The Barbie and Ken Mugshot Redraws meme originated from leaked set photos of the 2023 Barbie movie, showing the titular characters being booked at a police station. The stark contrast between Barbie's cheerful, unbothered expression and Ken's devastated, wide-eyed shock immediately captured the internet's imagination. This led to a massive trend where artists 'redrew' the scene using characters from various anime, video games, and movies who fit the 'chaotic optimist vs. stressed partner' dynamic. It has since become a staple template for showcasing the personality clashes of famous fictional duos.