Press Release
October 25, 2025
A note from Grey Truffle to _Piyush Pandey_ for inspiring us

(1955 - 2025) Grey Truffle pays tribute to an icon.

Piyush Pandey: An icon of Indian advertising, passes away at age 70. Image Copyrights: Ogilvy
Piyush Pandey: An icon of Indian advertising, passes away at age 70. Image Copyrights: Ogilvy

Piyush Pandey wasn't just a name in advertising. He was the heartbeat of a generation that learned to love brands through stories that felt real, rooted, and warm. His work didn't just sell products—it made people feel something.

For decades, Piyush shaped how India spoke, laughed, and remembered its brands. From the unforgettable "Fevicol ka jod hai, tutega nahi" to "Kuch khaas hai hum sabhi mein" for Cadbury Dairy Milk, and "Har ghar kuch kehta hai" for Asian Paints - his words became a part of everyday language. He turned ads into memories.

Play where you can make a difference.

— Piyush Pandey

That one line sums up everything he stood for - work that wasn't made to impress, but to connect. Piyush Pandey taught us that advertising isn't about cleverness. It's about truth told beautifully. He reminded us that creativity belongs not in boardrooms, but in conversations, in shared laughter, in small-town nostalgia, in everyday people. His passing marks the end of an era - but his words, his work, and his warmth will stay etched in every frame, jingle, and headline he inspired.

Dear Mr. Piyush

"We never had the chance to meet you, but your words have shaped the way we think about creativity. You made us believe that the best stories are the simplest ones. That a good idea doesn't need noise, only honesty. Thank you for making Indian advertising soulful, human, and timeless. May your soul rest in peace. You will be missed."

— Team Grey Truffle

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