No, Dolly Chaiwala isn't Starbucks India's brand ambassador, company clarifies
Starbucks India has refuted the viral claims that it appointed internet icon Dolly Chaiwala as their brand ambassador. What began as an April Fool's meme turned into full-blown confusion online, so much so that Starbucks India had to step in with a clarification.Social media users were quick to believe claims that Dolly Chaiwala, the tea-seller from Nagpur who rose to fame for his flamboyant style and theatrics, had been appointed as the official brand ambassador for Starbucks India. But the coffee giant has firmly denied the rumours.advertisementIn a statement posted on LinkedIn, TATA Starbucks said it had 'no official brand ambassador in India.' It also addressed the viral meme that sparked the confusion, saying that it had been 'created independently by a third party' and was 'misconstrued as a formal campaign.'
The brand further added, 'TATA Starbucks is committed to communicating with accuracy and authenticity and we value the trust of our customers and communities.'The now-viral rumour began when a meme surfaced online claiming Dolly Chaiwala, whose real name is Sunil Patil, had officially joined hands with Starbucks as their ambassador. The post, originally meant to be a prank, surfaced across platforms without much fact-checking.Take a look at Starbucks' LinkedIn post here: Dolly, known for his distinctive get-up, waistcoat, chunky gold chains, bold sunglasses, and gravity-defying hairstyle, has a massive following online. His unique method of making tea and serving it with flair turned him into an internet icon.Last year, he found himself in the spotlight again when none other than Bill Gates visited his stall for a quick cup of chai, adding further to his viral status.Trending Reel
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