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Hype Malaysia
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hype Malaysia
M&M'S® x ILLIT's Sweet Collaboration Sparks 'It's More Fun Together' Moments Across Asia!
Things just got a whole lot sweeter! Global chocolate brand M&M'S® has officially announced rising K-pop sensation ILLIT (아일릿) as its Asia ambassadors — fondly introduced as 'Friends of M&M'S®'. This marks the first time a K-pop group has partnered with the iconic colourful bite-sized chocolate brand. The collaboration launches a major regional campaign under the brand's refreshed tagline, 'It's More Fun Together'. If 'Magnetic' has been living rent-free in your playlist since 2024, you're not alone. ILLIT's debut single went viral, hit the Billboard Hot 100, and instantly captivated Gen Zs with its famed dance choreography. Fast forward to 2025, they've dropped their third mini album bomb—bringing back joyful beats, fresh looks, and energy levels that match a handful of M&M'S. Catherine Yap, Mars Wrigley Asia, Chocolate Marketing Director shared, 'ILLIT's vibrant music, captivating performances, and their ability to spread positivity mirror M&M'S mission of bringing people together through the power of fun. Each member brings a unique personality that syncs with the colorful cast of M&M'S Spokescandies – Red, Yellow, Green, Blue, Orange, Brown, and Purple – perfectly aligning with our brand message.' ILLIT expressed their excitement, 'We've loved M&M'S since we were kids and they've been part of our growing up, so we're thrilled to be joining them as ambassadors now as ILLIT. We look forward to having lots of 'fun together' through exciting collaborations in the upcoming campaign — M&M'S & ILLIT, FRIENDS FOREVER!' At the heart of this newly formed friendship is the 'M Dance Challenge', inspired by ILLIT's chart-topping debut track 'Magnetic'. Featuring a bespoke, fun, and catchy choreography curated to the song, the challenge invites fans to participate through music and movement. Keep your eyes peeled for tons of bite-sized content packed with sweet moments between ILLIT and our lovable M&M'S Spokescandies—because when chocolate and K-pop collide, it's an undeniable burst of fun. The M&M'S x ILLIT campaign will officially roll out from July 2025, across South Korea, Malaysia, Philippines, Thailand, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Singapore. Check out the official collaboration teaser and ILLIT's 'Jellyous' dance challenge with the M&M'S mascots:


Indianapolis Star
30-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Indianapolis Star
Here's when Kings Island will host their Star Spangled Nights fireworks shows for Fourth of July
Fireworks shows will be happening across the country for the Fourth of July, including at theme parks. Ohio's Kings Island will host Star Spangled Nights to celebrate. "The night's sky will be painted with bright and colorful lights while explosive sounds erupt in combination with patriotic music, creating an unforgettable show for all ages," Kings Island's website says. Here's what to know about Star Spangled Nights presented by M&M'S at Kings Island. Kings Island will have their Star Spangled Nights on Friday, July 4, and Saturday, July 5. Fireworks are planned to begin at 10 p.m. both nights. It is important to note that all entertainment during Star-Spangled Nights is weather permitting and subject to change and select rides may be scheduled to close early to prepare for the fireworks. Kings Island will have fireworks on both July 4 and July 5. The fireworks start at 10 p.m., according to the website. Kings Island is located in Mason, Ohio, about 130 miles away from Indianapolis or about a two-hour (sometimes longer, depending on traffic) drive.
