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Get.CHEFFIN' organised a noodle-making competition. McCain Foods served Korean-inspired Zig Zag Fries alongside a mirror installation. WickedGüd presented Korean-inspired ramen flavours. All brands used their own way to engage with the visitors. But for the first time in the Korean fandom, the brands worked under one common theme. Guests and creators could taste products, customize merchandise, compete in challenges and take photographs instead of simply viewing advertisements. This approach is not just marketing; it's utilising entertainment for commerce. The guests got personalized brand experiences, and Seoul Street became a part of their once-in-a-lifetime activity. How Korean Influence Has Changed the Commerce Engagement in India? According to Chandan Mendiratta, Zepto’s chief brand officer, this is just the beginning. He has described the idea as “snowballing the fandom”. “We definitely want to explore this playbook more, where a fandom can be grown further. 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The event gave unlimited opportunities to the creators for creating shareable content. This approach is a very different model where content and distribution are at the HERO position. Mendiratta also said that Zepto spends more on distribution than on production, though both are important. Can This Become a Repeatable Marketing Model? Zepto has earlier done some similar culture-focused activities such as Fake Shaadi, Naani ka Ghar, and Valentine's Prom Night. The common principle is to use a recognisable cultural reference as a lifetime experience for people. Seoul Street follows the same principle but goes beyond that. It’s not just Nostalgia but a shared interest among thousands of buyers across India. The platform may turn into theme-based activations where new brands can emerge as star players. 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