MUMBAI: Burgers, fries and smiles have landed in Gorakhpur and it’s lovin’ it already. McDonald’s has officially fired up its grills in Gorakhpur, marking its much-anticipated entry into the city with a sprawling 113-seater restaurant at Nayak Enclave, Basharatpur. With snazzy interiors, a digital-first experience, and an all-star menu of global favourites and desi delights, the outlet promises to be more than just a pit stop, it’s a flavourful new hangout.
Whether you’re craving a McAloo Tikki post-lecture, catching up over coffee with friends, or indulging in a Maharaja Mac after a shopping spree, the new outlet caters to everyone, students, families, and those simply seeking a satisfying bite.
The restaurant is decked out with self-ordering kiosks, table service, and guest experience leaders, ensuring a slick, queue-free dining experience. And with takeaway and dine-in options available, it’s convenience served with a side of crispy fries.
Announcing the restaurant launch, McDonald’s managing director for India – North and East Rajeev Ranjan said, “It fills us with immense joy to open our doors in Gorakhpur, a city known for its deep-rooted culture, vibrant youth, and welcoming spirit. Through our new restaurant, we wish to be part of the everyday celebrations of residents of Gorakhpur, offering global menu, great tasting delicious food that’s not just quick and convenient, but also pocket friendly. We are hopeful of our restaurant becoming a go-to place for the residents of the city – from coffee breaks to family treats and student hangouts.
But it’s not just about the menu. As part of McDonald’s for Youth programme, the Gorakhpur outlet will also create employment opportunities for local talent, particularly from underprivileged backgrounds, giving the city’s youth a flavour of economic inclusion.
With nearly 245 outlets across North and East India, McDonald’s continues to bring its signature blend of taste, technology and community focus to more cities and in Gorakhpur, it looks like the love story is just beginning.
MUMBAI: Mcdonald’s India north and east is digging deep into the digital realm, teaming up with Warner Bros to launch the Minecraft Movie Meal. Forget your standard Happy Meal; this is a block-party in a box, a pixel-perfect fusion of fast food and virtual adventure.
Inspired by the upcoming “A Minecraft Movie,” the meal boxes are a cheeky nod to fans who’ve been building virtual Mcdonald’s restaurants in their Minecraft worlds for years. Gen Alpha and Gen Z are the targets, with Happy Meals and medium meals packing limited-edition Minecraft-themed boxes and collectible trading cards.
We keep looking for ways to bring our customers closer to the things they love. The Minecraft Movie Meal is an exciting fusion of gaming and food, designed to spark creativity and adventure for both Gen Z and Gen Alpha. With its pixel-inspired packaging and bold flavors, this collaboration transforms mealtime into an immersive experience, much like the game itself. Just as Minecraft empowers players to build and explore, this meal encourages our fans to ignite conversations and craft unforgettable memorable moments with friends and family over their favorite McDonald’s treats” said Mcdonald’s India managing director Rajeev Ranjan.
MUMBAI: McDonald’s India – north and east is striking a crispy, crunchy, and catchy chord with food lovers through its latest campaign, Shakashaka. This quirky, mockumentary-style campaign reimagines shakeshake fries as more than just a snack, it’s now a musical instrument, thanks to the eccentric and musically enlightened Papaji.
The campaign follows Papaji, who discovers that the rhythmic shaking of the shakeshake fries bag produces the vibrations of the cosmos, leading to the birth of Shakashaka, a movement that teaches fans the art of Shak-ing, Shuk-ing, and Shik-ing their way to flavour-filled enlightenment. “Fries may be French, but the sounds they produce are universal,” declares Papaji, as he recruits a cult of Shakashakers, even hosting live classes at select McDonald’s locations to spread the joy of shaking.
McDonald’s India – north and east has tapped into the insight that fans love the ritual of shaking the fries as much as eating them. With music playing a crucial role in gen z’s identity, the Shakashaka campaign transforms this simple act into an immersive and shareable experience.
