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Kim Kardashian Eyed to Star in "Bratz" Movie
Yara Sameh Kim Kardashian is being eyed to play the villain in Amazon MGM's 'Bratz' movie. The tech giant won a bidding war for rights to the live-action film about the popular children's toy in hopes of backing the next 'Barbie.' Additional details about the plot and cast have yet to be revealed. Charlie Polinger and Lucy McKendrick are writing the script, while Erik Feig and Julia Hammer for Picturestart, Kardashian, and Jason Larian and Jasmin Larian for MGA Entertainment are on board to produce. MGA's Isaac Larian will executive produce. Ever since 'Barbie' took the world by storm and became 2023's highest-grossing film with $1.44 billion, Hollywood has been developing all kinds of children's toys for the big screen. Film versions of Hot Wheels, Barney, Polly Pocket and Rock 'Em Sock 'Em Robots are currently in the works across various studios and production companies. Bratz dolls were founded in 2001 by Carter Bryant, a former Mattel employee, and were launched by MGA Entertainment. Bratz has sold more than 200 million dolls since 2001 and has the highest social media engagement across all platforms of any toy brand, according to Amazon MGM. However, it's unclear if that'll translate into blockbuster ticket sales. Bratz has been the subject of Lionsgate's 2005 live-action movie, which flopped at the box office, as well as several TV series and video games. Kardashian is the star of 'Keeping Up With the Kardashians' and businesswoman behind the loungewear company Skims. She's been focusing on the world of scripted entertainment, recently starring in 'American Horror Story' alongside Emma Roberts and voicing characters in two 'PAW Patrol' movies. On the horizon, she'll lead the Netflix comedy 'The Fifth Wheel' from director Eva Longoria and will appear in Ryan Murphy's new drama 'All Is Fair.' read more New Tourism Route To Launch in Old Cairo Ahmed El Sakka-Led Play 'Sayidati Al Jamila' to Be Staged in KSA on Dec. 6 Mandy Moore Joins Season 2 of "Dr. Death" Anthology Series Don't Miss These Movies at 44th Cairo Int'l Film Festival Today Amr Diab to Headline KSA's MDLBEAST Soundstorm 2022 Festival Arts & Culture Mai Omar Stuns in Latest Instagram Photos Arts & Culture "The Flash" to End with Season 9 Arts & Culture Ministry of Culture Organizes four day Children's Film Festival Arts & Culture Canadian PM wishes Muslims Eid-al-Adha News China Launches Largest Ever Aircraft Carrier Sports Former Al Zamalek Player Ibrahim Shika Passes away after Long Battle with Cancer Videos & Features Tragedy Overshadows MC Alger Championship Celebration: One Fan Dead, 11 Injured After Stadium Fall Lifestyle Get to Know 2025 Eid Al Adha Prayer Times in Egypt Business Fear & Greed Index Plummets to Lowest Level Ever Recorded amid Global Trade War Arts & Culture Zahi Hawass: Claims of Columns Beneath the Pyramid of Khafre Are Lies News Flights suspended at Port Sudan Airport after Drone Attacks Videos & Features Video: Trending Lifestyle TikToker Valeria Márquez Shot Dead during Live Stream News Shell Unveils Cost-Cutting, LNG Growth Plan Technology 50-Year Soviet Spacecraft 'Kosmos 482' Crashes into Indian Ocean
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Toys are getting pricier as tariffs kick in
Toy prices are rising at their fastest pace on record, the result of stiff new tariffs in an industry where 3 out of 4 items come from China - one of the first examples of just how quickly new trade policies are raising prices for Americans. Although the full impact of President Donald Trump's new import taxes has yet to show up in economic data, analysts say the toy industry - which relies on a steady flow of relatively low-priced imports - offers clues into how higher costs could soon ripple through the economy. Subscribe to The Post Most newsletter for the most important and interesting stories from The Washington Post. The price of toys, games and playground equipment rose a record 2.2 percent between April and May, far outpacing the 0.1 percent inflation rate for all items that month, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Economists expect those increases to pick up in the coming months, as more manufacturers and retailers are forced to pass on higher costs. 'Prices have gone up, there's no doubt about it,' said Isaac Larian, chief executive of MGA Entertainment, the toy giant behind L.O.L. Surprise, Little Tikes and Bratz. 'But the inflation is just starting. There's going to be a domino effect: You're going to see prices go even higher. You're going to see empty shelves and a lack of innovation.' More than 75 percent of toys sold in the United States come from China, Census Bureau data shows, making the sector one of the most vulnerable to the president's trade war. Tariffs on Chinese imports have swung as high as 145 percent this year, though they are currently at 30 percent, thanks to a 90-day reprieve that's scheduled to end in early August. In Keene, New Hampshire, Douglas, which sells plush bears, flamingos and other stuffed animals, has raised prices by 5 percent to offset recent tariffs. The company receives as many as 30 shipping containers per month of toys from Indonesia, Vietnam and China. Each container comes with roughly $100,000 of goods, and so far this year, each one has required immediate tariff payments to the U.S. government that range from $10,000 to $145,000, president Scott Clarke said. He's had to pass on those costs to the small businesses he sells to - most of which have no choice but to mark up their prices, as well. 