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BTS’ Jimin is now the proud owner of a six-stringed slice of pop-culture history — Ken’s guitar from the Barbie movie.
Ryan Gosling, who stars as Ken in the Margot Robbie-led hit, had reached out to the K-pop star with the “humble offering” of the instrument, an admission that Jimin had captured the Western Ken look first, and did it “best.”
The Hollywood star has delivered on his promise.
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Jimin is now in receipt of the customized guitar, which is emblazoned with Ken’s name and a horse image, and got a workout in the film as Gosling performed a cover of Matchbox Twenty’s “Push”.
In “Hi Ryan and hi Ken, it’s Jimin. Congrats on your big release,” Jimin comments in a new message, from one Ken to another. “My fans are excited to see your video, so thank you so much. I could see that you look great in my outfit. Thank you for this guitar. I really love it and I look forward to watching Barbie. Go, Barbie!”
The video is accompanied with the caption, “Thanks for having my outfit in #BarbieTheMovie! You rocked it, Ken.”
Earlier, in a video message shared prior to the SAG-AFTRA strike, Gosling explained, “I notice that your ‘Permission to Dance’ outfit is the same as my Ken outfit in the upcoming movie Barbie. I have to give it to you — you wore it first. You definitely wore it best and there’s an unspoken Ken code that if you bite another Ken’s style, you have to give them your most prized possession.” He added, “I hope you’ll accept Ken’s guitar as my humble offering. Besides, Ken doesn’t really play anyway, so…it’ll be much better in your hands.”
Barbie has been a global hit, clocking one of the biggest openings since the pandemic and scoring the top opening of the year to date. According to The Hollywood Reporter, the film took $162 million at the North American box office over July 21-23, smashing the opening-weekend record for a female director.
Speaking with the The New York Times, the director admitted she was “at a loss for words” after seeing the film’s success. “It’s been amazing to walk around and see people in pink,” she added. “Never in my wildest dreams did I imagine something like this.”
Jimin has more than enough star power of his own. In April, he led the Billboard Artist 100 chart, thanks to the release of his new solo album, FACE (via BigHit Music/Geffen/Interscope Records), and its breakout track, “Like Crazy.”
That single blasted to No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100, becoming Jimin’s first solo No. 1 outside BTS, which has scored six chart leaders.
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Welcome to Billboard News. I’m Tetris Kelly and it’s Tuesday, July 25th. I hate to do it, but we have to start the show off with some sad news. Our March cover stars Rosalía and Rauw have reportedly called off their engagement.Rauw Alejandro: “Between collaborations, the difference is you’re collaborating with the love of your life. Well, I’m collaborating with the love of my life.”Rosalía: “Me too.”
They were one of music’s it couples but now they’ve reportedly called it quits.
Rosalía and Rauw Alejandro announced their engagement via their music video for ‘Beso’ back in March but the Latin power couple have decided to end the three-year relationship, according to People.Rauw Alejandro: “Rosi came down and I saw her, I got even more nervous.”Leila Cobo: “It was love at first sight for you?” Rauw Alejandro: “Yeah, 100%. Without a doubt.”Rosalía: “Really?” Rauw Alejandro: “Not at first sight — from the photo I was already in love with you.” Rosalía: “Me too, since I heard your name.”
We sat down with the ‘RR’ singers earlier this year to talk about their love, working together and how they inspire each other. But People‘s sources say despite the love and respect the singers have for one another, they have both agreed to end their engagement.
As for what’s next for these two, Rosalía just wrapped up her Motomami Tour, while Rauw will continue his Saturno Tour through November. Billboard has reached out to both Rosalía and Rauw but have yet to hear back. Neither has addressed the breakup publicly at this time, but we wish them both the best.Watch the full video above.
Warning: This post contains spoilers to Barbie, specifically in regards to its hilarious scene featuring Ryan Gosling’s Ken covering “Push” by Matchbox Twenty. Which, by the way, Rob Thomas thinks is hilarious.
In a recent interview, the singer recalled just how his band’s 1997 hit not only became part of the film, but turned into one of Barbie‘s biggest musical moments — toward the storyline’s climax, Ken sits down Margot Robbie’s Barbie in front of a campfire and attempts to impress her with his guitar-playing skills, singing “Push” for several hours straight. This all comes after Gosling’s character, feeling scorned by Barbie’s disinterest in him, has convinced the other Kens to embrace ideals of patriarchy and toxic masculinity — such as cornering women and expecting them to applaud the men’s mediocre acoustic performances of ’90s cool guy music and reward them with romantic or sexual favors, for instance.
