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How Maggi ended the imitation game
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Maggi

How Maggi ended the imitation game

Programme
Kyoorius Marketing Awards
Entrant Company
McCann India
Client
Nestle India

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Description

When lookalikes and misinformation began eroding Maggi’s hard-earned trust in rural India, the brand didn’t defend it chose radical transparency. With the rallying cry “Khao Toh Maggi Khao,” every moment of confusion was reframed as proof of authenticity. By spotlighting unmistakable cues taste, aroma, and packaging and turning real consumers, retailers, and communities into advocates, Maggi rebuilt trust where it matters most: at the point of choice. The campaign didn’t just communicate credibility, it made people experience and validate it themselves. The result was both emotional and commercial impact at scale: trust scores rose from 63% to 84%, NPS improved from 67% to 86%, rural consumption surged by 63%, and penetration grew by 29% delivering Maggi’s highest-ever rural sales. A clear demonstration that when brands earn trust, growth follows.

Credits

Entrant Company

  • McCann IndiaGurugram , India

Individual Credtis

  • Team McCannCreative Agency, McCann

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