'It's a tough situation: We've absorbed some of the tariffs, but there's only so much we can do,' he said. 'Ultimately this is a tax on American businesses, and it's the consumer that's having to pay.' Trump has suggested that tariffs could lead to higher toy prices, but appeared to shrug off the impact on families and businesses. Although his administration gave the toy industry an exemption from the 25 percent tariffs on China during his first term, it has offered no such carve-outs this time around. 'Maybe the children will have two dolls instead of 30 dolls, you know? And maybe the two dolls will cost a couple of bucks more than they would normally,' Trump told reporters at the White House in April. 'I'm just saying they don't need to have 30 dolls,' he added later. 'They can have three.' That assumption - that families will respond to higher costs by buying fewer toys - has upended holiday plans for retailers. Many are treading cautiously, sticking to classics such as board games and dolls, and lower-priced games and craft supplies instead of large dollhouses and block sets. 'We're doubling down on bestsellers and not trying anything new this year because we just don't know what's going to happen,' said Amy Rutherford, who owns Pippin Toy, in Alexandria, Virginia. 'People are already moving to lower-dollar items - spending $30 on a plush toy instead of $75, for example - and I think that'll continue.' At the same time, toy makers are rapidly raising prices by as much as 36 percent to offset tariffs. Popular items such as Jellycat stuffed animals, Crocodile Creek puzzles and Jellystone Designs's Calm Down sensory bottles all cost more than they did at the beginning of the year, she said. Although the toy industry is mostly made up of small- and medium-sized companies, even the largest players have warned of tariff-related disruptions. Mattel, the maker of Barbie and Hot Wheels, last month scrapped its financial forecasts for the year, saying economic volatility and changing trade policies made it 'hard to predict consumer spending' for the coming months. Meanwhile, Hasbro, the company behind Monopoly and Play-Doh, laid off 3 percent of its workforce this month, following earlier warnings that tariffs could spur job cuts and higher prices. The toy industry has built a stronghold in China over decades, relying on the country's factories to churn out low-priced products in short order. Toys sold in the U.S. are also required to undergo testing at third-party safety labs that are based primarily in China, as well, making the country a one-stop shop for the industry. As a result, nearly all of the toys at Caroline Rodrigues's Merci Milo toy shops in Los Angeles and Portland, Oregon, have some connection to China. She primarily buys from European, Japanese and Korean toy companies, but says almost all rely on Chinese parts or manufacturing to some extent. 'There's just no escaping China,' she said. 'Even when I think I'm buying from a European company, the shipments arrive from China.' Rodrigues has already raised prices by as much as 20 to 30 percent to keep up with tariffs and is shutting down her Portland store, where she has two employees, to save money. Fast-changing trade policies and steep import costs have made it all but impossible to plan for the future. 'Every package I get now, I get hit with a tariff - sometimes it's $50 and sometimes it's $1,000 or $2,500,' she said. 'I place an order and it's like 'Okay, what am I going to have to pay this time?' It's anybody's guess.' - - - Federica Cocco contributed to this report. - - - Graphic: Related Content Dynamite outside a synagogue: Civil rights stories imperiled by federal cuts In West Virginia, Medicaid is a lifeline. GOP cuts could devastate the state. 3-pound puppy left in trash is rescued, now thriving Sign in to access your portfolio
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Bratz® and Jean Paul Gaultier Ignite the Fashion World with Unmissable Limited-Edition Designer Doll Collaboration
The Iconic Must-Have Limited-Edition Bratz x Jean Paul Gaultier Collector Doll Drops July 2, 2025 Bratz x Jean Paul Gaultier Collector Doll - Blue Dress Bratz x Jean Paul Gaultier Collector Doll - Pink Dress Bratz x Jean Paul Gaultier Collector Doll – Package Bratz x Jean Paul Gaultier Collector Doll - In Package Open LOS ANGELES and PARIS, June 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bratz®, the on-trend lifestyle and fashion doll brand from MGA Entertainment (MGA), and The House of Gaultier, announced today the highly-coveted Bratz x Jean Paul Gaultier Limited-Edition Collector Doll. In one of the most iconic doll collaborations to date, Bratz inducts Jean Paul Gaultier into their designer doll collab hall of fame. Fearless fashion meets Parisian couture in this ultra-premium doll, launching 2 July 2025 available exclusively on and Bratz is a global fashion force dominating trends and leaving its indelible mark on style as we know it. The exquisitely detailed collectible doll is a masterpiece of design, meticulously crafted to blend Bratz's signature style with Jean Paul Gaultier's revolutionary fashion legacy. From the runway to your shelf, this line is a love letter to fearless femininity and unapologetic self-expression. It's Bratz elevated. It's Gaultier remixed for the next generation. 