“I want to preface this by saying that I thought it was hilarious,” Thomas told USA Today in a Sunday (July 23) interview. “But in Bring It On, [Kirsten Dunst’s character] has this douchey boyfriend. And there’s a scene where he was in his dorm room with a Matchbox Twenty poster in the background. There was a whole period during the ‘90s where the more successful we got, the bigger target we were. We were an easy takedown.”
“When I got the call for Barbie, they told me, ‘Ken’s by the fireside, he’s playing the song and it’s his favorite band.’ So I did this thinking I’d be the butt of the joke, and I was fine with that. I’m pretty thick-skinned. But Julie Greenwald [from Atlantic Records] came to the Hollywood Bowl a month or two ago. She had just seen the movie and was like, ‘You come out of it loving Ken and loving ‘Push.’’ And I was like, ‘Aww. All right, really good!’”
The film’s treatment of “Push” — which topped the Alternative Airplay chart in July 1997 — felt even better considering that Barbie director Greta Gerwig has been, as Thomas put it, “one of my crushes forever.” “The fact that it didn’t diminish my crush of Greta, that’s even better,” Thomas told the paper.
Gerwig herself also spoke about her decision to spotlight Matchbox Twenty’s music, revealing she’s been a fan of “Push” since childhood. “Growing up, I loved that song,” she said. “I was like, ‘This is my rock n’ roll, Dad. Enjoy The Who, but these are my guys.’ And it wasn’t until college that I actually thought, ‘What is that song about?’”
The Barbie soundtrack also showcases dozens of other songs, many of which are originals lended by Billie Eilish, Lizzo, Dua Lipa, Ice Spice, Nicki Minaj and more. Plus, the Indigo Girls’ “Closer to Fine” is featured as Barbie’s favorite car-ride tune.
Another dude-rock band championed by the Kens during their takeover is Pavement, with one Ken man-splaining the group’s influence and ties to the Velvet Underground to a disinterested Barbie. Pavement reacted to the namedrop on Instagram Stories, writing that “as a rule we are pro-Greta” and joking, “Not a sponsored post but CAN BE @barbiethemovie just DM us for Venmo.”
Billboard takes you inside the ‘Barbie’ listening party and tells you all about the star-studded soundtrack! Get tickets to the ‘Barbie’ Movie http://blbrd.cm/a8NomoD Tetris KellyFrom a record-breaking box office weekend to a bombastic soundtrack that’s got everybody ready to dance and celebrate. Come on, Barbie, Let’s go party. I’m Tetris Kelly with Billboard News here […]
“Barbenheimer” didn’t just work — it spun box office gold. The social media-fueled fusion of Greta Gerwig’s Barbie and Christopher Nolan’s Oppenheimer brought moviegoers back to the theaters in record numbers this weekend, vastly outperforming projections and giving a glimmer of hope to the lagging exhibition business, amid the sobering backdrop of strikes.
Warner Bros.’ Barbie claimed the top spot with a massive $155 million in ticket sales from North American theaters from 4,243 locations, surpassing The Super Mario Bros. Movie (as well as every Marvel movie this year) as the biggest opening of the year and breaking the first weekend record for a film directed by a woman. Universal’s Oppenheimer also soared past expectations, taking in $80.5 million from 3,610 theaters in the U.S. and Canada, marking Nolan’s biggest non-Batman debut and one of the best-ever starts for an R-rated biographical drama.
It’s also the first time that one movie opened to more than $100 million and another movie opened to more than $80 million in the same weekend. When all is settled, it will likely turn out to be the fourth biggest box office weekend of all time with over $300 million industrywide. And all this in a marketplace that increasingly curved towards intellectual property-driven winner takes all.
The “Barbenheimer” phenomenon may have started out as good-natured competition between two aesthetic opposites, but, as many hoped, both movies benefitted in the end. Internationally, Barbie earned $182 million from 69 territories, fueling a $337 million global weekend. Oppenheimer did $93.7 million from 78 territories, ranking above Barbie in India, for a $174.2 million global total.
