Seoul’s Yeongdeungpo district has seen its fair share of glitz and glamour, but nothing compares to the sparkle Margot Robbie brought to the first pink carpet Barbie event today. The Hollywood actress, along with director Greta Gerwig and co-stars America Ferrera and Tom Ackerley, graced the event with an energy that was as vibrant as her pink outfit.
The Barbie team, coming to Korea for the first time, was given a warm welcome by the enthusiastic crowd. Robbie was deeply moved by the reception and expressed her gratitude to the thousands of people who gathered for today’s event. Meanwhile, co-star America Ferrera endeared herself to the audience by greeting them in Korean, which drew thunderous applause.
Margot Robbie walked the pink carpet for the first time in a vintage-inspired two-piece, topped off with a hot pink hat, bag, and retro pink and retro pink phone. Her fashion-forward, Barbie-esque outfit immediately won over the excited crowd. Robbie again appeared after the autograph session in a stunning flowing, cool pink sleeveless dress that took her outfit to a different level. Her grand re-entry and unexpected costume change left fans and netizens breathless.
The surprises did not end here. Viewers watched in amazement as Robbie, Gerwig and Ferreira presented each other hanbok designs during an interview segment. The stars wore them over their existing ensembles with a hot pink hanbok piece from Robbie, which perfectly echoed their already vibrant ensembles. The unexpected mix of Hollywood glamor and Korean tradition made Robbie’s dress an unforgettable highlight of the evening.
The team’s commitment to connecting with fans was evident, with the autograph session lasting more than 30 minutes. Robey, Ferreira, and Gerwig enthusiastically signed autographs, posed for photos, and interacted with the crowd, further endearing them to fans. The Barbie pink carpet event in Seoul will undoubtedly be remembered for the stars’ warmth, charisma and dazzling visuals from Margot Robbie. As fans and netizens alike are going gaga over her adoption of Korean fashion, it is clear that the event has set a high standard for the film’s worldwide promotional tour.