, audiences had plenty to choose from, with some films holding strong while others made bold debuts.

The numbers tell a story of fierce competition and shifting tastes, as new entries challenged established hits. Let’s dive into the top 15 films that lit up the domestic box office this weekend, counting down from the smallest earners to the biggest winners.

15. Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning (2025) Paramount Pictures

Kicking off the list, ‘Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning’ earned $245,000 in its 11th week. Starring Tom Cruise as Ethan Hunt, this action-packed finale sees the Imf team facing their ultimate challenge. With a modest 181 theaters, the film’s staying power shows we still love high-stakes stunts and Cruise’s relentless energy.

14. Elio (2025) Pixar

‘Elio’, a Pixar sci-fi adventure,...

Margot Robbie is in talks to star in Tim Burton's Attack Of The Fifty Foot Woman remake.The 35-year-old actress is being considered for the lead role in the 66-year-old filmmaker’s upcoming movie for Warner Bros and she would also produce the film through her LuckyChap production company, according to The Insneider.The original 1958 classic is a science-fiction horror story which follows a wealthy heiress who grows into a giant after an alien encounter and goes on to take revenge on her cheating husband.It was revealed last year that Burton would direct and produce the remake, with Gone Girl author Gillian Flynn writing the script.Andrew Mittman and Tommy Harper are also producing with Kai Dolbashian as executive producer. However, Variety reports that Flynn exited the project due to other commitment after writing a first draft of the screenplay and the producing team is currently searching for a new writer.

Lee Isaac Chung is to direct an Ocean’s prequel.The 46-year-old filmmaker - who recently helmed Twisters - is attached to direct a prequel to the 2001 crime flick Ocean’s Eleven for Warner Bros., Deadline has said.While the project is said to be in early development and plot details are being kept under wraps, the screenplay is being written by A Family Affair scribe Carrie Solomon.The Ocean’s prequel - which will be based on characters created by George Clayton Johnson and Jack Golden Russell - will be produced by Warner Bros. and Margot Robbie under her LuckyChap Entertainment banner.The actress was previously said to have also been attached to star in the Ocean’s prequel alongside her Barbie castmate Ryan Gosling, though current reports indicate no one has officially been cast in the movie yet.While story details are unknown, it was reported the Ocean’s...

Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle Box Office Day 13 Update!(Photo Credit –YouTube)

Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle is on rampage mode at the box office. It is achieving new milestones with every passing day of its domestic run. In only 13 days, the animated dark fantasy action film has emerged as the highest-grossing film of 2025 in Japan. Scroll below for a detailed report!

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Movie: Infinity Castle Box Office Update

As per Luiz Fernando, Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle added $4.4 million to its kitty on the second Wednesday. The overall box office collection has surged to a whopping ¥14.67 billion ($99 million). It will officially cross the $100 million mark today, a massive feat to be achieved in only two weeks at the Japanese box office!

Take a look at the detailed box office breakdown:

Day 1: ¥1.64 billion($11.2million) Opening Weekend (3-day): ¥5.52 billion ($37.5 million) Extended Opening Weekend (4-day): ¥7.31 billion ($49.7 million...

Step into a pastel dreamworld: Pop Mart’s Ultimate Play Stop popped off at San Diego Comic-Con 2025, and it was as fun, colorful, and collectible-crazed as ever! Let’s dive into the whirlwind of cuteness and exclusives that made the Pop Mart booth one of Sdcc’s most buzz-worthy highlights.

A Booth That Felt Like a Theme Park

Pop Mart hit Sdcc in style with Booth #135 transformed into the Ultimate Play Stop—a whimsical, immersive space filled with towering character displays and bold branding. Icons ranging from Space Molly and Skullpanda to Dimoo and Molly lined the walls, drawing in fans from across the convention floor.

Sdcc Exclusives & First Releases

Pop Mart dropped exclusive collectibles and global debuts to satisfy all levels of fandom:

Duckoo Fountain Figure – $43.99 (Sdcc exclusive)

Nyota Love is Armor Figure – $152.99 (Sdcc exclusive)

Mega Space Molly Hot Wheels 400% – $314.99 (Global debut)

Star Wars Bobble Head Series – $19.99 per or...

