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Indian Express
a day ago
- Business
- Indian Express
Dolly Chaiwala announces pan-India tea stall franchise; the Internet reacts: ‘Education is scam is India'
Sunil Patil, aka Dolly Chaiwala, the Nagpur-based tea seller popular for his quirky serving style and collaboration with Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates, is now entering the business industry as he announced his plans to expand his brand, Dolly Ki Tapri, across India through a franchise model. Making it official on social media, he wrote, 'It's India's first viral street brand, and now… it's a business opportunity. From carts to flagship cafes, we're launching nationwide and looking for real people with real passion to carry this dream forward. If you've ever wanted to build something big, something desi, something truly legendary — this is your moment. Limited cities. Unlimited chai. Applications open now.' The announcement includes a link to an application form shared via Instagram Stories, highlighting three franchise formats: cart stall priced between Rs 4.5 lakh to Rs 6 lakh, store model at Rs 20 lakh to Rs 22 lakh, and flagship cafe at Rs 39 lakh to Rs 43 lakh. See here: A post shared by Dolly Ki Tapri Nagpur (@dolly_ki_tapri_nagpur) The post quickly went viral, drawing an array of reactions. While a section of social media users congratulated Patil, others highlighted the invasion of viral figures in the business world. 'Education is scam in India,' a user wrote. 'From Burger Kayega to Burger Bechunga, dolly has come a long way. All the best,' another user commented. 'Don't take any franchise .. Gotta cry tears of blood .. Already telling you .. This will make money and go to Dubai and you will be stuck here in bank auction,' a third user reacted. Born in Nagpur, Dolly Chaiwala helped his family at their tea stall from a young age. Over the years, he gained a massive following on social media due to his tea-serving style and quirky fashion sense. Fast forward to 2024, he broke the Internet with his collaboration with Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates. He became an overnight sensation.
News18
3 days ago
- Business
- News18
‘How Is This Possible?' Internet Reacts As Dolly Chaiwala Announces Franchise Plans
Last Updated: Dolly Chaiwala shot to global fame after serving tea to Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates. Known for his flamboyant style and signature tea-serving flair, Dolly Chaiwala has become a household name far beyond his hometown of Nagpur, especially after his viral moment serving tea to Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates. Now, he's expanding his brand nationwide. According to a recent post on his official Instagram page, Dolly Ki Tapri Nagpur, Dolly Chaiwala has announced pan-India franchise opportunities. The post reads, 'It's India's first viral street brand, and now… it's a business opportunity. From carts to flagship cafes, we're launching nationwide and looking for real people with real passion to carry this dream forward. If you've ever wanted to build something big. something desi, something truly legendary — this is your moment. Limited cities. Unlimited chai. Applications open now." The official Instagram page also shared a link via Stories for those interested in applying. According to the form, the Dolly Chaiwala franchise will be offered in three formats. The basic cart stall is priced between ₹4.5 lakh to ₹6 lakh. The store model is expected to cost around ₹20 to ₹22 lakh, while the flagship cafe model could range from ₹39 to ₹43 lakh. The announcement also made its way to X (formerly Twitter), where a user alleged, 'Interestingly, the stall which he runs, Civil Lines, is still an encroachment on footpath." Nagpur's Viral Chaiwala #DollyKiTapri now starts offering Franchises of its stalls. •Stall Format- ₹4.5 to 6 Lakhs•Store Format- ₹20-22 Lakhs•Flagship Store- ₹39-43 Lakhs Interestingly, the stall which he runs The post soon caught attention online as many questioned how someone running an encroached stall could offer franchises. One user wrote, 'The speed at which he is going, it's not sustainable. People always look for consistent quality vs different experience." Another commented, 'How is this possible? An encroacher offering such things." top videos View all 'Just one Bill Gates visit made business model out of his viral tea making style," a person pointed out. Dolly Chaiwala, whose real name is Sunil Patel, was born in 1998 in Nagpur. He began helping out at his family's tea stall from a young age. Today, Dolly Chaiwala has built a massive online following with over five million on Instagram and more than two million subscribers on YouTube. Despite his fame, he continues to run his roadside tea stall and sells around 350 to 500 cups every day. As per reports, his current net worth is estimated to be over Rs 10 lakh. view comments First Published: July 11, 2025, 13:57 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
News18
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
‘Not Luck, But Hustle': Finance Influencer Sanjay Kathuria On Dolly Chaiwala
Who hasn't heard of Dolly Chaiwala, the famous tea seller from Nagpur? He rose to fame on social media thanks to videos that showcased his peculiar tea-making style. Wearing a waistcoat with gold chains around his neck and sporting a distinctive hairdo are his hallmark looks. Over 5 million people follow his Dolly Ki Tapri Nagpur Instagram page, and he has over 2 million YouTube subscribers. Dolly's tapri is often crowded with tea lovers, from serving tea in fashionable cups to holding cigarettes and toffees in inventive ways. He has always been the talk of the town.
