New Delhi, July 19 -- Popular fast-food giant KFC tried to join the conversation around Coldplay's 'kiss cam' controversy with a cheeky HR joke, but the move backfired quickly as netizens turned the spotlight on its food quality.

Ever since a video of Astronomer CEO Andy Byron and HR head Kristin Cabot cuddling on camera went viral, brands and influencers have been quick to spin jokes around it, each adding their own brand-specific twist to the controversy.

In a cheeky joke referring to the incident, KFC said, "Just know our sides are always HR approved."

Within seconds of the tweet, social media users gathered to remind KFC of its "disgusting" food quality and "dirty" outlets.

"That's funny, KFC, but it also reminds me of the time I ...