Avex Music Group, the international division of Japanese entertainment giant Avex, and S10 highlighted their chart successes of 2025 on Wednesday morning.

The company, led by recently-appointed CEO Brandon Silverstein, has a roster of songwriters, producers and artists across pop and hip-hop. The company’s publishing talent has had a seemingly big year thus far.

Drake’s “What Did I Miss?” reached No. 2 on Billboard’s Hot 100 and produced by Avex producer Elyas. Another Avex producer, Elkan, produced Drake’s “Nokia” and was a producer on Travis Scott’s JackBoys 2, which earned a No. 2 spot on the Billboard Hot 100 and a No. 1 spot on the Billboard 200 chart, respectively. Other chart highlights of the year for Avex included Tate McRae’s hits “Sports Car” and “Revolving Door,” which were produced and co-written by Grant Boutin. The songwriter and producer also contributed Don Toliver and Doja Cat’s F1 soundtrack song “Lose My Mind.

Jurassic World Rebirth Worldwide Box Office: $721.4M Haul Pushes It Into Universal’s All-Time Top 20 (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Scarlett Johansson carried Jurassic World Rebirth into another strong weekend as the film added $13.2 million in its fourth frame, holding third place at the box office. James Gunn’s Superman held second while The Fantastic Four: First Steps, led by Pedro Pascal, opened at the top.

Jurassic World Rebirth Surges Past $721 Million Worldwide

The steady run has pushed Rebirth to more than $721 million worldwide, with $303.3 million from domestic markets and $418.1 million from overseas, per Box Office Mojo.

Jurassic World Rebirth Box Office Summary North America – $303.3 million International – $418.1 million Worldwide Collection – $721.4 million Trending How To Train Your Dragon Box Office: Live-Action Remake Crosses $600M Globally, Ranks s 2025’s Fifth Biggest Movie Superman Worldwide Box Office: James Gunn’s Reboot Crosses $500 Million, Overtakes Marvel’s Ant-Man And The Wasp: Quantumania

It now ranks as...

The Fantastic Four: First Steps North America Box Office Day 4 Update ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

The Fantastic Four: First Steps keeps the MCU trending on social media. It scored a strong first Monday, beating A Minecraft Movie. It is closing in on beating the domestic haul of one of the early MCU movies, which is also the second-least earning film. The Incredible Hulk, starring Edward Norton, was among the films released in the MCU’s Phase One, and this 2025 release is set to beat that soon. Keep scrolling for more.

The latest MCU release has been getting mixed responses on social media, especially for nerfing Galactus. However, there have been people who defend this with a logical explanation, but this was what was to be expected. Netizens are always ready to dissect Marvel movies or other comic book movies. Despite all that, the film is expected to have a better run than the previous MCU flicks,...

The Raja Saab Box Office Day 1: Sanjay Dutt To Achieve This Milestone For 3rd Time? (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Sanjay Dutt is on a roll with some really big films in the kitty. The veteran Bollywood actor is now making ripples not just in the Hindi belt but also down South. Up next, the actor will be seen in two big projects. From Bollywood, he has Dhurandhar; from the south, he has The Raja Saab. Talking about the latter, the magnum opus marks Sanjay’s first collaboration with Prabhas, and he also has a chance to unleash a major milestone at the worldwide box office. Keep reading for a detailed report!

While the 66-year-old actor is already a legend in the Hindi film industry, he’s also exploring the South film industry in full swing. With Kgf Chapter 2, he made his debut in Sandalwood. With Leo, he made his acting debut in Kollywood.

Smurfs Worldwide Box Office (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Smurfs, the live-action animated musical comedy starring Rihanna as the voice of Smurfette, hit U.S. theaters on July 18, 2025. However, the reboot failed to impress most critics and received lukewarm responses from many moviegoers. Following an underwhelming $11 million debut (the franchise’s lowest), the film’s overall box office performance has been disappointing, to say the least. As a result, Smurfs currently trails behind the 2011 film The Smurfs by a staggering 88% in global box office earnings.

