<p>Forget Labubu; there’s a new collectible craze sweeping the internet, and it’s all thanks to BTS’ V, aka Kim Taehyung. The K-pop idol once again proved his unmatched global influence after fans noticed an adorable keychain hanging from his bag during his recent airport appearance. This plush Hirono doll sold out within hours of him being spotted.&nbsp;</p><h2>The viral moment that started it all</h2><p>On October 4, Kim Taehyung, the global ambassador for Celine, was seen at Incheon International Airport as he departed for Paris Fashion Week 2026. While his effortlessly chic outfit grabbed attention, what truly stole the show was the tiny Hirono doll swinging from his brown Celine bag.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/bennifer-reunites-jennifer-lopez-ben-affleck-pose-together-on-the-red-carpet-for-the-first-time-since-their-divorce-1759811171024"><strong>Jennifer Lopez, Ben Affleck reunite for the first time since their divorce</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Taehyung&#39;s Hirono Living Wild doll has SOLD OUT at the official POP MART store in China, with over 500 purchases in the past 24 hours.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/%ED%83%9C%ED%98%95?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#태형</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/%EB%B7%94?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#뷔</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TAEHYUNG?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TAEHYUNG</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/V?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#V</a> <a href="https://t.co/oBUpXLaUQC">pic.twitter.com/oBUpXLaUQC</a></p>&mdash; CHINA Baidu Vbar (@KIMTAEHYUNGBAR_) <a href="https://twitter.com/KIMTAEHYUNGBAR_/status/1974352565963010139?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 4, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>&nbsp;</p><p>Within hours, social media lit up with close-up photos and fan reactions. "Trust Taehyung to make a toy go viral," one user wrote on X. Another joked, "V’s fashion accessories should come with a 'sold-out' warning!"</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/did-meghan-markle-go-too-far-duchess-faces-backlash-over-paris-video-near-princess-diana-s-crash-site-1759768987228"><strong>Meghan Markle faces backlash over Paris video near Princess Diana’s crash site</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>And that’s exactly what happened. The Hirono doll, officially known as the Hirono Living Wild- Fight For Joy edition, sold out in record time across Pop Mart’s official Chinese stores. Speculations are also being made that over 500 units were gone within 24 hours of the sighting.</p><h2>What makes the Hirono Doll so special?</h2><p>The Hirono Doll is a collaboration between Chinese artist Lang and Pop Mart, best known for collectible designer toys. The "Fight For Joy" version, the one Taehyung carried, features the character dressed in a brown suede bear suit with denim dungarees, holding a tiny torch symbolizing courage and hope.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/lifestyle/dame-jilly-cooper-beloved-british-author-of-rivals-and-riders-dies-at-88-1759754187959"><strong>Dame Jilly Cooper, beloved British author of 'Rivals' and 'Riders', dies at 88</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>It’s an art piece that blends emotion, creativity, and charm, much like the BTS star himself. Fans have pointed out that the doll’s quiet, whimsical expression mirrors Taehyung’s own artistic personality.</p><h2>From designer toy to pop culture phenomenon</h2><p>Before Taehyung’s airport moment, the Hirono doll was already loved among art toy collectors. But after being seen with the BTS singer, it transcended niche fandoms to become a global must-have.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The hashtag #HironoDoll began trending, and photos of the collectible flooded platforms like X, TikTok, and Instagram. Fans declared it "the new Labubu," referencing Pop Mart’s previously viral toy line.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/meghan-markle-s-paris-fashion-week-debut-gets-trolled-what-went-wrong-1759655385738"><strong>Meghan Markle’s Paris Fashion Week debut gets trolled; what went wrong?</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>"Labubu walked so Hirono could run," one fan quipped, a statement that now defines the shift in collector trends driven by celebrity influence.</p><h2>The Taehyung effect</h2><p>Whether it’s his music, his style, or even his accessories, Taehyung’s influence continues to shape trends worldwide. From Celine’s Paris runways to the shelves of Pop Mart stores, his impact bridges luxury, art, and pop culture seamlessly.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>As one fan perfectly summed it up, “Taehyung doesn’t just wear things- he makes the world want them."&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;</p>

After Kim Taehyung was spotted carrying a Hirono Doll as a bag charm at Incheon Airport, fans and collectors rushed to buy it, leading to an instant sell-out. 

