The Parle Agro has appointed Allu Arjun as brand ambassador for Frooti in the southern market. The Tollywood Stylish star will be Frooti’s first-ever brand ambassador for this region and the association will play a pivotal role in consolidating Parle Agro’s foothold in the South Indian markets. South India being the second most contributing region after North is a priority market for Parle Agro.
The Parle Agro company feels that Allu Arjun as the ambassador of Frooti will further strengthen Parle Agro’s connect with the youth in Southern India, especially in Andhra Pradesh. The announcement is a part of the organization’s expansion strategy to become a Rs 10,000 crore entity by 2022. Currently, it is a Rs 2,000 crore brand and at the number two spot in the FFSD (fruit flavored still drink) category in the country.
The new 360-degree campaign featuring Allu Arjun will be rolled out this summer led by a region-specific film in South India and will be conceptualized along with Parle Agro’s creative partner, Sagmesiter & Walsh. S&W has previously been associated with Parle Agro for its brand campaigns on Frooti, Appy Fizz, Appy and most recently Frooti Fizz.
Nadia Chauhan, Joint MD, and CMO, Parle Agro said, “With a strong focus on South India, it has been necessary for us to drive aggressive inputs for both Marketing, and Sales and Distribution efforts in the region. Allu Arjun strongly reflects the brand’s personality making him a perfect fit and will play an integral part in taking Frooti to new milestones.”
Allu Arjun said, “I’m delighted to be the face of Frooti, a mango drink that the entire nation has grown up with and continues to love. Frooti to me has always been synonymous with the spirit of joy, youthfulness, and magic. I have always had fond memories of Frooti and look forward to a fun and exciting campaign.”
