Warner Bros. and New Line Cinema are releasing a 'Hello Kitty' animated movie on July 21, 2028, marking the character's Hollywood debut, with Leo Matsuda directing and a script by Dana Fox, after years of development and licensing negotiations.
Hello Kitty is set to make its cinematic debut with a film scheduled for summer 2028, produced by New Line and Warner Bros Pictures Animation, initially announced as a hybrid animated/live-action project, with the story details currently undisclosed.
Starbucks and Hello Kitty have teamed up for a cute holiday merchandise collection featuring mugs, plush toys, and accessories, available in U.S. and Canada Starbucks stores starting November 6, celebrating friendship and nostalgia.
Hello Kitty Island Adventure: Wheatflour Wonderland is an upcoming Nintendo Switch game featuring new characters like Cogimyun, with crafting, mini-games, and customization options, set to release on September 18, 2025.
The Hello Kitty Grand Cafe in Irvine, California offers a delightful afternoon tea service in a charmingly decorated Bow Room, featuring a fixed price of $60 per person and a selection of hot teas and 10 savory and sweet treats. The experience includes adorable Hello Kitty-themed pastries and a variety of teas, with the spinach and mushroom quiche ranking as the ultimate favorite. Despite some sizing critiques, the ambiance, service, and beverage selection were top-notch, making it a worthwhile experience for fans of Hello Kitty and Sanrio characters.
A 3-year-old boy named Ethan got stuck inside a "Hello Kitty" claw machine at a shopping center in Australia, prompting police to conduct a unique rescue operation. The boy's father explained that Ethan had crawled into the machine when his back was turned for a moment, and police ultimately had to shatter the glass to free him. Despite the unusual situation, the officers approached the incident with a sense of humor, acknowledging the mischievous nature of young children.
Apple Arcade is releasing a new game called Hello Kitty Island Adventure, which is a cozy life sim game similar to Animal Crossing and Disney Dreamlight Valley. Players will be able to explore and customize a tropical island, meet Sanrio characters, craft rare items, solve puzzles, decorate cabins, fish, cook, and even explore under the sea as a mermaid. The game will be available on supported Apple devices starting July 28.
Dua Lipa kicked off swimwear season by sharing photos of her Jamaican vacation on Instagram, featuring a tiny crochet Hello Kitty bikini top and matching thong bottoms. She accessorized with cobalt blue sunglasses and a slice of watermelon, opting for a makeup-free look and messy ponytail. In another carousel, she posed in a bedazzled yellow and orange three-piece set with strappy heels. Lipa's post also included scenic views, yummy food, and a plug for her newsletter, Service95.
Dua Lipa wore a crochet string bikini with Hello Kitty's face on it while on vacation. The bikini was designed by GCDS and retails for $325. Dua also wore other teeny tiny styles on her island trip, including a baby blue string bikini and an orange bustier top with matching microshorts.