Smurfs (2025) Vs. The Smurfs (2011) & The Smurfs 2 (2013) – Box Office Comparison

Until now, the 2025 Smurfs reboot has collected over $69 million at the global box office. Here’s the film’s worldwide box office breakdown, according to Box Office Mojo.

Smurfs (2025) Box Office Summary

North America- $22.9 million International – $46.3 million Worldwide – $69.2 million Trending Superman Worldwide Box Office: James Gunn’s Reboot Crosses $500 Million, Overtakes Marvel’s Ant-Man And The Wasp...

Deion Sanders, fresh off an intense battle with bladder cancer, has ignited dating rumors after Karrueche Tran, Chris Brown’s ex and a celebrated model and actress, was spotted comforting him during his hospital stay. The internet doesn’t blink when Coach Prime makes headlines, but pair that with Tran and suddenly, speculation spreads like wildfire.

If the footage from his family’s Well Off Media YouTube channel is any clue, then the answer might be written in tears (via Daily Mail). In a now-viral video filmed inside Sanders’ hospital room before his major bladder surgery, Tran sits beside him, visibly emotional.

Though neither party has confirmed a relationship, the timing and tenderness didn’t go unnoticed. Sanders has seen his fair share of public relationships, most recently with TV producer Tracey Edmonds before their 2019 split. Are they dating? For now, the silence from both camps keeps the mystery alive.

Karrueche Tran’s most infamous relationship happened back in 2011 when she briefly dated singer Chris Brown. They split at the time after he got back together with his girlfriend Rihanna. However, in 2013, they rekindled this relationship. It didn’t last long either, as it ended on a bad note.

Tran opened up about her relationship with Brown during a 2015 appearance on Fix My Life with Iyanla on Oprah Winfrey Network. Tran shared that she had made it clear to Brown that what she wanted was to start a family and have children. However, Brown wasn’t entirely on board with that plan.

She shared with Iyanla, “I want to find somebody and grow and build a foundation and build trust, get married, have kids, the white picket fence, the green grass, and the dog.” She shared that she wanted to grow old together with him.

Iyanla shared that Brown betrayed Tran,...

Labubu mania isn’t just viral – it’s turning into a multi-billion dollar business.

Pop Mart, the company behind the wildly collectible designer toy, is projecting a jaw-dropping 350% profit jump in 2025, driven largely by surging demand in North America. The company has already surpassed its full-year 2024 U.S. revenue in just the first quarter of this year, and its stock valuation has ballooned to a staggering $40 billion.

At the heart of the boom is Labubu, a mischievous little character created in 2015 by Hong Kong artist Kasing Lung. Originally inspired by Nordic fairytales, the wide-eyed creature has since developed a devoted global following—especially among Gen Z collectors.

The hype reached new heights at this year’s San Diego Comic-Con, where fans waited in line for hours at the Pop Mart booth just for a chance to grab a mystery box. Many attendees were spotted proudly displaying their Labubu dolls on...

James Gunn and DC Studios believed they were ushering in the "Summer of Superman," but then the Marvel Cinematic Universe still hadn’t played its best hand in 2025. True, The Fantastic Four: First Steps initially got the best of the David Corenswet-led Superman movie when the latest entry in the MCU hit theaters en route to making $24.4 million during its Thursday night previews. And, yes, that figure was slightly better than the $22.5 million Superman accumulated during its own early screenings. However, that tiny victory was short-lived because The Fantastic Four surprisingly underperformed compared to the new Man of Steel’s opening-weekend debut of $125 million. After all the estimates rolled in, it turned out that the new F4 brought home a not-so-Galactus-sized $118 million domestically at the box office, and that is a reason for die-hard Superman fans to celebrate. However, there’s no way to declare which of the two...

