Travis Kelce branded 'nepo boyfriend' as he stars in new Pepsi commercial with Megan Thee Stallion
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Kansas City Chiefs star Travis Kelce is at the center of a new Pepsi commercial, where he plays the role of a Roman gladiator, as per Daily Mail.
However, while the campaign promotes the new NFL season and the highly anticipated 'Gladiator II' movie, it has sparked a wave of backlash on social media.
Some fans have labeled Kelce as a "nepo boyfriend," suggesting his rising prominence is due to his high-profile relationship with Taylor Swift.
Travis Kelce stars in new Pepsi commercial with Megan Thee Stallion
Pepsi’s latest commercial brings together some of the biggest names in football for an epic Roman-themed campaign.
The ad, which launched just before the NFL season opener, features Kelce alongside other football stars—Josh Allen, quarterback for the Buffalo Bills; Derrick Henry, running back for the Baltimore Ravens; and Justin Jefferson, wide receiver for the Minnesota Vikings.
The commercial ties into the excitement surrounding the upcoming 'Gladiator II' movie, which stars Hollywood heavyweights like Paul Mescal, Pedro Pascal, Denzel Washington, Joseph Quinn, and Connie Nielsen.
In the three-minute spot, the football stars are dressed as Roman gladiators, stepping into an ancient coliseum to a roaring crowd.
The scene kicks off with two fans sitting in a bar, discussing their fantasy football teams, and the discussion quickly turns to the four athletes who appear in the commercial.
As the camera zooms in, the fans hear the familiar "stomp, stomp, clap" rhythm of Queen's iconic anthem 'We Will Rock You'. Suddenly, the rim of a Pepsi can transform into a Roman coliseum, and the athletes emerge from the tunnel in full gladiator gear, with shields, and breastplates gleaming.
Megan Thee Stallion, playing the empress, takes control of the action. As the athletes prepare for their gladiatorial battle, she commands the release of tigers into the arena.
What follows is an action-packed sequence where the football players fend off the big cats using their athletic skills, transforming the ancient gladiator battle into something reminiscent of a football game.
The commercial climaxes with the athletes tricking the final tiger, after which Megan Thee Stallion descends into the arena. Grabbing a Pepsi, she confidently declares, "Let game day begin," as the crowd raises their drinks in celebration.
The ad cleverly ties football's intensity with the drama of ancient Rome, all set to a remix of 'We Will Rock You' performed by Megan Thee Stallion herself.
Travis Kelce's role in the commercial triggers 'nepo boyfriend' accusations
Despite the ad’s star power and excitement, Travis Kelce’s role in the commercial has triggered a less-than-enthusiastic response from some corners of the internet.
One person remarked, "Not this nepo boyfriend." Another said, "Kelce is getting more out of the relationship than Taylor Swift."
"This relationship has become quite lucrative for him and his family. Bordering on overkill to say the least with him," wrote one person. Another added, "Can’t he just go away?! Most people only know him because of Swift."
One individual wrote, "Kelce always looks like a deer in the headlights… no talent but they will continue to lash us with him whether we like it or not due to Swift." Another pointed out, "Kelce is a fraud. No thanks. He's developed his career on a relationship."
One netizen remarked, "So sick of seeing his face. He is everywhere just because he is dating Swift." Another added, "He's taking every opportunity he can while still with TS! Social climber."
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