Diljit Dosanjh infuses some Punjabi swag in Coke Elevator commercial

Coca-Cola India has now launched the ‘Elevator’ commercial with Diljit Dosanjh with a vibrant Punjabi flavour. The ad is a follow-up to the ‘Elevator’ themed ad with Deepika Padukone under ‘Taste the Feeling’ campaign which highlights the role of Coke in setting off camaraderie between a celeb and their fan. The previously-launched ad in the series has managed to garner more than 25 million views on digital channels till now. 

The narrative opens with Diljit being followed by photographers outside a hotel. To escape, Diljit quickly rushes into an elevator and notices a housekeeping attendant with a service trolley inside the elevator. Suddenly there is a glitch and the elevator stops in between the floors. To lighten up the environment, the housekeeper offers a chilled bottle of Coca-Cola to Diljit. Diljit looks pleased with the gesture. This is followed by great camaraderie and cheerful dancing by the two. The popular Punjabi music in the story lifts the feeling and adds to the entertainment quotient. Coke is at the centre of the advertisement which is designed to spread the message of breaking social barriers to foster a strong connect with each other and the carefree spirit within us. 

Watch the ad:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T7HLwQC_1tY

The campaign will be launched on digital platforms with teasers featuring Diljit Dosanjh, followed by a pilot run of the on-ground consumer engagement activities leveraging augmented reality. The consumers may also get a chance to meet Diljit by participating in many contests and activities that the company is planning to organise. 

Explaining the thought behind the campaign, Debabrata Mukherjee, Vice President - Marketing, Coca-Cola India, said, “Diljit is an inspiration to millions of youth in the country and we really value his association with the brand that stands for positivity and youthfulness. The commercial brings out the message of optimism, happiness and making regular moments special with the simple act of sharing a Coke. We hope the commercial will find favour with our audience that loves lively Punjabi music, spirited dancing, and a beautiful story with Coca-Cola in the centre.” 

Highlighting the thought behind the campaign, Prasoon Joshi, Chairman Asia Pacific, CEO & Chief Creative Officer - India, McCann, who supervised the creatives of the campaign, said, “The new Coca-Cola Elevator campaign captures a tale of togetherness between total strangers. The light-hearted film features Diljit Dosanjh as himself, where a fan bumps into her heart-throb in an elevator. Coca-Cola breaks the ice and makes the connection between the celebrity and the awe-struck fan special. The choice of music and dance make the film truly enjoyable.” 

Sharing his experience, Diljit said, “The ad was so much fun to do. It is a beautiful paradox that two strangers inside an elevator warm up to each other because of chilled Coke. I had a great time with my elevator buddy while enacting the script. And it goes without saying that Coke is truly refreshing and I love drinking it.” 

Creative Agency: 

Prasoon Joshi, Chairman Asia Pacific, CEO & Chief Creative Officer India

Prateek Bhardwaj, National Creative Director

Kapil Batra, Creative Head, McCann Delhi

Jeet Kalra, Creative Head Films

Sameer Kumar, Creative Team Leader 

Production House: 

Hemant Bhandari, Director, Chrome Pictures

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