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IPL 2025: What Are 3 Most Annoying Ads? Why Does IPL Feel More Like a Battleground for These Visual Pollution?

IPL 2025 has been a rollercoaster of cricketing action, but if there’s one thing that’s been more consistent than the boundary hits, it’s the sheer number of annoying ads taking over the broadcast. Sure, we all expect a few commercials during breaks, but this year, the lines between cricket and marketing seem to have blurred.

Brands like Kamla Pasand, Parle, and Mi Eleven Circle have made sure that their ads are unforgettable, but not in a good way. With repetitive jingles, overbearing campaigns, and non-stop interruptions, fans have found themselves wishing for a mute button or a longer commercial break—anything to escape the ad onslaught.

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So, let’s dive into what’s really grinding fans’ gears in IPL 2025 and why these ads feel more like a battleground than a cricket tournament.

Kamla Pasand’s Overbearing Campaign

If there's one ad that has sparked a social media storm this season, it’s Kamla Pasand. Known for its pan masala products, Kamla Pasand has taken over IPL broadcasts with its frequent, loud, and extremely repetitive advertisements.

Played on loop during almost every commercial break, this ad has pushed many IPL viewers to their limits. The sheer volume and frequency of these commercials are grating, and the tone is jarring enough to make fans wish they could skip the ad altogether. Some have even gone as far as using browser extensions to mute or block the ad completely.

The repetitive nature of Kamla Pasand's ads is, frankly, impossible to ignore. While the company likely aims to embed its brand in the minds of viewers, it's becoming more of a visual assault than an effective marketing strategy. Rather than enhancing the IPL experience, these ads distract from the cricket, making the games feel like a never-ending commercial.

Parle Marie: A Biscuit’s Struggle to Stay Relevant

Parle Marie biscuits have been around for decades, but somehow, their ad campaign during IPL 2025 has managed to steal the spotlight: for all the wrong reasons. You would think that biscuits, a simple snack most people take for granted, wouldn’t need to shout for attention. Yet Parle's new campaign has made it clear that you won't be heard unless you say "Parle Marie" in just the right way.

The ads are a masterclass in repetition. Lines like, “Dena zara Marie!” and “Parle Marie maang rahi hoon main!” have been drilled into the minds of viewers. Whether you're at a grocery store, a kitty party, or even just watching the IPL, you’re constantly reminded that no other Marie biscuit will do. The tone, which could be catchy at first, becomes mind-numbing after the hundredth repetition.

It’s safe to say that Parle’s strategy has worked in terms of getting people to remember "Parle Marie," but it has also made some viewers wish for a break from the constant barrage.

Mi Eleven Circle: The Ad That Just Won’t Quit

Then we have Mi Eleven Circle, an ad that has taken IPL 2025 by storm and not in the best way. “Aaja Mere Circle Mein Aaja” might sound familiar because it’s been played way too often. This ad has become a source of frustration for many cricket fans. It’s everywhere during every break, repeatedly, and with a tone that feels more like an aggressive sales pitch than a catchy jingle.

The problem with the Mi Eleven Circle ad isn’t just that it’s loud; it’s the constant interruption of the game. Fans tune into the IPL for the cricket, but instead, they’re being bombarded with this ad every few minutes. The repetitive, earworm nature of the jingle makes it hard to focus on anything else, and soon, the excitement of the match takes a backseat to the irritation of the ad. While the ad may have succeeded in terms of visibility, it’s left many viewers wishing for the mute button or a more varied advertising experience.

Why IPL 2025 Feels Like an Advertising Marathon

IPL 2025 has become more of a marathon of commercials than a celebration of cricket. Fans are tuning in to watch some of the best cricketers in the world, but all too often, they’re bombarded by one ad after another, each more annoying than the last. The loud jingles, the repetitive campaigns, and the constant celebrity endorsements have overshadowed the excitement of the game itself.

In the world of cricket advertising, there’s a fine line between effective marketing and visual pollution. And unfortunately, this year, IPL 2025 is teetering dangerously on the wrong side. Brands like Kamla Pasand, Parle, and Mi Eleven Circle have found a way to force their messages into the spotlight but in doing so, they’ve also managed to test the patience of viewers who just want to watch the game without constant interruptions.

Story first published: Tuesday, May 6, 2025, 19:44 [IST]
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