Diwali Fireworks: The Top 5 Iconic Ads from Indian vs Pakistan matches

India and Pakistan are at war, not on the border but rather on the cricket field. In India, the ICC Cricket World Cup is nothing short of a carnival. Around the entire sporting event, there are constant celebrations throughout the nation. The IND vs. PAK match slated on October 23, 2022 gives Indians another cause to celebrate the fireworks during the current Diwali season. Great advertising campaigns by brands have previously been produced for the ICC Cricket World Cup. For years, some leave an enduring effect.

Let’s take a look back in time at some of the best ‘IND vs PAK’ cricket world cup commercials that have ever been aired:

1. Star Sports – Mauka Mauka!

Undoubtedly, one of the most famous and iconic advertisements ever produced for the IND vs. PAK ICC World Cup. Each one of us has grooved to the ‘Mauka Mauka’ lyrics of the ad. The ad featured a passionate Pakistani supporter who has been waiting since 1992 for Pakistan to defeat India to light off his fireworks! Admit it, we all secretly prayed that the Pakistani lad on the ad never really gets an opportunity to light off the fireworks.

2. Fevikwik – Todo Nahi Jodo!

We focus on India and Pakistan’s conflict and animosity so much that we frequently forget to remember and appreciate the brotherhood that the two nations enjoy. Amazing work was put into portraying the friendly relations between the two countries in the “Todo Nahi Jodo” ad. The iconic Wagah Border, where we see a beating retreat ceremony every evening, served as the backdrop of the Fevikwik ad. During the retreat ceremony, the shoes of the Pakistani Soldier went off. In a swift action, the Indian solder fixed it off with Fevikwik. The ad clearly articulated our love-hate relationship with our neighbours, and captured a million hearts.

3. Hero Honda – Dhak Dhak Go India Go!

In India, nationalism peaks when the cricket world cup is in full swing. The ad successfully showcased all the religions, communities, genders and generations that truly make India a country of love and warmth. The ‘Dhak Dhak Go India Go’ ad was one of the very few hits that didn’t cast any celebrity. The feeling of nationalism made the ad a super hit. For India, it truly became the national anthem of the ICC World Cup in 2011.

4. Manforce Condom’s ‘Baap Baap Hota Hai’

Manforce Condoms’ advertising efforts have always been very audience-engaging. The “Baap Baap Hota Hai” commercial campaign during the IND vs. PAK ICC World Cup was something that truly hit the bull’s-eye. With the caption “Some kids never learn,” the advertisement displayed a calendar with every World Cup year. We’re guessing that the Manforce Condoms ad, “Baap Baap Hota Hai,” crushed a lot of egos on the Pakistani side.

5. Dabur India’s ‘Sabko Chaba Jayenge’

The Dabur India “Sabko Chaba Jayenge” advertisement accurately captured the feelings of every Indian prior to the IND vs. PAK match. Each of us was expecting what the actor in the advertisement said: “Padosi honge apne ghar ke, inki bowling tod denge.” The advertisement was a huge hit with fans of the Indian cricket team because Dabur did an amazing job of capturing the actual feelings of every Indian at the time.

We are all prepared for the madness to begin. The fireworks this Diwali would be unstoppable with the men in blue battling the guys in green.