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Business Standard
14 hours ago
- Business
- Business Standard
Tata Starbucks denies appointing Dolly Chaiwala as brand ambassador
Tata Starbucks, the Indian arm of the global coffee chain, on Monday issued a clarification denying social media speculation that it had appointed Dolly Chaiwala as its brand ambassador in India. In a statement on its official LinkedIn account, the company said, ' Tata Starbucks does not have any official brand ambassadors in India. Specifically, we have not entered any collaboration with Dolly Chaiwala.' How the rumour started The speculation began after a meme showing Dolly Chaiwala with the Starbucks logo went viral online, leading many to believe that a formal partnership had been announced. The post was widely shared across social media platforms. 'A meme, created independently by a third party, appears to have been misconstrued as a formal campaign,' Tata Starbucks said, adding that it remains 'committed to communicating with accuracy and authenticity'. As of now, Tata Starbucks has no brand ambassadors representing it in India. Who is Dolly Chaiwala? Sunil Patil aka Dolly Chaiwala, a tea vendor from Nagpur, became an internet sensation for his dramatic tea-serving style. His videos, widely circulated on Instagram and YouTube, showcase his theatrical approach to preparing and serving tea, which quickly earned him a large online following. His viral fame even led to a widely publicised encounter with Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates last year, further boosting his popularity. Dolly has also featured in various marketing campaigns, including in an advertisement for Indian food delivery giant Swiggy. The rumour around Dolly Chaiwala's association with Tata Starbucks seemed credible to many against the backdrop of India's rapidly growing influencer marketing industry, which is expected to expand by 25 per cent this year from ₹3,600 crore in 2024. A recent report by The Goat Agency and Kantar noted that over 20 mergers and acquisitions took place in the last year alone, as traditional and digital-first agencies ramped up their influencer marketing capabilities. The Indian government's recent announcement of a $1 billion fund to support content creators has further normalised the idea of hyperlocal influencers entering mainstream campaigns — making the rumour about a Starbucks tie-up appear plausible.
Indian Express
16 hours ago
- Business
- Indian Express
Starbucks denies collaboration with Dolly Chaiwala, issues official statement: ‘meme created by third party'
After speculation on social media about Starbucks India appointing Pune-based tea vendor and content creator Dolly Chaiwala as its brand ambassador, the company denied the rumours in an official statement on Monday. The confusion was caused by a viral meme that featured a Starbucks cup with Dolly Chaiwala's name, Sunil Patil, written on it. The meme also featured the content creator, who collaborated with Bill Gates last year. Sharing the image, X user Dixit Dave wrote, 'Dolly Chaiwala became the brand ambassador of Starbucks India.' See here: Dolly Chaiwala became the brand ambassador of Starbucks India — Dixit Dave (@dixit_dave_) April 1, 2025 Soon after the speculation created a buzz on social media, Starbucks India, clarified that the company does not have any brand ambassadors in India. 'We have noted recent social media posts suggesting that TATA Starbucks has appointed an official brand ambassador. We would like to clarify that TATA Starbucks does not have any official brand ambassadors in India. Specifically, we have not entered any collaboration with Dolly Chaiwala,' the statement read. 'A meme, created independently by a third party, appears to have been misconstructed as a formal campaign. TATA Starbucks is committed to communicating with accuracy and authenticity and we value the trust of our customers and communities,' it added. See here: Dolly Chaiwala, a tea seller from Nagpur, became an internet sensation with his peculiar tea-making style and eye-catching appearance. Known for his flair, he wears a waistcoat, oversized sunglasses, gold chains, and sports a unique hairstyle. In his viral videos, he is often seen dramatically pouring milk into tea from a distance and serving it with quirky hand movements that sometimes catch customers off guard. Last year, Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates collaborated with Dolly and was seen enjoying a cup of tea at his stall.