Yahoo
12-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Mars Goes Mesozoic: M&M'S® Releases Limited-Edition, Jurassic World Rebirth Packs
Fans can embark on a tasty adventure with collectable M&M'S packs and more this summer. Universal Pictures and Amblin Entertainment's Jurassic World Rebirth arrives in theaters on July 2, 2025 NEWARK, N.J., June 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- M&M'S®, proudly part of Mars, is hatching a partnership with Universal Pictures and Amblin Entertainment's Jurassic World Rebirth (in theaters July 2) to give fans access to limited-edition M&M'S packs, M&M'S Fun Club fan perks, action-packed exclusive content and more, because when it comes to taking a bite out of the big screen, it's more fun together. "At Mars, we're always looking for new, exciting ways to connect with our fans, and the partnership between M&M'S and Jurassic World Rebirth delivers just that," says Martin Terwilliger, Marketing Vice President, Mars Wrigley North America. "By bringing together our iconic candy brand with an iconic franchise like Jurassic World, we're creating a colorfully fun experience for moviegoers and candy lovers alike." "Something is coming," including: Limited Edition Collectible Packs: M&M'S is releasing three limited-edition M&M'S Mega Peanut Butter packs with imagery inspired by the action-packed new film. These specialty packs are available for a limited time only at and select retailers nationwide. Sweet (& Fun) Perks: M&M'S and Jurassic World Rebirth teaming up means even more adventure (and FUN) for M&M'S Fun Club members! M&M'S Fun Club members will have the opportunity to complete challenges to learn more about our epic partnership, like snapping a photo of the 3 packs to earn points, which can be redeemed for exclusive prizes. And if you're not already a M&M'S Fun Club member, it's never too late to get in on the action! It's easy to join — simply sign up at and start earning points for exclusive rewards and offerings. Custom Content & Colorful Cameos: Fans can check out new content starring everyone's favorite spokescandies as they stir up 'dino-myte' fun. Jurassic World Rebirth hits theaters July 4th weekend, so "run!" to grab your friends and your M&M'S to join in on the fun. For more details on M&M'S partnership with Jurassic World Rebirth, visit and follow M&M'S on Facebook, X, TikTok and Instagram. To join the M&M'S official rewards program, head over to the M&M'S Fun Club on any device and sign up to join. Once you're in, earning points is a piece of candy! M&M'S Fun Club members can earn points by scanning receipts, inviting other M&M'S fans to join, and more! Fans can rack up points to earn sweepstakes entries automatically and redeem them for awesome rewards. See you at the movies! ABOUT MARS, INCORPORATEDMars, Incorporated is driven by the belief that the world we want tomorrow starts with how we do business today. As a $50bn+, family-owned business with more than 150,000 Associates, our diverse portfolio of leading pet care products and veterinary services serve pets all around the world and our quality snacking and food products delights millions of people every day. We produce some of the world's best-loved brands including ROYAL CANIN®, PEDIGREE®, WHISKAS®, CESAR®, DOVE®, EXTRA®, M&M'S®, SNICKERS® and BEN'S ORIGINAL™. Our international networks of pet hospitals, including BANFIELD™, BLUEPEARL™, VCA™ and ANICURA™ deliver high quality veterinary care and ANTECH® offers breakthrough capabilities in pet diagnostics. For more information about Mars, please visit Join us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube. About Universal Pictures' Jurassic World RebirthA new era is born. This summer, three years after the Jurassic World trilogy concluded with each film surpassing $1 billion at the global box office, the enduring Jurassic series evolves in an ingenious new direction with Jurassic World Rebirth. Anchored by iconic action superstar Scarlett Johansson, Emmy and SAG nominee Jonathan Bailey and two-time Oscar® winner Mahershala Ali, this action-packed new chapter sees an extraction team race to the most dangerous place on Earth, an island research facility for the original Jurassic Park, inhabited by the worst of the worst that were left behind. Also starring acclaimed international stars Rupert Friend and Manuel Garcia-Rulfo, the film is directed by dynamic visualist Gareth Edwards (Rogue One: A Star Wars Story) from a script by original Jurassic Park screenwriter David Koepp. Five years after the events of Jurassic World Dominion, the planet's ecology has proven largely inhospitable to dinosaurs. Those remaining exist in isolated equatorial environments with climates resembling the one in which they once thrived. The three most colossal creatures across land, sea and air within that tropical biosphere hold, in their DNA, the key to a drug that will bring miraculous life-saving benefits to humankind. Academy Award® nominee Johansson plays skilled covert operations expert Zora Bennett, contracted to lead a skilled team on a top-secret mission to secure the genetic material. When Zora's operation intersects with a civilian family whose boating expedition was capsized by marauding aquatic dinos, they all find themselves stranded on a forbidden island that had once housed an