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Rakyat Post
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Rakyat Post
It's ‘'All Play All Day'' At Pavilion Bukit Jalil With Mattel Until 8 June
Subscribe to our FREE With the school holidays rolling up, Pavilion Bukit Jalil has prepared a fun-filled adventure featuring Barbie, Hot Wheels, Thomas & Friends, and more specially for the family in conjunction with Mattel's 80 th anniversary celebration. Running until 8 June 2025, the centre court is transformed into an immersive playzone featuring exciting challenges, photo spots, and a special ride for a memorable day out for kids and grown-ups alike. In the Barbie Zone, visitors get to experience a 360-degree photo booth to live out their runway dreams and dive into a pink bubble pool next to Barbie's iconic convertible. Meanwhile, families can compete to see who can send their die-cast cars the furthest on the loop tracks at the Hot Wheels Zone. There's also the T-Rex Smasher course which tests speed and precision for a second round of friendly competition. There's also special corners for the younger children as well such as the Thomas & Friends Zone where they can match their favourite engine characters and hop on a real-life Thomas train ride around the mall. The older kids would enjoy the more relaxing games like oversized versions of the Scrabble, UNO, and Pictionary at the Mattel All Games Zone. Adding more to the fun are the weekend challenges such as Hot Wheels Crash Out and Fisher-Price Shape Sorter competitions. Children can also collect stamp-chops in a special activity passport by completing five mission throughout the event and redeem a spin at the gashapon machine for surprise Mattel goodies. Are there anything for the adults? Of course! Shoppers who spend RM60 and above on Mattel products will receive exclusive 80th anniversary merchandise, including limited-edition insulated jars and collectable puffy stickers. Additionally, those who spend RM150 mall wide in a single receipt can redeem a special treat, choosing either a Barbie Surprise Lollipop or a Hot Wheels Blind Box, while stocks last. Mattel's 80 th anniversary celebration & All Play All Day Date: Until 8 June 2025 Time: 10am-10pm Free entry Share your thoughts with us via TRP's . Get more stories like this to your inbox by signing up for our newsletter.
Business Wire
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Business Wire
Mattel Unites Its Iconic Brands for First Time Ever in a Mobile Game With ‘Mattel Match: Toybox Unlocked' in Partnership With Uken Games
EL SEGUNDO, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Mattel, Inc. (Nasdaq: MAT), a leading global toy and family entertainment company and owner of one of the most iconic brand portfolios in the world, today announced that it has partnered with Uken Games, an independent game studio based in Canada, known for building games that captivate millions of players worldwide, to develop Mattel™ Match: Toybox Unlocked, a free-to-play match game that brings together all of Mattel's iconic brands in a brand-new digital experience. Mattel Match: Toybox Unlocked marks the first-ever IP crossover mobile game for Mattel, furthering the company's continuous efforts to delight fans with fun, innovative ways to enjoy their iconic brands. Developed as part of Mattel's 80 th anniversary campaign, the game features Barbie™, Hot Wheels™, Fisher-Price™, UNO™, Thomas & Friends™, Masters of the Universe™, and even more Mattel brands. Players will journey through uniquely themed levels in a puzzle adventure, matching characters, toys and items from across Mattel's portfolio and digging through a jumbled toybox to find trios before time runs out. As users advance, new and familiar items are revealed, unlocking additional layers of Mattel's toy universe, brought to life through vibrant animations. 'For the first time ever, Mattel is uniting its beloved brands in a single mobile game with Mattel Match: Toybox Unlocked, offering fans an exciting, new way to engage with the characters and stories they love,' said Erika Winterholler, Head of Business Development, Digital Gaming at Mattel. 'Our team has really enjoyed working with Uken Games to imagine and create this unique, interconnected world on mobile and can't wait to have it join our growing portfolio of digital entertainment titles.' 'Uken is delighted to partner with Mattel on this iconic mobile match game that seamlessly brings together your favorite Mattel brands with this unique & challenging gameplay style,' said Chris Ye, Co-CEO of Uken Games. 'I cannot wait to see players filling up their digital toy boxes with their favorite Barbie, Hot Wheels, and UNO toys among the many others the game will feature.' As Mattel celebrates its 80 th anniversary this year, the company is honoring its eight decades of inspiring play, creativity, and imagination by continuing to embrace the future of play in the digital age. Mattel is expanding its legacy and bringing its legendary brands to life in new, interactive ways with strategic partnerships and innovative initiatives. Mattel Match: Toybox Unlocked is currently soft launching in the Philippines and Canada, with additional regions rolling out ahead of its official launch later this year. About Mattel Mattel is a leading global toy and family entertainment company and owner of one of the most iconic brand portfolios in the