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LION’s Osama Siddiq: Spill the vimto, not tears

LION’s Osama Siddiq makes the case for humour within Ramadan advertising.

LION’s Osama Siddiq makes the case for humour within Ramadan advertising

For decades, Ramadan advertising has been a predictable playbook: cue the dramatic music, roll out the slow-motion family reunions and bring on the heart-wrenching generosity. The result? A sea of emotionally charged, tear-jerking commercials that leave audiences reaching for tissues faster than they reach for their iftar dates. But here’s the thing – Ramadan isn’t just about sentimentality. It’s also about joy, laughter and the kind of slapstick humour that only emerges when someone is running on three hours of sleep and an empty stomach.
Between the legendary Favazeer game shows, over-the-top sitcoms and unintentional comedy of fasting-induced forgetfulness, Ramadan is already pack


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the authorHiba Faisal
Hiba Faisal is a Junior Reporter at Campaign Middle East, part of Motivate Media Group. She handles coverage on influencer marketing and the luxury industry, and is also tasked with the brand’s social media presence. Alongside her daily reportage, she produces and edits video content for Campaign’s digital platforms — including Reels, interviews, and behind-the-scenes features. She specialises in capturing how brands build emotional connections with their audiences by prioritising relevance and authenticity through co-creation and storytelling.