Where did it go? HBO erases takeaway coffee cup from 'GoT' episode after it creates online stir
In an under-the-radar move, the cup was removed from the shot on HBO Go.
By PTI |
Agencies
LOS ANGELES: The much-talked about misplaced takeaway coffee cup in 'Game of Thrones' has now been dumped by HBO a day after the latest episode of the series premiered.
The humble cup on Daenerys Targaryen's table created a stir and helped the fans smell some caffeine during an otherwise dull 'The Last of the Starks' chapter.
Social media brewed some of the funniest and snarkiest comments, and like a good sport the studio also participated in the meme fest, saying Daenerys had 'ordered an herbal tea', but was delivered a latte by mistake.
But on Tuesday, the studio quietly erased the cup, the bringer of embarrassment and ire to the series which is already struggling to keep its fans happy as they near the end.
In an under-the-radar move, the cup was removed from the shot on HBO Go (and, presumably, other streaming platforms as well) sometime overnight.
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Game Of Thrones: Thai King And Other Monarchs Who Hosted Lavish Coronations
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Thailand’s King Maha Vajiralongkorn’s coronation over the weekend featured a 7.3-kg gold crown, and cost a staggering $31.4 million. A few other reigning monarchs who hosted lavish coronations.
Thailand’s King Maha Vajiralongkorn’s coronation over the weekend featured a 7.3-kg gold crown, and cost a staggering $31.4 million. A few other reigning monarchs who hosted lavish coronations.
Who is he? Twenty-ninth Sultan of Brunei, the second-longest reigning monarch in the world after Britain’s Queen Elizabeth II
When: August 1, 1968
Lavish elements: The Sultan arrived for the coronation ceremony in a lavish black and gold state coach pulled by 50 black-costumed Royal Brunei Malay Regiment soldiers. Created especially for the coronation, the state coach had a throne installed, upholstered in tiger skin.
Pièce de résistance: A solid gold arm with an upturned palm — used to support the Sultan’s chin while he wore a three kg crown during the coronation. The crown is currently stored at the Royal Regalia Museum.
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When: August 1, 1968
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Who is he? King of Bhutan
When: November 6, 2008. Although King Jigme sat on the throne in 2006 after his father’s abdication, he was only crowned in 2008 — a celebration that coincided with the centenary anniversary of Bhutan’s monarchy.
Lavish elements: A three-day celebration was hosted in Thimphu where King Jigme interacted freely with the people. Celebrations included dance performances, archery and traditional sports such as snatching of caps and pillow fights over a tub of cold water.
Pièce de résistance: A 100-metre long ‘greeting scroll’ decorated with letters, art and poems from 418 children from across the kingdom.
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When: November 12, 1990
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When: November 12, 1990
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Who is he? Prince of Monaco
When: November 17, 2005
Lavish elements: Prince Albert II’s ascension was marked by two days of extravagant celebration, five months apart. On July 12, following a solemn mass, 7,000 Monegasques were invited to party at a private reception at the palace. A second enthronement ceremony held in November culminated in a military review, a football match and a night at the opera.
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The cup, which was assumed to be from Starbucks, actually came from the production's craft services, The Wall Street Journal confirmed.
The coffee chain, that got a free endorsement thanks to the gaffe on the popular fantasy series, also took the opportunity to promote its Dragon Drink, a pink tropical-inspired blend of sweet mango and dragon fruit flavours.
"TBH we're surprised she didn't order a Dragon Drink," the brand tweeted when the hashtag #Starkbucks started trending on Twitter after the episode aired.
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However, streaming service Hotstar in India, is still carrying the shot with the infamous cup, which is visible for full three seconds.
