Subliminal advertising if done right could become the smartest marketing ploy made by advertisers. The hidden meaning behind the normal layout speaks much more about that print ad without having the advertiser explain it to a consumer.

Popular for its notorious subliminal print ads in Pakistan, Hardees has over time released a number of subliminal print advertisements that shock everyone. The pictures portray sly, smart and at the same time witty advertising which impresses a lot of people.

Here are the top Subliminal Print Ads released over the last few years!

1.Hardees

The highly suggestive ads created an uproar on social media!

2. Nando’s

Known for quick responses and witty puns, Nando’s got in trouble after the release of this print ad that received numerous backlash from people across the globe.

Nando’s – ‘Try Something You Can Grab With Both Hands’

3. Josh

This Pakistani contraceptive brand is breaking all cultural and environmental constraints with their sensual and suggestive ads.


4. Slice

The beverage brand has been portraying more of Katrina rather than the product in their advertising. The ad below saying, “Iske saamne sab pheeka padh jayega” confuses people.

Is the Brand referring to the drink or the diva?

5. Hunky Dory’s

Well the name of the snacks give us a big hint about the kind of ads this company would be making!

6. Magnum

This premium ice-cream brand uses ‘pleasure’ to appeal to the masses! This print ad makes the viewer see something different from what the actual product is. What do you see?

7. Heineken

This famous subliminal add totally tricks you into seeing something else rather than the bottle!

8. Dolce & Gabbana

We’re not too sure as to what the luxury brand is trying to portray. Glorifying women being assaulted is definitely a big NO!

9. Arby’s

The fast food chain follows Hardee’s strategy of advertising.

10. Nivea

For a minute we forgot these were knees!

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