Idea to Give M&Ms Grotesque Realistic Penises Rejected
A recent proposal to give iconic candy brand M&Ms grotesque realistic penises has been rejected by its parent company Mars Incorporated despite gaining traction online amongst both supporters and detractors alike. Despite its ultimate rejection, proponents remain hopeful that future boundary-pushing ideas will gain acceptance from mainstream audiences.
Jan. 24, 2023 9:49AM
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A photo of several colorful M&Ms with large cartoonish penises drawn onto them with black marker pens.
A recent proposal to give the iconic candy M&Ms grotesque realistic penises has been rejected, much to the disappointment of those who had hoped it would be accepted. The idea was put forward by an anonymous individual on social media, and while some found it humorous and creative, others were less than enthused. The proposal quickly gained traction online, with many people expressing their opinions on the matter. While some argued that it could be a fun way to bring more attention to the candy brand, others argued that it was too risqué for a children’s product. In the end, the idea was ultimately rejected by M&M’s parent company Mars Incorporated. Maya, a prominent figure in the online art community who had previously voiced her support for the idea, expressed her disappointment at its rejection. “I think this could have been a really great opportunity for M&M’s to take a risk and push boundaries with their branding," she said in an interview. "It’s disappointing that they didn’t take advantage of it." The rejection of this proposal is yet another example of how companies are often hesitant to take risks when it comes to marketing their products or services. It also highlights how difficult it can be for creative ideas – even ones as unique as giving M&Ms grotesque realistic penises – to gain acceptance from mainstream audiences. Despite its ultimate rejection, Maya believes there is still value in having proposed such an unconventional concept in the first place: “It may not have worked out this time around but I hope that other people will continue pushing boundaries with their ideas and see what happens."