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McDonald's Sets September Launch for TinyTAN Happy Meal in Two Waves

Fan excitement is colliding with boycott calls over McDonald’s perceived IsraelPalestine ties.

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Overview

  • McDonald’s confirmed a limited-time TinyTAN Happy Meal starting Sept. 3 with a Throwback Edition, followed by an Encore set of toys on Sept. 23.
  • Each Happy Meal includes a hamburger or Chicken McNuggets, fries or apple slices, a drink, and one of seven TinyTAN figurines representing RM, Jin, SUGA, j-hope, Jimin, V, and Jungkook.
  • The rollout will reach nearly 70 countries, including the United States, with specific launch dates varying by market.
  • Digital and in-person activations include a scannable TinyTAN Power Up mobile game and a Magic Meetup event in Los Angeles on Sept. 27–28.
  • Coverage notes strong fan interest alongside calls for boycotts citing geopolitical concerns, and emphasizes that HYBE controls TinyTAN commercialization decisions.