Big Billion Days: Big Discounts For the Name Sake

Flipkart’s Big Billion Days 2025 sale created a buzz with eye-popping discounts on flagship smartphones. The iPhone 16 128GB was advertised as low as ₹51,999, and the iPhone 16 Pro base model was shown for ₹75,999—far below regular prices. These deals attracted buyers eager to save thousands and skip purchasing the newer iPhone 17.

The Harsh Reality: Payments Made, Orders Cancelled

Excitement soon gave way to shock for many buyers. Despite successful payments, orders for the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro were cancelled hours after booking. Flipkart cited “payment failure” or “out of stock” as reasons. Shoppers took to social platforms, sharing screenshots of payment success but order cancellations, fueling outrage and accusations of a ‘Big Billion Scam’.

Pixel and Other Phone Buyers Face Same Fate

The chaos was not limited to Apple buyers. Customers who ordered Google Pixel 9, Nothing Phone 3, and even older iPhone 14 models reported similar sudden cancellations and price hikes at checkout. Many buyers felt deceived as the promised discounts either disappeared or were replaced by higher prices just before purchase.

Why Buyers Feel Cheated

• Promoted discounts were often ephemeral, sometimes visible only for moments.
• Prices fluctuated wildly between accounts and during the sale window.
• Cancellation notices arrived without timely refunds or clear explanations.
• Premium members with early access also faced disappointment and blocked credit limits.

Public Reaction: Calls for Accountability

Netizens erupted on platforms like X, tagging Flipkart and demanding justice. One user warned others to take Flipkart to consumer forums, calling it a “nuisance company.” Another lamented multiple cancelled orders blocking credit cards, despite paying for membership to avoid exactly this.

This wave of anger and betrayal reflects a growing distrust in Flipkart’s sale practices and a demand for transparency from e-commerce sites.

Flipkart’s Silence Amplifies Distrust

Despite mounting complaints, Flipkart has not publicly addressed these mass cancellations or clarified pricing inconsistencies. This silence only deepens buyer skepticism about the credibility of such mega sales and the integrity of promised deals.

What Consumers Should Do

Buyers should remain vigilant: verify prices across devices and accounts, take screenshots of deals, and avoid hasty purchases. Keep all proof of transactions and communications to file effective complaints. Public pressure and formal regulatory scrutiny may eventually enforce better fairness and clarity in e-commerce deals.