Time of India
17 hours ago
- Business
- Time of India
Starbucks spills the tea on viral meme, denies collaboration with Dolly Chaiwala: 'No official brand ambassador in India'
Tata Starbucks on Monday, June 16, issued an official statement denying widespread rumours and ongoing speculations on social media suggesting the appointment of Dolly Chaiwala (real name is Sunil Patil), who is a popular tea vendor and internet sensation. Amid the growing rumours, the company issued a statement saying that there is no such partnership that exists, as per the narrative that emerged from a viral meme that has been misinterpreted as a formal endorsement. The confusion appears to have stemmed from a viral meme created by a third party that led to a 'misconstrued formal campaign'. Dolly Chaiwala became the brand ambassador of Starbucks India — Dixit Dave (@dixit_dave_) April 1, 2025 Starbucks denied any collaboration with Dolly Chaiwala Starbucks, in a public statement, denied any collaboration with Sunil Patel, popularly known as Dolly Chaiwala. In the post, the company wrote, "We have noted recent social media posts suggesting that TATA Starbucks has appointed an official brand ambassador. We would like to clarify that TATA Starbucks does not have any official brand ambassadors in India. Specifically, we have not entered into any collaboration with Dolly Chaiwala." Credit: LinkedIn The clarification comes in the wake of rumoured social media memes and digital articles claiming that Dolly Chaiwala, whose real name is Sunit Patil, had been officially appointed by the famous coffee brand. What really happened? According to the company, the claims regarding Dolly Chaiwala being the brand ambassador of TATA Starbucks India surfaced on social media from an April Fool's Day prank. The post was posted by an influencer called Aditya Oza. The post used a photoshopped picture of Dolly Chaiwala, and as soon as the fictional narrative dropped on the internet, it quickly went viral and instantly became a part of meme pages. However, many on social media pointed out that the image is fake. But now clarifying this, the company said, 'Tata Starbucks is committed to communicating with accuracy and authenticity, and we value the trust of our customers and communities." Who is Dolly Chaiwala? Sunil Patil, also famously known as Dolly Chaiwala, is a tea seller from Nagpur who gained massive fame and became an internet sensation when his flamboyant tea-making style went viral after serving it to an American businessman and philanthropist, Bill Gates. Most recently, Patil also appeared on Indian reality shows, including Bigg Boss 18. To stay updated on the stories that are going viral, follow Indiatimes Trending.
Time of India
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Watch: This Rajasthani man's milk pouring video is winning hearts everywhere; here's why
At a time when social media is flooded with flashy edits and loud personalities, a calm and graceful man from Rajasthan has captured everyone's attention– using just a pair of jugs and a bowl of badam milk . A short video showing him serve the traditional drink smoothly has gone viral, and many people online are hooked. Dressed in traditional attire, sitting on a rotating platform and surrounded by guests, he's doing more than just serving milk– he's making it an experience. And in that simple act, he's won hearts far beyond just the visuals. The video, shared by Instagram user 'HAPPY HOME MAKER MIDHU', shows the man calmly pouring badam milk back and forth between two metal jugs while slowly spinning on his seat. His movements are smooth and precise, turning a simple act into something almost mesmerising. The clip has already received over 2.66 lakh likes, with viewers praising his timing, grace, and the effortless control he shows throughout the performance. Internet reactions: 'Great style and control, bro' Social media has quickly flooded with comments praising the man's performance. 'Great style and control, bro,' one user wrote, while another described it as, 'When Physics and traditions meet together.' A third called it 'absolutely magical stuff' and highlighted how his technique showed a deep, intuitive understanding of balance and motion. One Instagram user, who appears to have seen him in person, wrote: 'I had seen such performances live and offered milk to him. I noticed burns on his hands. When I asked about it, he simply smiled at me and did not say a single word.' Online praise leads to comparisons As the video made rounds online, many people began comparing him to Dolly Chaiwala , the tea seller from Nagpur known for his flashy tea-serving style. But several viewers feel the Rajasthani man's calm and artistic approach deserves just as much, if not more, attention. 'People are making wrong choices to make people famous on social media,' one comment read. Another declared, 'He eats 1,000 Dolly Chaiwalas for breakfast.' A third added, 'Bill Gates went to the wrong address,' referencing the tech billionaire's video with Dolly Chaiwala. One step to a healthier you—join Times Health+ Yoga and feel the change
News18
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Move Over Dolly Chaiwala, This Rajasthani Man Serving Badam Milk Steals Spotlight
Last Updated: The unique badam milk serving skills of a man dressed in a ethnic attire has left many social media users impressed. The video of a man serving badam milk to guests in a beautiful and 'magical" way at what looks like an event has gone viral on social media. Some people have suggested that he looks 'better" in doing the job than Dolly Chaiwala, the famous tea seller from Nagpur. Donning an ethnic attire, the man was simply pouring milk from one jug to another as he left many onlookers impressed with his performative skills while sitting on a rotating seat. The person reportedly belongs to Rajasthan. The viral clip was shared on Instagram earlier this month by a handle named 'HAPPY HOME MAKER MIDHU'. Since then, it has garnered more than 2.66 lakh likes on the social media platform. 'Great style and control, bro," one person wrote. Another added, 'When Physics and traditions meet together." A person called it 'absolutely magical stuff" and said his instinctive understanding of the physics is 'astounding." One of them stated that she had witnessed such live performances, but noticed 'burns on his hands" when she offered milk. When being asked about the injuries on the hand, she said he simply smiled at her and did not say a single word. The video even caught the attention of actor Tina Datta, who shared multiple fire emojis in her comment, The man in the video was compared to the highly popular Dolly Chaiwala from Nagpur, who became famous on social media through his multiple videos featuring his unique tea-making style. One Instagram user suggested that people were 'making wrong choices" to make people famous on social media. The person added that while many are aware of Dolly Chaiwala, people should rather talk about such people who are 'absolute gems". Another person quipped that the person in the viral video eats '1,000 Dolly Chaiwala in breakfast". Recalling Bill Gates' video with Dolly Chaiwala, a third person stated that the Microsoft co-founder and billionaire philanthropist 'went to the wrong address."