undisclosed research facility for Jurassic Park. There, in a terrain populated by dinosaurs of vastly different species, they come face-to-face with a sinister, shocking discovery that has been hidden from the world for decades. Ali is Duncan Kincaid, Zora's most trusted team member; Critics Choice and Olivier Award winner Jonathan Bailey (Wicked, Bridgerton) plays paleontologist Dr. Henry Loomis; Emmy nominee Rupert Friend (Homeland, Obi-Wan Kenobi) appears as Big Pharma representative Martin Krebs and Manuel Garcia-Rulfo (The Lincoln Lawyer, Murder on the Orient Express) plays Reuben Delgado, the father of the shipwrecked civilian family. The cast includes Luna Blaise (Manifest), David Iacono (The Summer I Turned Pretty) and Audrina Miranda (Lopez vs. Lopez) as Reuben's family. The film also features, as members of Zora and Krebs' crews, Philippine Velge (Station Eleven), Bechir Sylvain (BMF) and Ed Skrein (Deadpool). An Amblin Entertainment production, Jurassic World Rebirth is directed by BAFTA winner Edwards from a script by Koepp (War of the Worlds), based on characters created by Michael Crichton. The film is produced by Oscar® nominee Frank Marshall and Patrick Crowley, both longtime Jurassic franchise producers and of last summer's blockbuster, Twisters. The film is executive produced by Steven Spielberg and Denis Stewart. About Universal PicturesUniversal Pictures is a division of Universal Studios ( Universal Studios is part of NBCUniversal. NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies in the development, production and marketing of entertainment, news and information to a global audience. NBCUniversal owns and operates a valuable portfolio of news and entertainment networks, a premier motion picture company, significant television production operations, a leading television stations group and world-renowned theme parks. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. 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Yahoo
04-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Benny Blanco Found Love and Wants the Same for You: 'Don't Settle"
Benny Blanco is so ready to be a wife guy. So much so that when I approach his Beverly Hills abode—a Tuscan-style home where he's lived the past six years solo, cushioned by hedges and hot pink bougainvillea flowers—the award-winning songwriter-producer greets me after his workout wearing floral gym shorts, plus a tie-dye T-shirt bearing a portrait of himself and his pop star fiancée, Selena Gomez, printed across the chest. 'It was a gift from my friend Patrick,' says Blanco, 37. 'I don't know what's wrong with me.'Our interview takes place inside his personal movie theater, where the couch and walls are equally swathed in plush red velvet upholstery. A nearby candy bar is stocked with M&M'S, Skittles, and a myriad of other sweet treats. Yet Blanco will soon frequent his meticulously curated home much less; just after announcing their engagement in December 2024, he and Gomez purchased a Spanish-style estate in the Hills, where he'll have an abundance of space to work his magic in—'magic' as in interior decorating.'I love making a house my own,' he says. 'I'm not in there with the staple gun, but I'm in there with tchotchkes and a lot of creativity and heart. I hate it when you go into a person's house and you're like, 'Ooh, it feels like nobody lives here!' I don't want to be scared to sit down on shit.' In March, Blanco and Gomez released their joint album, I Said I Love You First, a collection of saccharine pop vignettes devised in a guest room in Blanco's home and primarily sung by Gomez in her signature sad-girl dulcet tones. The couple got additional help from such friends as Charli XCX in the brattified hyper-pop track 'Bluest Flame,' Gracie Abrams in the pop-punk fizz of 'Call Me When You Breakup,' and María Zardoya (of The Marías) in 'Ojos Tristes,' which interpolates a 1981 ballad by the enigmatic Spanish chanteuse, Jeanette. The project came about organically, says Blanco, after many romantic moments spent sharing records. The two have bonded over classics by Aretha Franklin—'One Step Ahead' is the couple's favorite—and Taylor Swift, who happens to be one of Gomez's longtime pals.'In the car, we'll have our little Swiftie moment,' he says. 'She's a true Swiftie, through and through. Then she got me on the train, and now I'm a full Swiftie. I don't listen to a ton of contemporary music anyways, but Selena would play me the deep cuts. And I was like, 'Damn… Taylor's pen is so fire!'I Said I Love You First—and its deluxe edition released on May 2nd, …And You Said It Back—wasn't Blanco's first collaboration with Gomez. The two first melded minds in the studio while making Gomez's 2015 album, Revival, which yielded two of her biggest hits to date: 'Same Old Love' and 'Kill Em With Kindness.' 'I met Selena when she was 16,' Blanco says, explaining her mom connected them professionally as she prepared to sign a record deal. 'We didn't work together until many years later. They say you've probably already met the person that you're gonna spend the rest of your life with… I never believed that shit until it happened to me.''And now I get to kiss her,' he adds. 