McDonald’s India managing director for north and east Rajeev Ranjan said, “At McDonald’s, we believe every meal should be more than just delicious! Our Shakashaka campaign is designed to turn dining into an interactive, fun-filled moment where great taste meets excitement. With every sprinkle, shake, and bite, customers become part of the flavour adventure, making each meal uniquely theirs.”
To make the celebration even more appetising, the campaign also introduces McDeal meals—an affordable way for customers to enjoy their favourite McDonald’s flavours without breaking the bank. Starting at just Rs 69, the new offers include Mcchicken patty with piri piri seasoning for Rs 69, Mcaloo tikki burger with piri piri fries for Rs 79, and veg surprise or chicken surprise with piri piri fries for Rs 89, ensuring a deliciously pocket-friendly indulgence.
Mumbai: This festive season, McDonald’s India – North and East is enhancing celebrations with the shordaar crunch! The brand is introducing the new McCrispy range, featuring the McCrispy Chicken burger and Crispy Veggie burger, two exciting additions that promise to elevate your festive meals.
The McCrispy Chicken Burger offers a perfectly fried, whole-muscle chicken fillet patty in a soft, glazed bun, topped with fresh lettuce and creamy ranch mayo. This burger delivers a satisfying crunch and flavor in every bite, making it a great choice for festive gatherings.
The Crispy Veggie Burger caters to vegetarian customers with a crispy patty made from a blend of seven vegetables, including aubergine, capsicum, corn, and zucchini. It shares the same Shordaar Crunch as the chicken burger and is complemented by the glazed bun and ranch sauce, providing bold taste and texture.
McDonald’s India – North and East MD, Rajeev Ranjan said, “At McDonald’s India – North & East, we are passionate about understanding evolving tastes and needs of our customers and meeting them through constant menu innovations. This festive season, we’re excited to add joy to the celebrations of our customers with our sensational new offerings – McCrispy Chicken Burger and Crispy Veggie Burger. Truly one of a kind, these burgers with soft glazed bun, fresh lettuce, creamy sauce and “shordaar” crunchy fillet, provide a sublime multi-sensorial delightful experience with each succulent bite delivering a rich Savory flavourful profile leaving the customer craving for more of its decadent goodness.”
The McCrispy Burger and Crispy Veggie Burger are starting at Rs 199 & 179 respectively.
Mumbai: McDonald’s India – North and East has announced the launch of its new ‘Signature Collection,’ a lineup of gourmet burgers. The signature collection is aimed at tapping the growing premium segment by adding culinary sophistication to McDonald’s iconic menu, setting new benchmarks for quality and flavor in the quick-service restaurant industry.
Ahead of the launch, McDonald’s launched ‘Imagined in AI’ campaign leveraging the power of AI technology to bring an interactive experience for customers to imagine ‘The Signature Collection’. The campaign combined user-provided inputs with AI-generated visuals, offering customers an immersive experience with the brand along with a chance to avail ‘Signature Collection’ reward card benefits.
Commenting on the launch of the new Signature Collection, McDonald’s India – North and East MD Rajeev Ranjan said, “We’ve handpicked the finest ingredients to create our Signature Collection of gourmet burgers that offer a remarkable gastronomical experience. Each burger is meticulously crafted to deliver a distinctive organoleptic sensation, engaging all senses to provide a multi-sensorial delight with every bite. This collection promises a truly elevated dining experience, combining gourmet quality with the beloved flavors of McDonald’s.”
McDonald’s has introduced its Signature Collection in North and East India, offering a new dining experience with gourmet ingredients.
The Signature Collection features a soft potato bun that complements the juicy patties. The Grand Cheese burger includes a molten cheese patty and a corn and cheese patty, topped with smoky chipotle sauce, lettuce, red cabbage, and gherkins. The Grand Chicken burger features a tender chicken patty with mayo, lettuce, red cabbage, gherkins, and a cheese slice.
