Suit‑Up, Banana‑Bunch!
Who’d have guessed that “business attire” is now the hottest ticket for Minions: The Rise of Gru? In a twist that’d make even the most seasoned film‑goers raise an eyebrow, a troop of trend‑setting teens have turned cinema halls into impromptu fashion runways.
From Regalia to Rumble: The Rise of the GentleMinions Craze
- 22 sharp‑dressed youth glide up the escalator in shimmering suits and ties at Shaw Theatres Lido, Orchard Road.
- Each one flaunts a resale‑worthy Minion accessory, whether it’s a miniature banana or a plush sidekick.
- The movement exploded on TikTok, earning the hashtag #GentleMinions and viral traction across countries.
Why the Sudden Suit‑Up?
The phenomenon’s seed was planted by @bill.hirst’s video (June 28). The clip, featuring slick black‑and‑white ensembles, racked up 36 million views and 8.7 million likes in record time. The global buzz prompted Universal Pictures to shout, “To everyone showing up to @Minions in suits: We see you and we love you.”
Lights, Camera, Chaos!
- In the UK, a handful of locals flagged the trend as unruly, forcing some cinemas to ban suit‑wearing kids for the screening.
- Worcester’s Vue Theatre squashed £1,300 (S$2,200) in refunds after a row of “Minion‑mimicking” youngsters caused a carnival‑grade ruckus.
- Cornwall cinemas and other venues started boarding warning signs to keep the fun from spilling into the movie.
- On multiple occasions, patrons were thrown out of theatres or denied entry for flaunting their suits.
Banana‑Tastic Future?
As the trend gathers steam, we can’t help but imagine a future where the next wave of movie‑goers show up in full banana costumes, or at least have a “banana‑brain” of their own. The key takeaway? Keep the drama to the trailer and enjoy the show—no “bananas” on aisle‑10.
Sidebar: A Fun‑Filled Pop‑Up Café
While you’re at it, we dropped by the Minion‑themed pop‑up café down at Clarke Quay. Truth be told, we spent more time snapping pictures than actually eating, but hey, that’s the spirit of the Minion run‑way, right?
