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Kingfisher Strong Power Soda Celebrates the Journey Home This Diwali with a Musical Ode to Friendship and Good Times

Uttar Pradesh : This Diwali, Kingfisher Strong Power Soda is celebrating one of India’s most cherished annual rituals, the journey back home, through a new musical brand film. Inspired by the annual homecoming tradition associated with Diwali in Uttar Pradesh, where people working across India return to their hometowns, reconnect with loved ones, and create memories that make the celebration truly special.

At the heart of the film is a simple yet relatable story. A young working professional receives a message from his friends – “Aa rahe ho na? Sab aa rahe hain” (You’re coming, right? Everyone else is). The message instantly transports him home in spirit. He shuts his laptop, begins his journey and returns to familiar streets, familiar faces and memories he has missed all year. The film closes in a heartwarming rooftop reunion, where friends come together to share laughter, relive memories and celebrate the Good Times that make Diwali special.

Bringing together AI-generated visuals and an original thumri-inspired soundtrack by music composer Tanishq Seth in collaboration with creative agency Collective, the film draws from the Bhojpuri folk traditions of Uttar Pradesh to create an emotionally resonant celebration of friendship, homecoming and Good Times.

Vikram Bahl, Chief United Breweries Ltd, said, “Diwali is a time to come together with the people who matter most. Through this film, we wanted to celebrate the joy of reunion and the Good Times that make the festival special. It also reflects Kingfisher’s focus on building deeper consumer connections through culturally relevant storytelling inspired by hyperlocal traditions and experiences.”

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