Dining-in customers receive their burgers with complimentary fries on a wooden paddle, and crew members are dressed in Signature Collection uniforms. The Grand Cheese and Grand Chicken burgers are priced at Rs 225 and Rs 229, respectively.
The new Signature Collection is perfect for a delicious meal on the go, and can be relished at the nearest McDonald’s restaurant, through Delivery (Swiggy, Zomato or Magic Pin), takeaway, or drive thru.
Mumbai: Chicken lovers, get ready for a delicious surprise. McDonald’s India – North and East’s latest Chicken Surprise burger is making its entry just in time during the summer holidays. Launched at an entry-level price of ₹65/-*, a-la-carte (original price ₹69/-) and ₹99/-, as part of three-piece meal, Chicken Surprise burger is a feel-good, affordable delight for chicken lovers.
To promote the new Chicken Surprise burger, the brand has launched a 360-degree marketing campaign focused on announcing the launch of Chicken Surprise burger and Chicken Surprise Meal that will be under the umbrella of McDeal@₹99/-. The campaign is targeted at GenZ emphasizing the brand’s role in making feel-good affordable chicken – that is generally perceived as expensive – available for everyone.
Leading the campaign is a TVC that narrates a light-hearted, insightful story showcasing how McDonald’s continues to be a preferred hangout destination for Gen Z, especially for the ones with shoestring budget. With the new Chicken Surprise on the menu, value conscious chicken lovers have a new reason to celebrate. The TVC features a young group of 5-7 friends in a McDonald’s restaurant – with one of them wearing a birthday cap. They are in front of the ordering counter and signal him to order, expecting a birthday treat for the whole group. He gulps, looks around and in a small (feeble) voice asks, “Kya Khaaoge?” (What would you like to eat?) All his friends respond in unison and say, “Chickaaaaaaaannnnnnnn”, expecting chicken meal(s). This is where a worried frown is seen on his face (thinking that treating his friends with chicken meals will probably not fit his budget). He soon gets relieved after noticing the Chicken Surprise Meal @ ₹99/- on the menu. He then confidently announces, “Aaj bhai ka budday hai, sabke liye CHICKEN SURPRISE MEAL” (it’s your friend’s birthday, everyone will get chicken treat). This real-life birthday party scene highlights the latest addition of Chicken Surprise Meal to McDeal starting @ ₹99/- at McDonald’s (India – North and East). McDeal starting @₹99/- now includes choice of a burger out of Chicken Surprise or Veg Surprise or McAloo Tikki, served with regular fries and regular Coke – all for an affordable price of just ₹99/-.
Adding Bollywood dazzle to the table, filmmaker Karan Johar expressed his excitement on social media. He announced the launch of the new Chicken Surprise meal at McDonald’s India – North & East, surprisingly priced at Rs 99. Karan’s charismatic and witty commentary has fans and foodies eagerly anticipating the new Chicken Surprise burger, which is expertly crafted to deliver a simple yet classic flavor in every bite.
Talking about the launch of Chicken Surprise burger, McDonald’s India – North and East MD Rajeev Ranjan said, “At McDonald’s India – North & East, we are passionate about understanding evolving tastes and needs of our customers through our menu innovations. We are committed to offer exciting customer centric, high quality McDonald’s food and experiences. Our new addition – Chicken Surprise burger offers an irresistible choice for chicken lovers with flavourful, juicy chicken taste and the signature crunch they love.”
Tastefully crafted with high quality ingredients, Chicken Surprise burger comes with a succulent crispy golden chicken patty nestled between a soft, toasted bun and generously topped with chipotle sauce, and shredded onion. Customers also have the choice to personalize their burger by opting for whole wheat bun, double patties, and additional toppings** of their choice such as lettuce, tomato, and cheese slice to elevate their dining experience. With Chicken Surprise burger, McDonald’s India – North and East has added yet another scrumptious and delicious option to its extensive chicken offerings that include Chicken McNuggets, Chicken McWings, Butter Chicken burger, McSpicy Chicken burger, McChicken burger, Chicken McGrill burger, Chicken Maharaja Mac and Spicy Chicken wrap.