world. We engage consumers and fans through our franchise brands, including Barbie ®, Hot Wheels ®, Fisher-Price ®, American Girl ®, Thomas & Friends™, UNO ®, Masters of the Universe ®, Matchbox ®, Monster High ®, MEGA ® and Polly Pocket ®, as well as other popular properties that we own or license in partnership with global entertainment companies. Our offerings include toys, content, consumer products, digital and live experiences. Our products are sold in collaboration with the world's leading retail and ecommerce companies. Since its founding in 1945, Mattel is proud to be a trusted partner in empowering generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential. Visit us at About Uken Uken Games is an independent game studio based in Canada, known for building games that captivate millions of players worldwide. Our titles include the top-ranking trivia games Who Wants To Be A Millionaire? and Jeopardy! World Tour, as well as the story-rich Ava's Manor Solitaire, which blends fun solitaire levels with immersive storytelling & design. We're a team of designers, technologists, and artists who combine creativity with user feedback to deliver fun and ever-evolving game experiences. Our culture embraces curiosity, collaboration, and innovation, reflected in our rapid game updates and commitment to continual improvement. At Uken, we take entertainment seriously—building games that people love to play for years. Visit us at
NDTV
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Watch: Vlogger Shares Video Of 'Thomas And Friends' Train In Japan, Internet Gets Nostalgic
Raise your hands if you're a fan of Thomas & Friends? Of course, we all are. Most of us have grown up watching the fun animated TV series. To be honest, at some point, we also desired to hop on a fun-filled trip with Thomas. Didn't we? Well, we're happy to announce that you can ride on a Thomas-themed train in Japan. In a clip shared by the Instagram page @debosdiary, we get a glimpse of the locomotive, which is designed to look like the main character from the long-running children's show, Thomas and Friends. The inside of the train is also designed with the theme in mind. Once aboard the train, you can buy exclusive souvenirs from the snack cart and munch on Thomas-themed bento boxes. In the caption, the vlogger mentioned that the Thomas-themed train is operated by the Oigawa Railway in Shizuoka Prefecture. It runs between Shin-Kanaya Station and Kawaneonsen-Sasamado Station, providing a nostalgic journey through picturesque landscapes. The one-way ticket for the locomotive starts at 3,000 yen. The vlogger added that the best times to visit this tourist attraction are spring (March-May) and autumn (September-November), as they offer pleasant weather and vibrant seasonal scenery. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Debo | デボ (@debosdiary) Since being shared, the video has garnered more than 1 million views on Instagram. Several people have shared their thoughts in the comment section. One user wrote, "My dream world when I was a kid. I wish I could have visited here." Another added, "Thomas and Friends raised an entire generation." Someone commented, "Yeah, I missed this last year! It wasn't running during Golden Week. Looks so nice." "Added to the list," read a comment. "New trip to unlock, but at what cost?" remarked a user. A person shared, "Want to experience this once in life."
Business Wire
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Business Wire
All Aboard for 80 Years: Thomas & Friends Marks Milestone with Never-Before-Seen Pilot Episode and Charity Auction
EL SEGUNDO, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Thomas & Friends, the beloved children's franchise that has captured hearts for generations, announced today its kickoff to celebrate the 80 th anniversary and to honor over eight decades of timeless stories about friendship, adventure and teamwork. Since its debut in 1945, the Thomas & Friends show has delighted audiences worldwide and today the brand is unveiling unreleased footage, a new podcast series and offering fans a chance to own historic memorabilia to commemorate the brand's legacy and rich heritage. For the first time ever, Mattel is releasing the original, never-before-seen 1983 pilot episode of the classic model series, Thomas the Tank Engine & Friends, on YouTube. By meticulously piecing together 40-year-old 35mm film trims, the Thomas & Friends content team has taken footage from the first test shoot to rebuild and digitize both the picture and sound to give fans a brand new look at the episode that started it all. Mike O'Donnell, the 1984-2003 series composer, also created a new bespoke music arrangement for this special episode. The episode features the classic model trains and the never-before-heard voiceover by legendary musician, Ringo Starr. Starr was the first of many notable storytellers to join the show, paving the way for future celebrity narrators. 'For 80 years, the Thomas & Friends brand has brought joy to generations, sharing timeless stories and valuable life lessons,' said Roberto Stanichi, executive vice president, Hot Wheels and Global Head of Vehicles & Building Sets at Mattel. 