'It's like my own little fairytale I concocted.' He won't say as much, but his songs with Gomez are just a handful of highlights in Blanco's illustrious career. He founded his boutique labels under Interscope (Mad Love and Friends Keep Secrets) and boasts credits on some of the biggest hits of the past 20 years, including Kesha's 'TiK ToK,' Katy Perry's 'Teenage Dream,' and Maroon 5's 'Moves Like Jagger.' Blanco was just 20 years old when he was signed as a producer to Kasz Money Productions, which is how he ended up working on the first major hit in his repertoire: Britney Spears's 2008 classic, 'Circus.' 'I was like, 'Mom, I'm going in the studio with Britney Spears,'' Blanco recalls. 'She was like, 'No, you're not.' And I was like, 'I swear, I am!' That's how it was. Even when my songs got big, my mom was like, 'Yeah, but what's your backup plan?'' For all his resulting fame and fortune, Blanco coasts through our conversation with an unpretentious, down-to-earth cool. He was born Benjamin Joseph Levin in Grand Prairie, Texas—the exact same birthplace as his betrothed—and was raised between Virginia and Maryland. He first developed an affinity for pop when he was 5 years old, citing his mother's copy of the 1992 Prince album, Love Symbol, which Blanco remembers as 'his 'Sexy M.F.' era.' 'We used to have one of those portable CD players that you had to plug into the wall, so I would drag that around everywhere and just get naked and dance,' Blanco recalls. 'My first two [records] I ever bought were [singles]: Nas, 'The World Is Yours,' and All-4-One's 'I Swear.' That's what started it all.' Blanco attended public school in Virginia, where he made friends of various nationalities and walks of life—and he studied their music, too. Under the influence of DMV-area legends like Timbaland, Missy Elliott, and Pharrell Williams, Blanco experimented on beats with his buddies using the Korg Triton, the holy grail of the Virginia sound, and aughts-era production software like Fruity Loops and Sound Forge. Thanks to the burgeoning club music scene in neighboring Baltimore and the bloghaus sound bubbling up in New York City, Blanco began building his own effervescent and quirky approach to pop by collaborating with rapper Spank Rock, as well as the late turntablist Disco D. College wasn't on the agenda for Blanco, who skipped class in high school to play at dance parties in Brooklyn. But he didn't even possess a laptop, a turntable, or a hard drive—just a cumbersome iMac G5 monitor he drove up from Virginia and lugged sheepishly from club to club. After his shows, Blanco and his friends 'would sleep in the train station, a park, or even the McDonald's in Times Square.' As for his parents, he adds, 'They didn't really know. Are you kidding me? My mom would have lost her mind if she knew I was sleeping on a park bench!' Blanco considers his mother to be his biggest role model. In the wake of her divorce from Blanco's father, she equipped her son with ample relationship advice. 'My mom always took the time to explain how a female mind works because she was going through so many dating traumas when I was growing up,' he explains, crediting her love for painting and music as a source of his own creativity, joy, and tenderness. 'I've had some tough times, but I've always been like a very happy person. I just wake up stoked every day.' His resulting emotional intelligence became evident during a recent appearance on celebrity life coach Jay Shetty's 'On Purpose' podcast. Blanco left audiences positively floored by the ease with which he took responsibility for his role in maintaining relational harmony: 'I think people's biggest problem, especially men, is we don't listen all the time... A woman will tell you exactly what she needs.' 'I'm 37 years old,' says Blanco. 'I hope I know how to treat a woman by now! Like, you should always ask a woman what they wanna do. Don't always talk about yourself. Then you put it into practice… and you fuck up so much, oh my God. You know how many frogs I had to kiss to get to Selena?'I can't help but wrinkle my nose at the comparison. 'They were beautiful frogs!' Blanco assures me, 'And like, guys are so bad... I know so many awesome women who are single. And it's like, how are they single? They're 10 out of 10! But there are so many fuckboys. Don't settle, ladies. Not for some dude that uses more hair gel than you do.' It begs my next question: Did you have any men in your life who helped you develop emotional competency? To that, he smiles and shakes his head. 'Nah,' he says. 'But some things [I] learn from friends of mine. I see them do something stupid, and I'm like, 'Oh my God, I'll never do that in a relationship.' Then sometimes you see your friend do something rad, and you're like, 'Ooh, I'm taking that little idea.' You stop learning when you stop listening.' There are no guarantees of a Benny and Selena On the Run world tour as of yet. Besides planning their upcoming wedding, Gomez has been in New York shooting the fifth season of Only Murders in the Building, the Emmy-winning mystery comedy series with Martin Short and Steve Martin. In the meantime, Blanco dreams of starting a family with Gomez someday. 'I love kids; I love being an uncle,' he intimates. 'I want to be a dad, though, God willing. I'm just dreaming and praying every day.' And he hopes their latest record, with all the love and goodwill baked into it, will resonate with young men and women looking for their other halves—musical and otherwise. 'These are the years of strong women, and to me, it's so important that powerful women are being heard and loved and respected,' Blanco says. 'I can't wait to see what it does for this next generation of music. And for women in general, not having to take shit from dumb men… And not having to sing as much about suffering, I guess!'Photographer Leeor WildStylist Chloe BadawyGrooming Giuliana BartolettiSet Stylist Amy Jo DiazSpecial Thanks PolaroidRead the original article on InStyle


