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Welcome to: Spätkauf Chuba! The "Chuba meets Chupa" Campaign

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Published on September 11, 2024

Solutions: Creativity & Content
Consumer products goods
Welcome to: Spätkauf Chuba! The "Chuba meets Chupa" Campaign
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Chupa Chups started with a simple yet groundbreaking idea: enjoy sweets without the mess—"eating candy with a fork." This led to the creation of the iconic lollipop, a sweet treat loved by generations.

Over the years, the brand has continued to innovate, keeping its playful spirit alive with new flavors, creative partnerships, and bold campaigns. In 2023 and 2024, Chupa Chups took a fresh leap forward by teaming up with pop sensation Nina Chuba, aiming to connect with a new generation of fans.


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Context & Challenges

To stay relevant in today’s fast-paced market, Chupa Chups aimed to increase its appeal to both Gen Z and shoppers aged 25-45. These audiences have different expectations, so the task was to find a communication strategy that could speak to both while staying true to the brand’s "Forever Fun" identity. The goal was to create a message that would resonate across multiple platforms and bring the iconic lollipop into the spotlight for both younger and older consumers.

The challenge lay in combining Chupa Chups' timeless charm with modern trends, making sure the brand felt fresh and exciting to a younger generation without losing its broader appeal.

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Our approach and solution

To bridge this gap, we chose to link Chupa Chups with the current pop culture landscape through a collaboration with Nina Chuba—a rising star whose energetic style perfectly aligned with the brand’s playful essence. Her hit song “Wildberry Lillet” had already captured the hearts of Gen Z, and her wide appeal also reached older shoppers familiar with her through their children. This partnership allowed Chupa Chups to blend nostalgia with contemporary culture in an authentic and engaging way.

After a successful 2023 campaign, we saw the potential to go even bigger in 2024. That’s when the idea for the “Hidden Späti” was born. The vision was to bring together the excitement of discovery, childhood nostalgia, and pop culture in one unforgettable, real-life experience.

In August 2024, we brought this idea to life by opening a secret Nina Chuba-themed late-night shop—“Späti”—in Berlin, stocked with Chupa Chups products. Nina herself teased its existence in an announcement video, and fans had to find it for themselves. Once discovered, fans were welcomed with Chupa Chups bundles and had the chance to take part in fun and engaging challenges. We also brought in Rick Azas, a creator closely tied to the Chupa Chups TikTok channel, to host the event, adding an authentic, relatable touch to the experience. Over three days, hundreds of fans visited the Späti, culminating in a special karaoke event. Little did they know, Nina Chuba herself was waiting in the wings to make a surprise appearance.

The final surprise was reserved for a select group of 22 fans, chosen to attend what they believed to be a simple party. Instead, they found themselves at an exclusive secret gig by Nina, creating a once-in-a-lifetime memory for those lucky enough to be there.

The resulting  campaign, which runs until the end of October, has already been a great success, generating impressive engagement and positive feedback.

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Results

  • 01

    20+ million views across social media so far

    The campaign's unique concept generated high engagement, reaching millions through organic and influencer-driven content.

  • 02

    Increased brand relevance among Gen Z

     By aligning with pop culture, Chupa Chups successfully strengthened its appeal to younger audiences without losing its broader customer base.

  • 03

    Positive feedback from Chupa Chups and Nina Chuba's team

    Both the client and the artist praised the collaboration and expressed interest in continuing it in 2025.

  • 04

    Highlighted in industry publications

    The campaign's creativity and impact earned mentions in trade press, enhancing brand visibility in the media.

  • 05

    Organic content creation by influencers

    Lots of influencers participated voluntarily, producing content that further amplified the campaign's reach and authenticity.

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