'As we celebrate this momentous year, we're unveiling 40-year-old footage and newly uncovered stories from the vault for the first time ever, offering longtime fans and new audiences the chance to reconnect with the beloved adventures of Thomas & Friends in new and nostalgic ways.' Building on the Thomas & Friends Storytime podcast, the brand is launching new episodes weekly beginning May 12, each centered around key themes from Thomas' 80-year history, such as friendship and teamwork. Each episode will be complemented with a full retelling of a classic Thomas story. Some of the featured guests will be Andrew Brenner, one of the many head writers, Ian McCue, series producer, and members of the Reverend Wilbert Awdry's family, creator of Thomas the Tank Engine, Christopher Awdry, Richard Awdry, Veronica Chambers, Mark Chambers and Claire Chambers– whom have all played pivotal roles in shaping the franchise. New episodes will be released weekly on Spotify or Apple Podcasts, or wherever fans listen to podcasts. To mark the anniversary moment and celebrate 80 years of entertaining generations, the Thomas & Friends franchise in partnership with Propstore, is also giving fans a rare chance to own original pieces from the brands history, including signed items by celebrity friends, original artwork and props from the iconic stop motion series that first aired in 1984. Also included in the auction are one-of-a-kind pieces signed by iconic British actors who have voiced Thomas & Friends characters throughout the years, including Olivia Colman, Eddie Redmayne and Hugh Bonneville. Mattel UK will pay all NET proceeds of all sums collected under the auction to The National Autistic Society, the UK's leading charity that provides support, guidance and advice for autistic people and their families. The global auction opens for registration on May 8, with bidding live from May 12 to May 28. More details can be found here. Global celebrations for the Thomas & Friends 80th anniversary continue throughout the year with new podcast episodes, all-new book titles, exciting new partnerships and continued fun with Day Out with Thomas across the globe. For more information on Thomas & Friends, please visit and receive the latest updates on their anniversary celebrations by following the brand on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube. The excitement doesn't stop here! In 2026, Thomas & Friends is ready for a thrilling new journey that is set to delight fans old and new. About Mattel Mattel is a leading global toy and family entertainment company and owner of one of the most iconic brand portfolios in the world. We engage consumers and fans through our franchise brands, including Barbie®, Hot Wheels®, Fisher-Price®, American Girl®, Thomas & Friends™, UNO®, Masters of the Universe®, Matchbox®, Monster High®, MEGA® and Polly Pocket®, as well as other popular properties that we own or license in partnership with global entertainment companies. Our offerings include toys, content, consumer products, digital and live experiences. Our products are sold in collaboration with the world's leading retail and ecommerce companies. Since its founding in 1945, Mattel is proud to be a trusted partner in empowering generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential. Visit us at
RTÉ News
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- RTÉ News
Unseen Thomas & Friends footage with Ringo Starr narration airs for first time
An unseen version of the original pilot episode of the animated children's steam train cartoon Thomas & Friends, with narration from Ringo Starr of The Beatles, is to be released for the first time. The footage from an episode called Down The Mine will be shown to coincide with the 80th anniversary of the British franchise, which follows the adventures of Thomas the tank engine and his friends. The franchise originally began as a book series published in 1945 and was later adapted into a TV show in 1984, becoming a global success for multiple generations of young children. The 40-year-old recording of the unseen version of the pilot episode, made on 35mm film, was discovered, put back together and digitalised for fans to view on YouTube from Friday. Beatles drummer Starr was one of the first storytellers to join the show and can be heard narrating in the new footage alongside a bespoke musical arrangement by Mike O' Donnell, the series' composer between 1984 and 2003. Roberto Stanichi, from Mattel, said: "For 80 years, the Thomas & Friends brand has brought joy to generations, sharing timeless stories and valuable life lessons. "As we celebrate this momentous year, we're unveiling 40-year-old footage and newly uncovered stories from the vault for the first time ever, offering longtime fans and new audiences the chance to reconnect with the beloved adventures of Thomas & Friends in new and nostalgic ways." Along with the unseen footage, the franchise will put original pieces from the brand's history up for auction including artwork and props from the stop-motion scenes that first aired in 1984. Partnering with specialist memorabilia auctioneer Propstore, fans also have the opportunity to take home items signed by celebrities who have voiced some of the characters on the series, including English actress Olivia Colman, The Theory Of Everything 's Eddie Redmayne and Downton Abbey star Hugh Bonneville. The net proceeds will be donated by Mattel UK to the National Autistic Society, a charity that provides support, guidance and advice for autistic people and their families. The auction will open for registration on 8 May, with bidding to commence from the May 12 to 28.