Mama Poot (Natasha Lyonne) in Smurfs from Paramount Animation. | Smurfs & © Peyo – 2025 Lic. Lafig B./Imps © 2025 Par. Pics. For nearly four decades, Emmy-nominated actress Natasha Lyonne has carved out a unique place in Hollywood, balancing acclaimed live‑action performances with memorable voiceover roles. Now, Natasha Lyonne’s Mama Poot in The Smurfs brings her trademark wit and energy to the beloved franchise. Lyonne explained that Mama Poot quickly began to feel like an extension of her own personality, feeding off the animated performance in ways she hadn’t anticipated. What started as a fun voiceover role turned into a surprisingly personal experience, as she found herself reflected in the animated version of the character. Seeing the fully animated Mama Poot for the first time was a big moment for Lyonne. She shared that it solidified just how much of herself had been woven into the character. The collaboration between actor and...

In Chris Miller’s new film, a Smurf is told to ‘believe you were born great’. But does this approach contradict what Peyo’s original Smurfs stood for?

Smurfs, a new Paramount Pictures CGI-spectacle directed by Chris Miller, has received an all-round critical panning and faltered at the box office. But it does a serviceable job reminding viewers of the utter strangeness of the three-apples-tall characters originally conceived of by Belgian comic artist Pierre “Peyo” Culliford in 1958.

In the film, James Corden voices No Name Smurf, who experiences existential angst because unlike the other inhabitants of Smurf Village – Brainy, Grouchy, Hefty etc – he does not “have his own thing”, a skill or character trait that makes him stand out. This special trait is eventually identified as “magic” and No Name is pressed – by a serenading Rihanna-voiced Smurfette – to realise his inner Usp and “don’t let anyone ever say...

“Smurfs” Official Synopsis: When Papa Smurf (John Goodman) is mysteriously taken by evil wizards, Razamel and Gargamel, Smurfette (Rihanna) leads the Smurfs on a mission into the real world to save him. With the help of new friends, the Smurfs must discover what defines their destiny to save the universe. Click here for the “Smurfs”

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It’s time to start guessing about who’s going to perform at the 2026 Super Bowl as the halftime show headliner!

This year, Kendrick Lamar led the halftime show with several guests, including Sza, Samuel L. Jackson, Serena Williams and Mustard.

The Super Bowl Halftime Show is one of the biggest stages for a musician, reaching hundreds of millions of viewers each year.

Previous performers include Rihanna, Lady Gaga, Madonna, Beyonce, Justin Timberlake, Michael Jackson and Bruno Mars.

But we want to know: who do you think should headline the halftime show in 2026?

Head inside to let us know who you want to see take the stage for the 2026 Super Bowl Halftime Show…

We put together a poll featuring some of the biggest names in music who have yet to have a solo moment on the stage.

Vote in the poll below! Voting in this poll is unlimited, so you...

On the news she is starting her own fashion line with backing from Jeff Bezos, actress Sydney Sweeney ("Euphoria") poses for more "Savage X Fenty" lingerie, designed by pop singer Rihanna:

Sweeney appeared in the Netflix series "Everything Sucks!" (2018) with recurring roles in the Hulu series "The Handmaid's Tale" (2018)...

...and HBO miniseries "Sharp Objects" (2018). In 2019, she began starring in the HBO teen drama series "Euphoria".

Sweeney also guest starred in the TV series "90210", "Criminal Minds", "Grey's Anatomy"...

..."In the Vault" and "Pretty Little Liars".

In film, Sweeney had a cameo role as 'Snake' in director Quentin Tarantino's "Once Upon a Time...in Hollywood" (2019), co-starred in “Madame Web” (2023) and stars in “Immaculate” (2024).

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At a time when the likes of Universal’s How to Train Your Dragon remake, Gareth Edwards' big-budget dino-flick Jurassic World Rebirth, and the brand-new, critically acclaimed Superman from director James Gunn are dominating the box office, it can be difficult for any new movie to slip seamlessly onto screens. This is the reality faced by Paramount's usually reliable Smurfs, as it joined Ari Aster’s Eddingtonand the reboot of I Know What You Did Last Summer in their underwhelming box office performances this last weekend.

Sadly, following a disappointing opening weekend, it seems things keep going from bad to worse for Smurfs, with 2011’s The Smurfs near $600 million global haul now feeling like a target already unreachable. Officially, following the poor weekend, Smurfs' scores from both critics and audiences on review aggregator Rotten Tomatoes have gone from bad to worse, with the former dropping to a dreadful 20% and...