The new chicken surprise burger is a perfect option for a quick and delicious meal on the go or can be relished at the nearest McDonald’s restaurant (except pure-vegetarian restaurants) or through McDelivery (Swiggy, Zomato or Magic Pin), or through takeaway, or drive-thru.
Every McDonald’s product undergoes rigorous quality inspections at various stages—from sourcing to processing to serving in restaurants. Specifically, McDonald’s chicken products are subjected to nearly 64 stringent quality tests from farm to fork to ensure top-notch quality and taste.
Mumbai: With the aim to delight customers with its diverse food menu on the buyer’s app, McDonald’s, India North and East joined ONDC (Open Network for Digital Commerce) Network to enhance customer accessibility.
The partnership signifies the brand’s efforts to reach closer to customers by penetrating additional digital platforms. The menu of McDonald’s India North and East will now be available* across ONDC buyers’ applications with exclusive ala carte and meal options.
Speaking on the initiative, McDonald’s India – North and East MD Rajeev Ranjan said, “We are excited to announce our collaboration with the ONDC Network. This is a significant step in our journey of making the McDonald’s experience more accessible to existing and new customers. With the power of ONDC’s technologically enabled fully integrated inclusive consumer-friendly platform and our strength of high-quality great-tasting food served quickly with a smile every at time, we are committed to build a more profound and meaningful connection with our customers.
ONDC MD and CEO T Koshy said “McDonald’s India integration with the ONDC Network marks a monumental milestone in our journey to revolutionize digital commerce across the country. This development underscores the growing acceptance and trust that established brands like McDonald’s have in ONDC’s open, inclusive, and interoperable Network. As more and more brands join us, it amplifies our commitment to empower businesses, foster healthy competition, and provide consumers with unparalleled choice and convenience.”
By integrating with the ONDC Network, McDonald’s North and East India is well-positioned to leverage the power of technology to expand its reach and better serve customers. This collaboration enables us to partner with all buyer applications that can help transform our operational landscape and enrich the overall experience of our valued customers.
Mumbai: – As a commitment to bringing in sustainability and community involvement across each of its functions, McDonald’s India- North and East in its latest initiative has taken a step ahead by repurposing its out-of-home marketing material into school bags for kids. The initiative is conceptualised and executed in collaboration with OMD India with the goal of reducing plastic waste.
Faced with the global plastic pollution crisis, brands all over the world are working to reduce plastic waste. McDonald’s India North and East leads the way in creating out-of-home advertising and recognises that billboard vinyl, which is made of non-biodegradable polymers, contributes significantly to plastic waste.
Speaking on this initiative, McDonald’s India – North and East, managing director Rajeev Ranjan stated, “Our sustainability efforts are focused on keeping communities clean, protecting the planet for future generations, and supporting our long-term business resilience. We continuously explore avenues to reduce waste, transition to more sustainable materials, while simultaneously making a meaningful contribution to communities. The repurposing of billboard materials into school bags exemplifies our dedication to achieving both of these goals in an innovative and impactful manner. This endeavour not only marks a significant stride for us toward strengthening sustainable practices but also underscores our dedication to creating a significant positive impact within our communities.”
Discussing the campaign, OMD India Team CEO Anisha Iyer expressed her delight, “As people’s mindsets increasingly shift from a consumerist approach to one that’s more conscious and intent-driven, advertising’s focus on sustainability gets stronger than ever. We see Happy Bags as not just a campaign but a heartwarming step towards sustainable practices for McDonald’s. Channelling the Indian spirit, we’re pleased to be emphasizing the need for innovative approaches to driving social and environmental impact.”
Mumbai: McDonald’s India North and East’s new heart-warming video captures the essence of Diwali with a twist. Titled “Celebrating #ForyourotherDiwali” the film showcases the joy of celebrating the festival of lights in a unique way, with the all-new special Wraps, the perfect on-the-go snacking option.