Forget Labubu; there’s a new collectible craze sweeping the internet, and it’s all thanks to BTS’ V, aka Kim Taehyung. The K-pop idol once again proved his unmatched global influence after fans noticed an adorable keychain hanging from his bag during his recent airport appearance. This plush Hirono doll sold out within hours of him being spotted. The viral moment that started it all On October 4, Kim Taehyung, the global ambassador for Celine, was seen at Incheon International Airport as he departed for Paris Fashion Week 2026. While his effortlessly chic outfit grabbed attention, what truly stole the show was the tiny Hirono doll swinging from his brown Celine bag. Also Read: Jennifer Lopez, Ben Affleck reunite for the first time since their divorce

<p>After Kim Taehyung was spotted carrying a Hirono Doll as a bag charm at Incheon Airport, fans and collectors rushed to buy it, leading to an instant sell-out.&nbsp;</p>

Is THIS the next Labubu? BTS’ V sparks global craze for Hirono Doll

<p>Naomi Osaka won her first round women's singles match in the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/us-open">US Open</a> 2025 in straight sets against Greet Minnen but it was her outfit and Labubu doll which created more buzz. The former world number 1 and two-time US Open winner (2018 and 2020) is currently seeded no. 23 and is vying hard to regain her lost position in women's tennis. It was a perfect start for her at the Flushing Meadows which she matched with her sparkly roses in her hair.</p><h2><strong>Naomi Osaka US Open 2025 outfit</strong></h2><p>The Japanese player, after the win, spoke at length about her appearance in Nike outfit - something which was in works for a long time. The outfit included a red outfit with sparkles, red roses with more sparkles in her ponytail and a sparkly Labubu doll to go with which she named "Billie Jean Bling" after famous American women's tennis player Billie Jean King. Have a look at the outfit below:</p>

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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/naomi-osaka">Osaka</a> also revealed that it was her night outfit as the match was in the nigh and hoped she'll "wear my day outfit next time." Speaking on the inspiration behind all this jazz, Osaka said: "I just thought it would be really fun to do a New York under the lights. I'm glad that my first match was a night match, because this outfit was really fun to play."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read:</strong> <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/why-did-alcaraz-cut-his-hair-us-open-2022-winner-reveals-reason-1756283286078">Why did Alcaraz cut his hair - US Open 2022 winner reveals reason</a></p><h2><strong>Naomi Osaka in US Open 2025</strong></h2><p>The Japanese player also looked good with tennis racquet in her hand and not just with the doll. She took only two sets to beat Minnen 6-3, 6-4 to advance to the second round where she'll now face home town girl Hailey Baptiste. While Osaka has definitely aced her outfit and appearance, she'd like to go to distance in the year's last major and possibly end the grand slam drought which is going on since she won Australian Open in 2021.</p>

Naomi Osaka's sprakly red roses in ponytail along with a ‘Billie Jean Bling’ Labubu doll stole the limelight at the US Open 2025 during her 6-3, 6-4 first round win over Greet Minnen in straight sets.

Naomi Osaka won her first round women's singles match in the US Open 2025 in straight sets against Greet Minnen but it was her outfit and Labubu doll which created more buzz. The former world number 1 and two-time US Open winner (2018 and 2020) is currently seeded no. 23 and is vying hard to regain her lost position in women's tennis. It was a perfect start for her at the Flushing Meadows which she matched with her sparkly roses in her hair. Naomi Osaka US Open 2025 outfit The Japanese player, after the win, spoke at length about her appearance in Nike outfit - something which was in works for a long time. The outfit included a red outfit with sparkles, red roses with more sparkles in her ponytail and a sparkly Labubu doll to go with which she named "Billie Jean Bling" after famous American women's tennis player Billie Jean King. Have a look at the outfit below:

<p>Naomi Osaka's sparkly red roses in ponytail along with a ‘Billie Jean Bling’ Labubu doll stole the limelight at the US Open 2025 during her 6-3, 6-4 first round win over Greet Minnen in straight sets.</p>

Naomi Osaka US Open 2025 outfit: Sparkly roses in ponytail and a 'Billie Jean' Labubu doll

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Is THIS the next Labubu? BTS’ V sparks global craze for Hirono Doll

Osaka sparkles at US Open with roses in ponytail and 'Billie Jean' Labubu doll