The only real casualty was Mission: Impossible: Dead Reckoning Part I, which despite strong reviews and a healthy opening weekend fell 64% in weekend two. Overshadowed by the “Barbenheimer” glow as well as the blow of losing its IMAX screens to Oppenheimer, the Tom Cruise vehicle added $19.5 million, bringing its domestic total to $118.8 million.
“Barbenheimer” is not merely counterprogramming either. But while a certain section of enthusiastic moviegoers overlapped, in aggregate the audiences were distinct.
Women drove the historic Barbie opening, making up 65% of the audience, according to PostTrak, and 40% of ticket buyers were under the age of 25 for the PG-13 rated movie.
“It’s just a joyous time in the world. This is history in so many ways,” said Jeff Goldstein, Warner Bros.’ president of domestic distribution. “I think this marketing campaign is one for the ages that people will be talking about forever.”
Oppenheimer audiences meanwhile were 62% male and 63% over the age of 25, with a somewhat surprising 32% that were between the ages of 18 and 24.
Both Barbie and Oppenheimer scored well with critics with 90% and 94% on Rotten Tomatoes, respectively, and audiences who gave both films an A CinemaScore. And social media has been awash with reactions and “takes” all weekend — good, bad, problematic and everywhere in between — the kind of organic, event cinema, watercooler debate that no marketing budget can buy.
“The ‘Barbenheimer’ thing was a real boost for both movies,” Goldstein said. “It is a crowning achievement for all of us.”
Oppenheimer had the vast majority (80%) of premium large format screens at its disposal. Some 25 theaters in North America boasted IMAX 70mm screenings (Nolan’s preferred format ), most of which were completely sold out all weekend — accounting for 2% of the total gross. Theaters even scrambled to add more to accommodate the demand including 1 a.m. and 6 a.m. screenings, which also sold out.
“Nolan’s films are truly cinematic events,” said Jim Orr, Universal’s president of domestic distribution.
IMAX showings alone made up 26% of the domestic gross (or $21.1 million) from only 411 screens and 20% of the global gross, and Oppenheimer will have at least a three-week run on those high-demand screens.
“This is a phenomenon beyond compare,” said Rich Gelfond, the CEO of IMAX, in a statement. “Around the world, we’ve seen sellouts at 4:00 a.m. shows and people travelling hours across borders to see Oppenheimer in IMAX 70mm.”
This is the comeback weekend Hollywood has been dreaming of since the pandemic. There have been big openings and successes — Spider-Man: No Way Home, Top Gun: Maverick, Avatar: The Way of Water among them, but the fact that two movies are succeeding at the same time is notable.
“It was a truly historic weekend and continues the positive box office momentum of 2023,” said Michael O’Leary, President & CEO of the National Association of Theatre Owners. “People recognized that something special was happening and they wanted to be a part of it.”
And yet in the background looms disaster as Hollywood studios continue to squabble with striking actors and writers over a fair contract.
Barbie and Oppenheimer were the last films on the 2023 calendar to get a massive, global press tour. Both went right up to the 11th hour, squeezing in every last moment with their movie stars. Oppenheimer even pushed up its London premiere by an hour, knowing that Emily Blunt, Matt Damon and Cillian Murphy would have to leave to symbolically join the picket lines by the time the movie began.
Without movie stars to promote their films, studios have started pushing some falls releases, including the high-profile Zendaya tennis drama Challengers.
But for now, it’s simply a positive story that could even continue for weeks to come.
“There could be a sequel next weekend,” said Paul Dergarabedian, the senior media analyst for Comscore. “The FOMO factor will rachet up because of this monumental box office event centered around the movie theater experience.”
Estimated ticket sales for Friday through Sunday at U.S. and Canadian theaters, according to Comscore. Final domestic figures will be released Monday.
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The Hip-Hop world might be crushing something big on Ice Spice at the moment, but it looks like Issa Rae might be good on the Bronx rapper and what she brings to the table.
During an interview for Vanity Fair in which Rae quizzed her Barbie co-stars about how well they know her, she asked the likes of Margot Robbie, Kate McKinnon and America Ferrera “Who would sing/rap the theme song to my life?” After her co-stars emphasized that it would “obviously” be herself, Rae admitted that she can’t actually rap. Continuing to guess who the artist would be, America Ferrera threw out Ice Spice. Taking in a deep breath and seemingly annoyed with the choice of artist, Rae simply said, “America, no.”
