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India’s Diet Coke Shortage Spurs Ticketed Parties and Social Media Frenzy
Bars and influencers are charging $10 to $16 for events that use the scarcity to draw crowds and raffle off Diet Coke cans.
- A social media frenzy has emerged across India as bars and restaurants launch "Diet Coke parties" to capitalize on a cola shortage linked to the Iran war.
- Unlike other beverages sold in plastic or glass, Diet Coke is available only in cans in India, making it vulnerable to supply chain disruptions caused by shipments stuck in the Strait of Hormuz.
- Indian pubs and influencers are profiting from the scarcity by charging $10 to $16 entry fees for themed parties featuring music, alcohol, and activities like can decoration and T-shirt painting.
- Marketing executive Ishika Gupta, who hosted the first party last week, is now holding discussions with Coca-Cola about organizing additional events, while Ninecamp Ventures is also hosting gatherings near New Delhi.
- Ninecamp CEO Chaitanya Mathur explained that scarcity drives young consumers' interest, stating, "For the young people it's about scarcity being a premise of the entire event. That's where the fun is.
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Iran-linked Diet Coke shortage sparks viral party trend in India
India’s Diet Coke shortage has triggered a viral social media trend, with “Diet Coke parties” popping up across major cities. Linked to shipping delays in the Strait of Hormuz, the shortage has turned the soft drink into a lifestyle symbol among young consumers. Bars, restaurants and influencers are cashing in with themed events, cocktails, raffles and exclusive merchandise driven by scarcity and online hype.
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