'Bratz has always celebrated radical self-expression through fashion,' said Jasmin Larian-Hekmat, Bratz Creative Director. 'Partnering with an icon like Jean Paul Gaultier, who has consistently challenged norms and redefined style for decades, is a testament to Bratz's enduring place in the fashion sphere. This is Bratz at its boldest and most unforgettable.' Sasha arrives dripping in Gaultier DNA, serving two high concept looks that marry avant-garde elegance with signature bratitude. A true homage to Jean Paul Gaultier's couture heritage, she commands the spotlight in a sculptural pink velvet bustier dress, revisiting a legendary silhouette from the House's archives, and a metallic 'Gaultier' chain belt. Black patent cleated heels bring the drama from head to toe. Her second look is inspired by the Jean Paul Gaultier ready-to-wear collection and channels a nautical spirit with a chic punk twist, featuring a crisp marinière crop top, a pleated tartan mini skirt with buckle accents and a white sailor hat that sits atop her waist-length blonde waves – a first for Sasha! 'This exclusive collaboration celebrates two icons of nonconformity, creating a collector's piece where Bratz meets the world of Jean Paul Gaultier,' said the house of Jean Paul Gaultier. 'Spectacular, avant-garde and outrageously iconic, Bratz x Jean Paul Gaultier is designed for true 'Enfants Terribles' only.' A standout luxury collectible, it also includes fun accessories – like a mini Bratz x Gaultier fashion magazine and Gaultier fragrance bottle – along with custom packaging featuring a branded 'Gaultier' safety pin handle and a surprise fold-out display. The Bratz x Jean Paul Gaultier Collector Doll will be available starting 2 July 2025 at 8 a.m. PDT / 5 p.m. CET for $150 USD / €120, sold exclusively on and One hundred special collector's edition dolls numbered and featured in special limited-edition metallic packaging, will be available for $250 USD only available on For your daily dose of daring style and exclusive content, follow Bratz on Instagram and Tik Tok and the house of Jean Paul Gaultier on Instagram and Tik Tok. About Bratz® Since their debut in 2001, Bratz® has taken the global toy and fashion industries by storm with their unyielding commitment to inclusivity, self-expression, and, of course, a passion for fashion. Celebrating nearly 25 years since their introduction, the brand is as popular today as ever, maintaining cultural relevance. Bratz continues to celebrate their community of fans who grew up loving the inclusive dolls and who have found inspiration in their beloved 'it' girl attitudes throughout the decades. To stay up to date with the latest Bratz news and view exclusive content, check out and the Bratz social media channels: Instagram, Tik Tok, and YouTube. About Jean Paul GaultierEstablished by its namesake in 1976, the house of Jean Paul Gaultier is a Parisian paradox - fusing tropes of French style with iconoclastic rebellion, couture quality with street smart, shock with chic. Known for wicked tailoring and anti-establishment stances, the designer gained a reputation as French fashion's 'Enfant Terrible', a provocative and playful voice with a timeless appeal that continues to inspire its diverse audience. About MGA EntertainmentMGA Entertainment is the largest privately held toy and entertainment company in the U.S., known for its commitment to creativity, quality, and innovation. Headquartered in Los Angeles with offices globally, the company creates innovative, proprietary, and licensed consumer products and entertainment properties, including toys, games, dolls, apparel, consumer electronics, home décor, stationery, sporting goods, movies, and television series. The MGA family includes award-winning brands such as L.O.L. Surprise!™, Little Tikes®, Rainbow High™, Bratz®, MGA's Miniverse™, Yummiland™, CarTuned™, Wonder Factory™, BABY born®, and Zapf Creation®. For more information, please visit or check out at LinkedIn, TikTok, Instagram and Facebook. Contact: Hailey PetersonFINN Partners on behalf of MGA Entertainmentmga@ Contact: Maria Eugenia PerezThe House of Jean Paul Photos accompanying this announcement are available at in to access your portfolio
News18
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Reality TV Star Had A Sex Tape, Has 356 Million Instagram Followers... Will Play Villain In Film
