Barbiecore trend: Malala Yousafzai's playful 'Barbie' pics break the Internet
PTC News Desk: Malala Yousafzai, the renowned women's rights activist and Nobel Prize laureate, recently captured the internet's attention with a heartwarming post on Twitter. During a cozy movie night with her husband, Asser Malik, the couple celebrated the new Margot Robbie film, 'Barbie,' in a unique and playful manner.
The post featured a sweet photo of Malala and Asser, who had embraced the spirit of the iconic Barbie and Ken dolls. Malala was dressed in a pink salwar kurta, posing inside a life-sized 'Barbie' box, while Asser perfectly played the role of Ken. The adorable picture resonated with millions of people, garnering nearly 30 million views and more than 83,000 retweets. Malala's followers flooded the comments section with heart emojis, expressing their joy and admiration for the couple.
This Barbie has a Nobel Prize ???? He’s just Ken pic.twitter.com/Ljbqdfpgfd — Malala Yousafzai (@Malala) July 30, 2023
In the tweet accompanying the photo, Malala humorously referred to herself as a Barbie with a Nobel Prize, playfully acknowledging Asser as her "Ken." In response, Asser replied with a witty comment, stating, "I'm Kenough," accompanied by a laughing out loud emoji.
The movie, 'Barbie,' directed by Greta Gerwig, proved to be a blockbuster hit, breaking second-weekend box office records with an impressive $93 million in revenue, as reported by The Hollywood Reporter.
After enjoying the movie, Malala shared her thoughts on Instagram, expressing how much she and her husband loved the film. She found it both funny and thought-provoking, making a light-hearted reference to the fictional character of Ken from the movie.
Malala's Instagram post received numerous uplifting comments from her followers, who praised her and Asser for their delightful portrayal of Barbie and Ken. They lauded the couple for being an inspiration and commended Malala's witty caption.
Malala's journey to becoming a global advocate for girls' education has been nothing short of extraordinary. In October 2012, she survived a harrowing attack by the Taliban in Swat Valley, Pakistan. Following her courageous recovery, she was transported to a specialized hospital in Birmingham, UK, where she continued her fight for education equality.
In a historic moment, at the young age of 17, Malala Yousafzai was awarded the Nobel Prize for her unwavering dedication to promoting girls' education and advocating for children's rights worldwide.
Her personal life has also seen significant milestones, including her marriage to Asser Malik in a private ceremony in Birmingham in November 2021.
As an icon of empowerment and resilience, Malala Yousafzai continues to inspire countless individuals around the globe. Her joyful 'Barbie' post not only brought a smile to the faces of her followers but also served as a testament to the enduring spirit of hope and positivity that she embodies.
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- With inputs from agencies
