SaralnamaPiyush Pandey, famous Indian advertising guru, died on Thursday at 70. He was in a coma for weeks due to a severe infection. Pandey, creative leader at Ogilvy India, was known for iconic ads like 'Fevicol ka jod' and 'Mile sur mera tumhara'. He also created BJP's slogan 'Abki baar Modi sarkar'. Many celebrities expressed grief on social media. Writer Suhel Seth called him a true patriot and gentleman. Filmmaker Hansal Mehta said the ad world lost its shine. Pandey was awarded the Padma Shri for his contributions to advertising. To create memorable ads like Pandey's, focus on emotional storytelling and cultural relevance. (Updated 24 Oct 2025, 19:02 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- Piyush Pandey, famous Indian advertising guru, died on Thursday at 70
- He was in a coma for weeks due to a severe infection
- Pandey, creative leader at Ogilvy India, was known for iconic ads like 'Fevicol ka jod' and 'Mile sur mera tumhara'