Zomato’s quirky and often humorous notifications are a well-known part of its brand, but this time, a witty reply from a Delhi man has caught the internet’s attention. Rishabh Kaushik, a visual effects artist, received a message from the food delivery service that read: “Akansha is on leave. So today, I’m asking you to order lunch. – Shefali, marketing team.” Instead of simply acknowledging the notification, Kaushik shared it on X (formerly Twitter), adding his humorous twist: “Hello @zomato, can you please tell Shefali that I’m on leave as well, and if Akansha doesn’t have any plans for the day, we can go on lunch together.”
The post quickly went viral, gaining over 80,000 views, along with hundreds of likes and shares. Zomato has yet to respond, but netizens were quick to join in on the fun. Some joked about Shefali paying for lunch, while others shared similar experiences with the name Akansha, calling it “the new matrimony site.”
This playful exchange has not only entertained many but also sparked a conversation about Zomato’s unconventional approach to marketing. In a separate incident, Zomato recently made headlines for a controversial job listing for a Chief of Staff position, which required candidates to donate Rs 20 lakh to Feeding India and forgo a salary in the first year, leading to significant backlash online.
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