The internet can’t stop squishing these dumpling toys, but UK officials are raising red flags about the counterfeit versions. Meanwhile, the trend is catching on in India too.
Imagine two little innocent eyes and one cute, smiley dumpling staring at you. No, you can’t eat it. But you can definitely squish it.
That’s the ‘squishy dumpling’ for you — a vibrant-coloured little toy that has squished its way into being internet’s latest craze. After Labubus and Mirumis, this soft, gel-filled toy is the newest collectible capturing the attention of both kids and kidults alike.

