Play Interactive Partners with The Smiley Company to Launch Lifestyle Stores in Malaysia and Singapore

Play Interactive Holdings, a leading retail and entertainment group in Southeast Asia, has announced a partnership with The Smiley Company. Together, they will bring the Smiley® lifestyle retail experience to Malaysia and Singapore.

This collaboration marks a major step for Smiley, the world-famous icon of joy and creativity. It also reflects Play Interactive’s goal to introduce more global lifestyle brands to Southeast Asia’s growing retail scene.

Introducing the Smiley Lifestyle Stores

As the exclusive retail franchise licensee for Smiley in Malaysia and Singapore, Play Interactive will open a new generation of Smiley lifestyle stores. These stores will offer a full range of fashion, home, and lifestyle products, all inspired by Smiley’s message of positivity.

Each outlet is designed to be more than a shop — it will be a cheerful space where visitors can immerse themselves in the Smiley lifestyle and feel its uplifting energy.

Malaysia’s First Smiley Home Store

Malaysia will soon host the region’s first Smiley Home Store, focusing entirely on homeware and lifestyle collections. The concept aims to bring Smiley’s signature optimism into daily living spaces.

With this launch, Play Interactive strengthens its presence in the premium retail sector, while reinforcing Smiley’s influence as a lifestyle icon in Asia.

Collaborations with Local Designers

To make the brand even more relatable, Smiley will collaborate with top fashion designers and icons from Malaysia and Singapore. Together, they will create exclusive, limited-edition collections that blend Smiley’s global charm with Southeast Asia’s creative flair.

“Smiley is all about positivity, joy, and happy vibes,” said Gary Chong, CEO and Founder of Play Interactive Holdings. “For over 50 years, Smiley has inspired people worldwide, and now we’re bringing that same spirit to Southeast Asia. Our goal is to build destinations where people can experience Smiley in its purest form.”

He added, “By working with local designers, we want to inspire and empower a new generation of Smiley fans. This partnership merges global optimism with local creativity — and that’s something truly special.”

Expanding Smiley’s Footprint in Asia

Nicolas Loufrani, CEO of The Smiley Company, expressed excitement about the brand’s continued growth. “After launching Smiley retail stores in China and Thailand, we are thrilled to expand into Malaysia and Singapore,” he said. “Play Interactive is the ideal partner to grow our fanbase and continue spreading happiness across the region.”

This expansion is part of Smiley’s long-term retail strategy to bring immersive brand experiences to Asia. By partnering with Play Interactive, Smiley continues its mission to transform ordinary shopping trips into joyful experiences that connect people through creativity and optimism.

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