Social media has recently been buzzing with claims that Dolly Chaiwala—an internet sensation known for his stylish tea-serving skills—was appointed as Starbucks India’s official brand ambassador. However, the coffee chain giant has now stepped in to put those rumours to rest.
Official Statement from Starbucks India
TATA Starbucks issued a public clarification on LinkedIn, stating:
“TATA Starbucks has no official brand ambassador in India. Specifically, we have not entered any collaboration with Dolly Chaiwala.”
They further explained that the confusion was caused by a third-party meme that some users mistook for a real campaign. The company added that it remains committed to communicating with accuracy and authenticity and values the trust of its customers.
How Did This Rumour Start?
It all began as an April Fool’s joke. A social media user created a meme suggesting that Dolly Chaiwala, whose real name is Sunil Patil, had been selected by Starbucks as their brand ambassador in India. The meme quickly went viral, and many users reshared it without checking its credibility.
Who Is Dolly Chaiwala?
Dolly Chaiwala is a tea vendor from Nagpur who became a viral sensation due to his flamboyant style and unique way of serving tea. Known for wearing large sunglasses, gold chains, and waistcoats, Dolly’s energetic tea-making videos have earned him a massive fan following.
His popularity skyrocketed last year when none other than Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates visited his tea stall and sipped chai made by him, creating yet another social media moment.