Truth be told, we don’t think Ice Spice’s style nor lyrical content is up to par with what Issa Rae represents and embodies as a self-made woman. Just sayin’. She did point out that she wouldn’t mind artists like Cardi B, Nicki Minaj or Megan Thee Stallion doing the honors, but Ice doesn’t seem to be resonating with the Insecure star.
TikTokers were quick to comment on the reaction from Rae and professed their support for artists like Megan Thee Stallion (makes sense) with many repeating “America, no!” Seriously, America, no.
Whether or not Ice Spice reacts to Issa Rae’s reaction remains to be seen, but we can’t be mad at anyone for having their specific choices in artist they feel represents them the best. That’s just part of the game.
Check out Issa Rae’s Q&A with her Barbie co-stars below and let us know your thoughts on the video in the comments section.
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It’s officially time to immerse yourself in Barbie World! Greta Gerwig’s long-awaited Barbie film has finally hit theaters on Friday (July 21), and along with the movie release came the official soundtrack. Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news Executive produced by Academy Award-winning songwriter and producer Mark […]
In the newly released video for Billie Eilish’s offering to the Barbie film soundtrack, the introspective “What Was I Made For,” the 21-year-old star is seen dressed as a vintage Barbie as she looks through a toy-sized closet filled with miniature versions of outfits she has worn throughout her career. Explore Explore See latest videos, […]
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Funko is making a strong case for one of the cutest Barbie movie collaborations that fans need to get their hands on. The adorable collection includes Gold Disco Barbie, President Barbie and Western Barbie and Ken as miniature Funko Pop! figurines which retail for $12.99 each.
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The Pops are decked out in some of the eye-catching fashions from the film such as the sequin bodysuit and gold headpiece that Margo Robbie’s Barbie character wears on the dance floor, and the hot pink vest, bell bottoms and white cowboy hat (you might remember seeing both outfits in the Barbie movie main trailer).
Not to be outdone in the fashion department, Western Ken is ready to saddle up in a black, fringe shirt with matching pants and a white cowboy hat just like the movie character, played by Ryan Gosling.
President Barbie goes glam in a perfect replica of the blush pink gown and gold sash that Issa Rae (a.k.a. President Barbie) wears in the film. All four Funkos measure around 4-5 inches tall.
The Funko Pop! collectibles are available for pre-order at Amazon and Entertainment Earth. They won’t officially drop until Aug. 13, but it’s always a good idea to get your order in early — before they go out of stock.
Looking for more Barbie collabs to shop? You might want to add Barbie movie Crocs to your collection and be sure to check out our roundups on how to get tickets to the World of Barbie immersive experience, and what to wear to see the one of the most anticipated films of the year. Mark your calendars, Barbie: The Movie hits theaters this Friday (July 21).
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It’s finally time to say “Hi, Barbie” as the highly-anticipated Barbie movie officially hits theaters Friday (July 21). The iconic doll and her friends have not only taken over our social media feeds, but our fashion too. Barbiecore has officially become the hottest trend of the summer with Barbie merch and Ken-inspired outfits being the it aesthetic to sport.
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If you’ve already gotten your tickets, the next step is to plan your outfit to debut when you go and see the movie. If you haven’t gotten tickets yet, click here to snag a pair before you start planning your movie-going look.
The best Barbiecore outfit is based on your own personal preferences, but with a mix of Barbie collaborations to shop from, you can channel your inner Ken or Barbie. Brands including Fossil, Béis and more have partnered with Barbie to debut pink-themed fashion and accessories perfect for sporting to the movies.
To help you find the perfect look, we rounded up a mix of collaborations from Zara to Gap that are still in stock below.
Keep reading to check out the best Barbie movie looks.
Zara
Barbie Mattel Long Jumpsuit
$69.90
While pink is usually your first thought when it comes to Barbie apparel, Zara’s collection features a mix of denim, pink and black picks like this strapless jumpsuit. The top comes with a small “B” emboss in the classic Barbie font while the legs are completed with stirrup cuffs.
Zara
‘Barbie’ Colorblock Jeans (Men’s)
$69.90
For the Ken’s out there, these 100% cotton jeans offer a Western-inspired look similar to Ken’s denim-on-denim outfit from the movie. The design comes with contrasting shades of blue denim and a straight leg fit you can pair with a classic white t-shirt or one of the Barbie-themed shirts found below.
