The Pop Mart toy craze has swept across the Philippines, captivating the hearts of many Filipinos.
Over the past few months, Pop Mart has become a favorite among those who love collecting unique and adorable items.
This Beijing-based toy company is known for its charming and imaginative designer toys, like Dimoo, Molly, Kubo, and Labubu, among many others.
From vibrant figures to captivating characters, these collectibles have found a special place in the homes—and hearts—of some of the country's biggest stars.
Let's take a look at the celebrities who have embraced the Pop Mart phenomenon and their favorite toy characters.
MARIAN RIVERA
Marian Rivera has quickly become a beloved figure in the Pop Mart community, earning the title of the Philippines' "Pop Mart Queen" thanks to her impressive and extensive collection.
Since beginning her collecting journey in June 2024, Marian has amassed an extraordinary array of items, ranging from charming figurines to the exclusive Mega 1000% editions.
Marian's collection has recently been enriched by the addition of the limited edition Skullpanda x Sailor Moon series and the exclusive "Earth" edition of the Mega Space Molly 400% line.
Her Mega Space Molly 400% "Earth" edition is particularly special as it is a "super secret" item, making it a rare and coveted piece among collectors.
These collectibles are in high demand, often fetching three times their original price on the reseller market. The Skullpanda x Sailor Moon series initially retailed for CNY899, approximately PHP7,359.30, upon its release in May 2024, but its value has since tripled.
Similarly, the Mega Space Molly 400% Planet line was priced at AUD320 or PHP12,269.15 on popmart.com per blind box—each purchase a delightful mystery due to its surprise content. The "super secret" items, in particular, command prices thousands of pesos higher when sold by resellers, underscoring their rarity and desirability.
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JED MADELA
Singer Jed Madela has been an avid collector of designer toys, dedicating a room in his home to display his impressive assortment, which includes Pop Mart items.
And this space has turned into his very own toy museum.
On October 13, 2024, he posted a photo of his collection room, captioned: "The collection room needs to be organized again. Wala na naman space."
Some of his most prized pieces is the MEGA α SKULLPANDA 1000% CLOT, which retails for PHP59,000, and the MEGA LABUBU 1000% Sketch, which is priced at PHP51,000.
HEART EVANGELISTA
Heart Evangelista has also caught the Pop Mart fever. During her recent trip to Bangkok, Thailand, Heart splurged on Labubu bag charms.
She shared an unboxing video on her Instagram Reels on October 6, 2024. In the video, she enjoyed opening the blind boxes and even purchased OOTDs for her plush toys.
Heart has also treated herself to Mega Space Molly 1000% figures, as revealed in one of her recent unboxing videos.
Additionally, she acquired a MEGA LABUBU 1000% Sketch and added a Zimomo: Angel in Clouds plush toy to her collection, which retails for PHP11,000.
NADINE SAMONTE
Nadine Samonte has set aside a special area in her home for her expanding toy collection, which features Royal Molly, Dimoo, Labubu items, and more.
Similarly to Jed, Nadine owns a MEGA LABUBU 1000% Sketch, which she recently showcased in an unboxing video on her Instagram account.
She owns a MEGA α SKULLPANDA 1000% Egon Schiele, valued at PHP59,000 on the brand's website.
On October 21, 2024, Nadine posted on Instagram, showcasing the toy with her as they recreated her character Roma, also known as Babaeng Impakta, from GMA-7's 2009 prime time series Darna.
In the caption, Nadine expressed that the toy reminded her of "Impy," her character's evil twin.
Nadine wrote (published as is), "Kung natatandaan nyo ang Darna at naalala nyo si babaeng impakta ayan na, at upgraded na po sya [emojis] swipe left to see the real Babaeng impakta [emojis] one of my memorable roles. [emojis]"
JINKEE PACQUIAO
Jinkee Pacquiao also loves Pop Mart's toy characters.
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On Saturday, October 26, 2024, Jinkee posted a photo on Instagram revealing a floor-length mirror in her home, beautifully adorned with her Labubu bag charms.
Her display also showed pieces from Pop Mart's other popular toy characters such as Cry Baby and Liila Lucky Cat.
Earlier that day, she also posted a photo of their living room filled with The Monsters plush dolls.
Her collection includes the Labubu "Dress Be Latte" plush doll, "Flip With Me" plush doll, the Labubu x Pronounce "Wings of Fantasy" plush doll, as well as the black and pink versions from the "Catch Me If You Like Me" plush doll series, among many others.
VICE GANDA
Vice Ganda's journey into Pop Mart began with Labubu and The Monsters plush toys.
The TV host frequently features her impressive collection, including The Monster's "Have a Seat" and "Exciting Macaron" bag charms, on It's Showtime.
Each bag charm is priced at PHP900, but resellers often retail them for as high as PHP3,000 each.
In an interview with ABS-CBN News, she shared that her stylist, Aaron Mangsay, introduced her to these dolls and that her first sets were gifts from friends.
Now, her collection includes over 50 plush toys.
But beyond their cute appeal, Vice Ganda revealed that these dolls have provided comfort while she grieved the loss of her dog.
She told ABS-CBN News, "May magandang energy na binibigay sa’kin. At saka nung time na ‘yun, kamamatay lang ng aso ko. Kaya nakahanap ako ng bagong GV (good vibes)."
ANNE CURTIS
Anne Curtis's introduction to Pop Mart toys started with Labubu.
During their "Magpasikat" week on It's Showtime, Anne received her very first Labubu bag charm, which was a gift from her makeup artist Anthea Bueno.
Her collection, now has included Spale Molly figures.
On October 30, 2024, Anne took to Instagram Instagram a video of her unboxing her Sanrio x Mega Space Molly 400% toys.
This series presents Pop Mart's Molly as Sanrio's beloved characters including Pompompurin, Cinnamoroll, Kuromi, My Melody, Pochacco, and Hello Kitty.
Ann wrote in the caption of her post: "The little Sanrio girl is in me is literally screaming her [emojis] out! It was instant love the moment I laid my eyes on the Mega Space Molly x Sanrio collection [emojis] Gaaaah!
"Right in time for the @popmart_phl opening on November 2 at the SM MALL OF ASIA! Kuromi girl I am going to hunt you down! [emojis] Thank you @popmartglobal [emojis] #POPMARTPHPOPUP #POPMARTPH"
KATHRYN BERNARDO
Hello, Love, Again actress Kathryn Bernardo recently expressed her love for Pop Mart's trendy The Monsters plush toys.
On October 30, 3034, the actress shared photos on Instagram of herself with her oversized dolls, accompanied by the caption, "Made new fwends today."
She acquired the Zimomo: Angel in Clouds plush doll and the Zimomo: I Found You plush doll, each priced at PHP11,000 on Pop Mart's official website.
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