Every Desi Had The Same Weekend Plan As Haldiram’s Opened In London; Viral Video Shows Large Crowds

Haldiram’s has made a highly anticipated debut in the United Kingdom, with its first-ever outlet in London currently attracting massive crowds. A user recently took to his social media to show long waiting lines outside the newly opened store in Leicester Square, with many members of the Indian diaspora turning up to experience a taste of home. Scroll down to know more.

Haldiram Opens Its First-Ever Outlet In The UK

An Instagram video posted by the account has views. we.explore reveals dozens of people waiting outside the outlet. The clip features the text, “POV: Haldiram’s first-ever outlet in London, and every Indian here had the same weekend plan.” Sharing the video, the person wrote, “The crowd, the excitement, the long queues… all for Haldiram’s first outlet in London. Safe to say every desi had the same plan this weekend! Would you stand in this queue?”

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The video shows a constant stream of customers lining up outside the store, with people from different backgrounds waiting eagerly to enter. The launch has generated excitement online, with many calling it a proud moment for London’s Indian community. For many Indians living in the UK, Haldiram’s debut marks more than just the opening of another restaurant. The brand is known for familiar Indian snacks, sweets and quick meals, making its London debut a nostalgic experience for many Indians living abroad.

How Did Social Media React To It?

As soon as the video was posted, it received a lot of views and comments from all across the world. The official page of Haldiram UK also commented and said, “Delhi called. Leicester Square answered.”

One user wrote, “Guys go for khatta metta by Haldiram.”

Another wrote, “Wow, I thought the comments would be supportive; sad to see Indians hating on Indian companies being bigger wth”.

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One user wrote, “Prices are high when you convert to Indian rupees, but the pound is much higher.”