Talking about the launch of the campaign and the special Wraps, McDonald’s India – North and East managing director Rajeev Ranjan said, “Our festivals are a time of togetherness, laughter & bonding. At McDonald’s India North & East we understand the importance of Feel-good delicious memorable moments created during these occasions. Apart from usual grandeur of lights and Rangolis, the peacefulness of a traditional puja, intimate gathering with family and friends, there are many other unique ways, our customers create times of togetherness and celebrate those moments during Diwali. Our new film built on this insight featuring the launch of value wraps, Available for a limited time only, is calling everyone to embrace their own unique way of celebrating Diwali. We are hopeful of this resonating well with our customers”
Conceptualised by DDB Mudra Group, North, the film opens in a Delhi neighbourhood colony on Diwali night. Two teenage friends arrive on the scene, a McDonald’s bag in their hands, clearly looking for someone. They are being guided by a third friend over the phone towards a basket hanging by a rope. They load the bag in the basket, and it rises towards the building’s roof, being pulled up by their friend. We now see that he is on a special meeting with a girl on terrace. As the couple enjoys their McDonald’s wraps, a tender moment unfolds between them under the velvet sky, punctuated by sparkling fireworks. The perfect setting for an Other Diwali moment celebrated with McDonald’s Value Wraps.
Introduced for a limited period, the special wraps consisting of three different variants, make an excellent selection for anyone seeking a flavoursome snack or meal during the festival season. These festive period wraps would be offered ala-carte and in meals in select McDonald’s outlets in the North and East regions, as well as through Delivery partners, takeout, and drive-thru. The wraps would be Available in three options McAloo Wrap, McEgg Wrap, and Tandoori Chicken Wrap are priced at an attractive price point of Rs 79 & above
Mumbai: McDonald’s India- North and East, one of India’s most loved restaurant brands, has launched a quirky television commercial featuring its brand ambassador, Kartik Aaryan revealing his favourite McDonald’s meal. The TVC takes the fans on a laughter-filled roller coaster with his signature monologue style in a unique McDonald’s way.
The Kartik Aaryan Meal includes his favourite, go-to menu items from McDonald’s – the classic McAloo Tikki Burger, delicious cheesy fries, ever-so favourite Pizza McPuff with a regular beverage, served as a four-piece meal. To add to the fans’ delight, the 4-pieces meal will be served in a special Kartik Aaryan-themed, QR-code-enabled packaging offering fans an opportunity to take a virtual selfie with their favorite celebrity.
Talking about the launch of the TVC, McDonald’s India – North and East MD Rajeev Ranjan said, “This campaign is all about knowing a little better the ones we like & love and celebrating the feel-good delicious moments and shared laughter at McDonald’s. We’re proud to unveil and bring Kartik’s favourite go-to McDonald’s meal to our customers and fans and provide a limited-time-opportunity to our customers to eat as their favourite celebrity and youth Icon. We are hopeful of this campaign reigniting our customer’s and fans’ love for our food and creating another cultural moment for our brand’s association with youth and the younger generation.”
Conceptualised by DDB Mudra, the TVC opens in a McDonald’s restaurant, where Kartik Aaryan and his friend stand at the counter, greeted by a warm smile at the front counter. Before Kartik can respond, his friend asks about his order. Kartik looks at him a little annoyed and begins to vent about how his friends always ask the most obvious things in every imaginable scenario. Just when he mentions that his best friend doesn’t even know his favourite meal, the server smoothly slides a tray in front of Kartik, revealing the “Kartik Aaryan Meal.” The TVC ends with Kartik suggesting McDonald’s to create a meal named after him so that his friend never forgets it.
“No matter who you are, everyone has a go-to McDonald’s order. This truth forms the basis of McDonald’s global platform called ‘Famous Orders’. The new Kartik Aaryan Meal aims to transform a visit to McDonald’s into an opportunity for people to connect with their hero, creating a one-of-a-kind cultural experience for youth tastemakers,” said DDB Tribal creative head Iraj Fraz.