Jujutsu Kaisen Movie Box Office (Photo Credit – Prime Video)

Jujutsu Kaisen returned to theaters with Hidden Inventory/Premature Death and pulled in serious numbers over its opening weekend. The film, without staying long on the big screen, managed to make $6.4 million worldwide, of which $2.5 million came from the US alone, as per Box Office Mojo.

— jujutsu kaisen: analysis of hidden inventory & premature death’s cinematography, a thread...

F1 Surpasses Ocean’s Eleven Box Office Globally (Photo Credit – Prime Video/Instagram)

Brad Pitt’s high-octane Formula One sports drama F1 is speeding toward the coveted $500 million mark at the global box office. The film has already raked in nearly $154 million in the U.S. and over $309 million internationally, bringing its worldwide total to an impressive $463 million (according to Box Office Mojo).

#F1TheMovie Rocks! Joseph Kosinski knocks it out of the park in directing some killer racing scenes and the sound design is top-notch. An exceptional cast as well, with Javier Bardem being a major standout and Brad Pitt in maximum cool guy mode. See it in IMAX! pic.twitter.com/Alt68jzU9d

— Nate Richard (@NateKnowsMovies) June 17, 2025

And in doing that, F1: The Movie has now surpassed the worldwide box office of Steven Soderbergh’s cult heist film Ocean’s Eleven (2001), whose ensemble cast also featured Brad Pitt in a prominent role.

Lilo & Stitch Live-Action Film Crosses $1B Globally (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Disney’s live-action Lilo & Stitch is finally heading to digital. After running strong in theatres since its Memorial Day weekend debut on May 23, the film will now be available to buy digitally starting July 22.

The physical copies, including the likes of 4K Uhd, Blu-ray, and DVD, will hit shelves next month on August 26, complete with extra content like bloopers, deleted scenes, and behind-the-scenes footage, reports Screenrant.

stitch is coming home...

Natasha Lyonne brought her signature quirky charm to the streets of New York, illuminating the Empire State Building in a flirty Shushu/Tong ensemble as she celebrated the premiere of the animated musical fantasy comedy Smurfs.

Natasha Lyonne lights the Empire State Building in partnership with the Lollipop Theater Network to celebrate the premiere of Paramount Animation’s Smurfs on July 16, 2025, in New York City (Credit: mpi099 / MediaPunch / INSTARimages)

Lyonne provides the voice of Mama Poot, the leader of the Snooterpoots, in the movie, joining a star-studded cast that includes Rihanna as Smurfette, James Corden as No Name Surf, and John Goodman as Papa Smurf. Now showing in theaters, the movie has unfortunately received mostly negative reviews from critics.

Jump to a Look:

1. Flirty in Florals: Natasha Lyonne Stuns in Shushu/Tong Mini Dress 2. Bold Blue Heels: Natasha Lyonne Rocks Paris Texas Lidia Slingbacks 3. Color-Coordinated Style: Bold Jewelry & 3D Rose...

Subhash K Jha revisits Lipstick Under My Burkha which released 8 years ago in a new instalment of This Day That Year.

An inherently murky claustrophobic air pervades this inconsistently brilliant hardhitting raunchy ‘ram’-com, very conscious of its responsibilities as post-feminist cinema on women’s empowerment.

Here is a film that deserves a rousing ovation for bringing out the sexual fantasies and other unspoken yearnings of four middleclass women in a non-metropolitan milieu eking each out an exciting existence from the hard brutal raw material of her inert life.

But the film falls short of being genre-defining. Shrivastava whose earlier and only film Turning 30 only hinted at the post-feminist explosion of Lipstick Under My Burkha, takes charge with an all-knowing confidence of four women from different walks of life and belonging to separate generations.

Perhaps to offset the mess that they make of their lives, the lineup of women is...

Theaters were packed this weekend as audiences flocked to see a mix of high-flying heroes, prehistoric giants, and nostalgic reboots. From heart-pounding action to family-friendly adventures, the box office delivered a diverse slate that kept everyone entertained.