Aldo
Aldo – Barbieslingb Kitten Heel
$120
Add some sparkle to your look with these adorable kitten heels from Aldo. They are a part of the larger Barbie collection and feature a gorgeous crystal heart pattern decorating the upper.
Kendra Scott
Barbie x Kendra Scott – Gold Pearl Charm Convertible Necklace
$98
This versatile necklace is from Kendra Scott’s Barbie collaboration and is designed with three charms that represent Barbie: a high heel, the timeless Barbie head logo and a pearl. You can choose between silver or gold and easily pair it with a summer dress or a casual tank top.
NYX
Barbie x NYX – Jumbo Eye Pencil Kit
$12
Complete your movie outfit with some pink and/or blue jumbo eye pencil‘s from Nyx’s Barbie collection. Whether you’re looking to show off your best Barbie or Ken-inspired look, these eye pencils will have the ability to act as an eyeliner, eye primer or eyeshadow using a vegan and cruelty-free formula.
MeUndies
Modal Shorts
$44
Keep things cozy with a pair of soft shorts from MeUndies featuring an elastic waistband and drawstring closure. The pattern comes with iconic logos from the Barbie movie such as the roller skates and Barbie movie logo.
Cotton On
Barbie Fitted Longline Tee
$29.99
Make it known that you’re a Barbie fan in the white t-shirt from Cotton On’s collaboration. It features a high neckline and fitted style decorated with a pink and blue Barbie applique.
Kipling
Barbie Yasemina Extra Large Waist Pack
$99
Kipling and Barbie’s line is ideal for a pink-themed bag that you can carry all your movie-going essentials in. If you don’t want to lug around a purse, this waist pack can be worn like a fanny pack or across your chest and features two zippable pockets to store snacks, your phone, keys, wallet and more in.
Bloomingdale’s
Blue Sky Inn Button Down Shirt
$325
Bloomingdale’s put together a collection of Barbie-inspired clothing and this beachy blue button-down shirt is perfect for sporting Kenergy. It’s made from a lightweight material that’s breathable to help keep you comfortable and can easily worn to the beach, drinks with friends or just lounging at home.
Alex and Ani
Barbie Silhouette Pave Charm Bangle
$45
Add some glimmer to your wrists with this simple Barbie charm bangle from Alex and Ani. It’s available in silver or gold and is adjustable to fit your preferences.
Unique Vintage
Barbie x Unique Vintage – Pink Barbie Icon Collins Wrap Swing Skirt
$78
Unique Vintage has a full collection of Barbie-inspired clothes, but we resist adding this wrap swing skirt to our list. Not only is it flowy, but the pattern comes with retro-Barbie dolls to bring out your nostalgia while the button closure adds a touch of delicacy to the look.
ASOS
Barbie Oversized Tank Top
$38
Get your Barbie fix with this black casual oversized tank top that comes with a butterfly pattern on the front and a blown up photo of Barbie on the back. Pair it with some black or light wash jeans to complete the look — and don’t forget to accessorize!
Bergdorf Goodman
Prada Gingham Check Scallop-Trim Crop Top
$1,320
Channel Margot Robbie’s red carpet looks with the exact Prada Crop Top she wore to Cinemacon and looks almost identical to the dress her doll sport from the Barbie movie doll collection. The style comes with a pink and white gingham design with a black scalloped pattern across the bust.
You can also shop Robbie’s red carpet look at Prada and Farfetch.
Saks Off Fifth
Prada Gingham Miniskirt
$1,220
Complete your Robbie outfit with the matching skirt that comes with a wraparound design. It’s inspired by Barbie’s opening pink and white checkered dress from the movie and comes with a side closure featuring a snap and button.
You can also shop it at Prada and Bergdorf & Goodman.
Etsy
Directed By/ From Director Greta Gerwig Shirt
$23.20
Inspired by Ryan Gosling’s Cinemacon black carpet look, this unisex cotton t-shirt comes designed with the famous Barbie font, while reading “From director Greta Gerwig.”
For more product recommendations, check out our roundups of Barbie and Croc’s collaboration, Lizzo’s Yitty Barbie-inspired line and the best platform heels.