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The irony of promoting themes like kindness, resilience, and emotional intelligence through a celebrity-inspired preschool show, amid scandals, has not gone unnoticed. Some also criticize the overemphasis on activism and social messaging in children’s media, fearing it might overshadow traditional entertainment and storytelling values.
Moreover, the industry continues to innovate with live-action/animation hybrids, reboots of nostalgic properties, and international collaborations, including Japanese anime productions. The goal appears to be catering to a broad spectrum of tastes while also navigating the increasingly complex landscape of social and cultural expectations.