We’re breaking down the top 10 films that ruled the weekend, counting down from the lowest earner to the reigning champ. Each movie brought something unique, and we’ve got the details on what made them stand out.

10. 28 Years Later (2025) Columbia Pictures

‘28 Years Later’ pulled in $1.34 million in its fifth week, continuing the zombie franchise’s legacy. Directed by Danny Boyle, this sequel keeps the high-stakes horror alive with a fresh story of survival in a ravaged world.

Its box office has tapered off, but the film’s global total of $145 million proves its enduring appeal. Fans of the series are still drawn to its raw intensity, though newer releases are stealing the spotlight.

It’s impossible to find a good nanny in this town who won’t show too much affection to your kids.

14 Kenny Chesney Kept Over 100 People Employed During the Pandemic

When his tour was postponed during the chaotic early months of the pandemic, he paid his crew out of his own pocket: "I had to make a decision if I was gonna keep my lifestyle the way it was, or if I'm gonna take care of my people.”

13 Taryn Manning Needs Her Employees Squeaky Clean

The Orange Is the New Black star (allegedly) headbutted her assistant, whipped her with a wet towel and drenched her face with Windex. And that was the second (alleged) assault on the same assistant.

12 Jennifer Hudson Is Outrageously Generous

Hudson bought her assistant, Walter Williams, an entire house for Christmas in 2013. All he had to do in return was have his reaction posted to her...

Brad Pitt’s F1 Beats John Wick 4 & The Bourne Ultimatum At The Global Box Office(Photo Credit –Facebook/Prime Video)

Brad Pitt is currently riding high on the critical and commercial success of his Formula One sports drama F1, which is still running in theaters. The high-octane car racing movie is performing exceptionally well globally and is now racing towards the $500 million benchmark. And in doing that, it has already outgrossed several other popular films, including Matt Damon’s The Bourne Ultimatum and Keanu Reeves’ John Wick: Chapter 4. Read on to find out how much F1 is already ahead of these two action blockbusters.

Rewatched the Bourne trilogy. I’m still impressed with how The Bourne Ultimatum sticks the landing. I appreciate that the film didn’t try to retcon Bourne as a good person. While the series is about atonement, there is no clear absolution of him. Just a damn great ending.

Lilo & Stitch Takes Over Jurassic World Dominion After Hitting $1B At The Worldwide Box Office!(Photo Credit –Facebook/JioHotstar)

Lilo and Stitch has done what few expected: It has become this year’s first Hollywood film to break the $1 billion mark globally ($1.007 billion) and continues to draw crowds well into its ninth weekend. By holding off its digital debut, Disney stuck with a theater-first approach, which clearly worked. The movie has passed Jurassic World Dominion ($1.001 billion) and is closing in on The Dark Knight ($1.009 billion) and The Dark Knight Rises ($1.1 billion).

Lilo & Stitch has officially reached 1B on the Box Office!!! pic.twitter.com/VWaQi10dvS

— Lilo & Stitch News (@LiloStitchLA) July 17, 2025

Lilo & Stitch Box Office: Disney’s Remake Makes It to The Big Leagues

According to Box Office Mojo, Lilo and Stitch have made nearly $420 million at home and worldwide, it stands at $1.007 billion. This puts it comfortably ahead of several recent big-budget disappointments.

Pedro Pascal’s Eddington Witnesses A Slow Start In The US ( Photo Credit – YouTube )

After a lukewarm reception of The Materialists, Pedro Pascal is back on the big screen again in Eddington, a film that does not quite land the way it aimed to. At the same time, director Ari Aster returns with something even bigger in scale (after Beau is Afraid divided audiences and did not do much at the box office) but not necessarily in impact.

The film, backed by A24 and packed with star power, including Joaquin Phoenix, Emma Stone, and Austin Butler, opened with a quiet $4 million in the US, per Box Office Mojo. It is not the kind of start expected from a movie believed to cost between $35 and $50 million to make, per Collider.

Meet the good people of Eddington. In theaters July 18. pic.twitter.com/KHFdcT73aY

— Eddington (@eddingtonmovie) June 16, 2025

Eddington’s Underwhelming Debut

Eddington,...