A humorous video from India is going viral: a woman is seen performing a devotional ritual, worshipping a Labubu doll, a quirky Chinese collectible toy, believing it to be a deity. The clip has left social media in splits, with many jesting that it heralds an “India–China partnership revival.”

In the footage, the woman adopts typical Hindu rituals—folded hands and ceremonial chanting—showing genuine devotion to the toy. Her sincere antics blurred lines between spirituality and innocence, evoking equal parts amusement and empathy online.

The Labubu doll isn’t religious but extremely popular as a meme-worthy collectible. Regular-sized dolls are sold for ₹1,700–₹3,500, while rare or oversized versions can fetch prices as high as ₹10 lakh. Some people even believe the doll is cursed, leading to symbolic rituals like burning.

While comedic to many, the clip underscores how pop culture collectibles can unexpectedly intersect with deeply rooted religious instincts. It also highlights how everyday objects can trigger reflections on belief, irony, and the curious ways our minds interpret symbols.