Malaysian Reserve
08-05-2025
- Business
- Malaysian Reserve
Mars Brings Top Tier Innovations to Sweets & Snacks Expo
Mars showcases how evolving treating behaviors and stretched seasons are shaping the future of snacking NEWARK, N.J., May 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Mars, the maker of some of the world's most beloved treats and snacks, will return to the 2025 Sweets & Snacks Expo in Indianapolis on May 13-15. Onsite, Mars will highlight and sample its latest innovations that are backed by evolving treating trends and discuss how seasonal occasions are positively impacting the category and retailers alike. 'Treating plays an important role in life's moments, big and small,' said Tim LeBel, President of Sales at Mars Wrigley North America. 'As a consumer-obsessed company committed to shaping the future of snacking, Mars is constantly innovating ways for our brands to deliver exciting experiences with our products. Through new and nostalgic flavors, festive shapes and playful textures, we help drive the category and empower retailers to deliver moments of everyday happiness for consumers.' Insights-Backed Innovations from Iconic Brands Across the Mars portfolio, there are several new offerings that deliver on evolving consumer preferences, from heightened demand for better-for-you options, to Gen Z's affinity for adventurous textures and formats, and chocolate's continued reign around seasonal moments. At booth #5202, Mars will showcase a range of its latest innovations including: STARBURST® GOODIES: These new STARBURST® gummies are plant based with 4g of sugar per serving, and are an excellent source of fiber —no wonder why they're called GOODIES. Made with real fruit juice, STARBURST GOODIES are the sweet treat you've been waiting for. M&M'S® Peanut Butter & Jelly: The latest star of the M&M'S® Peanut Butter portfolio features berry flavored bite-sized chocolate treats with a deliciously smooth peanut butter center that will transport fans to the delicious experience of a PB&J sandwich. SKITTLES® POP'D Original & Sour: These new SKITTLES® innovations taps into the freeze-dried candy craze, featuring an unexpectedly crunchy, crispy way to enjoy the fruity SKITTLES Original and new Sour flavors. SNICKERS® Pecan: A delicious twist on the candy bar you love, featuring the perfect blend of caramel, nougat and milk chocolate, now complemented by the savory-sweetness of pecans. SNICKERS® Shapes: SNICKERS Shapes feature the same satisfying roasted peanuts, creamy caramel, smooth nougat and milk chocolate iconic to SNICKERS, but in festive seasonal shapes to maximize holiday joy from Easter to the holidays and every festive moment in between. Leaning into Stretched Seasons Consumers are using festive treats and the traditions around them as a way to extend the joy of seasons. This includes microseasons and new moments for celebration, such as Summerween and Augtober—early Halloween festivities that emerged across social media last year. Seasonal moments are a key driver in how and when consumers plan, shop and treat themselves. With celebrations starting earlier and lasting longer, there is even more opportunity to engage shoppers and grow baskets. To learn more and hear firsthand insight, join Tim LeBel on Tuesday, May 13 at 2 pm on the Gold Stage (booth #4359), in a can't-miss panel discussion around how leading companies are capitalizing on extended seasons to meet demand across the shopper journey and drive incremental growth. For more information on the latest news from Mars, visit or follow us on LinkedIn. If you're planning to be at the Sweets & Snacks Expo, stop by booth #5202. ABOUT MARS, INCORPORATED Mars, Incorporated is driven by the belief that the world we want tomorrow starts with how we do business today. As a $50bn+ family-owned business, our diverse and expanding portfolio of leading pet care products and veterinary services support pets all around the world and our quality snacking and food products delight millions of people every day. We produce some of the world's best-loved brands including ROYAL CANIN®, PEDIGREE®, WHISKAS®, CESAR®, DOVE®, EXTRA®, M&M's®, SNICKERS® and BEN'S ORIGINAL™. Our international networks of pet hospitals, including BANFIELD™, BLUEPEARL™, VCA™ and ANICURA™ span preventive, general, specialty, and emergency veterinary care, and our global veterinary diagnostics business ANTECH® offers breakthrough capabilities in pet diagnostics. The Mars Five Principles—Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency and Freedom—inspire our 150,000 Associates to act every day to help create a better world for people, pets and the planet. For more information about Mars, please visit Join us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube. MEDIA CONTACTJoelle