Last Updated: Kim Kardashian will be involved in the Bratz movie as a producer, but insiders claim she is wanting to portray the antagonist in the project. Kim Kardashian is set to play the villain in the Bratz movie. The 44-year-old star will be involved in the film as a producer, but insiders claim Kim Kardashian is wanted to portray the antagonist in the project, for which Amazon MGM won a competitive bidding war. The live-action movie about the toy dolls will be written by Charlie Polinger and Lucy McKendrick, alongside Erik Feig and Julia Hammer for Picturestart, while Kim will produce the film with Jason and Jasmin Larian for MGA Entertainment. No further details about the film's cast or plot have been released yet. It is hoped that the Bratz film can replicate the success of 2023's Barbie, which grossed over $1 billion at the box office. It joins film versions of children's toys like Polly Pocket, Barney, and Hot Wheels, which are currently in development at various Hollywood studios. Bratz has sold over 200 million dolls since 2001, and Amazon MGM claims that the toys have the highest social media engagement across all platforms of any toy brand. However, this does not guarantee success on the big screen, as a 2007 Lionsgate Bratz film disappointed at the box office. Kim has stepped up her acting career recently with a central role in the upcoming legal TV series All's Fair. Her co-star Glenn Close didn't feel it was necessary to give the reality star any advice about the profession. The Fatal Attraction star, who has worked with some of Hollywood's biggest names during her career, told 'I would not presume to give Kim Kardashian advice. I think she's a very, very brilliant woman. I think she could choose to do anything she wants. 'Frankly, if she wants to be an actress, that's one road. But she could be. She's a great executive. She's a great businesswoman. She's a very involved mother. She's getting her law degree. So, I think she has huge potential and that she's already fulfilled as a woman. And frankly, I will be fascinated to see what she chooses to do." Glenn revealed that she was impressed with The Kardashians star's 'professional" approach on set as she balanced her acting work with her responsibilities as a mother and businesswoman. The 78-year-old actress said: 'First of all, she's very professional. She has an amazing ability to compartmentalise. She would be talking to her kids, studying for a law exam, then having a board meeting for Skims, and then, you know, walking on set." Close also explained that she was 'very impressed" by Kardashian as a person. She said: 'I mean, I really love her. I think she has a public image, right? I don't spend a lot of time on Instagram, but as a person, as a woman, I was very impressed." First Published: June 26, 2025, 12:07 IST
Perth Now
25-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Kim Kardashian in line to play villain in Bratz movie
Kim Kardashian is set to play the villain in the Bratz movie. The 44-year-old star will be involved in the film as a producer but insiders claim that she is wanted to portray the antagonist in the project, which Amazon MGM has won a competitive bidding war for. The live-action movie about the toy dolls will be written by Charlie Polinger and Lucy McKendrick alongside Erik Feig and Julia Hammer for Picturestart while Kim will produce the flick with Jason and Jasmin Larian for MGA Entertainment. No further details about the film's cast or plot have been released as yet. It is hoped that the Bratz film can replicate the success of 2023's Barbie - which grossed over $1 billion at the box office - and it joins film versions of children's toys Polly Pocket, Barney and Hot Wheels that are currently in development at various Hollywood studios. Bratz has sold over more than 200 million dolls since 2001 and Amazon MGM claims that the toys have the highest social media engagement across all platforms of any toy brand. However, this is not guaranteed to translate to success on the big screen as a 2007 Lionsgate Bratz picture disappointed at the box office. Kim has stepped up her acting career in recent times with a central role in the upcoming legal TV series All's Fair and her co-star Glenn Close didn't feel it was necessary to give the reality star any advice about the profession. The Fatal Attraction star, who has worked with some of Hollywood's biggest names during her career, told "I would not presume to give Kim Kardashian advice. I think she's a very, very brilliant woman. I think she could choose to do anything she wants. "Frankly, if she wants to be an actress, that's one road. But she could be. She's a great executive. She's a great businesswoman. She's a very, very involved mother. She's getting her law degree. So, I think she has huge potential and that she's fulfilled already as a woman. And frankly, I will be fascinated to see what she chooses to do." Glenn revealed that she was impressed with The Kardashians star's "professional" approach on set as she balanced her acting work with her responsibilities as a mother and businesswoman. The 78-year-old actress said: "First of all, she's very professional. She was also - she has an amazing ability to compartmentalise. She would be talking to her kids. She'd be studying for a law exam, then she'd having a board meeting for Skims, and then she'd be, you know, walking on set." Close also explained that she was "very impressed" by Kardashian as a person. She said: "I mean, I really love her. I think she has a public image, right? I don't spend a lot of time on Instagram, but her as a person, as a woman, I was very impressed."
