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Palasa Creative House: Crafting success through 360° creative brilliance

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2 years ago

August 22, 2023

Mumbai: Palasa Creative House is an energetic hot shop with a clear focus on doing winning creative for our clients. As Raymond Rubicam once said, “The only purpose of advertising is to sell; it has no other justification worth mentioning.”

The legend goes that Palasa is one of the seven most sacred trees with great cult powers in Indian mythology and a favourite flower of Goddess Durga. Palasa was set up in 2004 by Sandeep Bomble with a desire to work without limitations and explore new horizons. And we are definitely on one rocking trip!

The company has successfully cultivated a breeding ground for young talent and has created the perfect mix of experience and energy for our clients to fly high. Palasa has been instrumental in the journey of brands from scratch to success.

The agency has displayed its abilities across a wide spectrum of clients, ranging from technology to healthcare, fashion and lifestyle, service and consulting.

The agency’s cutting-edge communication solutions have carved out a unique space for Palasa in the advertising arena. The agency has won numerous awards including New York Festival, ABBYs and significant features in ‘The Archive’. Palasa has won awards across categories such as Best TVC, Best Radio, Best Print, Best Corporate Identity, Best Activation and Best Packaging.

A 360°communications agency with expertise in Brand Identity, ATL, BTL, Design, Activation, Packaging, Digital marketing, website development, and Brand Development Consultancy.

Indiantelevision.com in an email interaction spoke to the founder & director of Palasa Creative Place Sandeep Bomble

Edited excerpts

On Palasa Creative House standing out as a 360-degree communications agency

Palasa Creative is based on a solid communication strategy that is implemented throughout from corporate identity brand positioning to digital to television communication and other mediums. Palasa Creative House distinguishes itself as a 360-degree communications agency through its comprehensive and integrated approach to servicing clients’ needs. The agency offers a full spectrum of services, covering branding, advertising, digital marketing, public relations, and more. This enables clients to access a cohesive suite of solutions under one roof, ensuring seamless consistency across all communication channels. Palasa’s ability to provide end-to-end solutions streamlines the process for clients and facilitates effective cross-channel strategies that deliver impactful results.

On Palasa striking a balance between strategic planning and creative innovation in its advertising solutions

Palasa is extremely strong in creativity which is based on a strategic plan which in turn is result oriented. Palasa excels at finding the equilibrium between strategic planning and creative innovation by intertwining data-driven insights with artistic ingenuity. The agency starts by deeply understanding a client’s goals, target audience, and industry landscape. With this foundation, Palasa’s creative team crafts advertising solutions that not only captivate audiences with their originality but also align with the strategic objectives. Regular collaboration between the strategists and creatives ensures that each campaign resonates creatively while remaining strategically aligned, resulting in solutions that are both captivating and effective.

On factors that Palasa considers when designing packaging solutions that resonate with consumers and convey the brand’s essence

Palasa Creative is based on strong consumer insights therefore every design aspect of packing is based on logic, emotion, differentiation, and finally attractiveness. When designing packaging solutions, Palasa considers various critical factors to resonate with consumers and convey the brand’s essence. These factors include the target audience’s preferences, market trends, brand identity, and the product’s unique value proposition. Palasa carefully selects colours, typography, imagery, and materials that evoke the desired emotions and perceptions in consumers. The agency also ensures that the packaging design is functional, aligns with the brand’s messaging, and stands out on retail shelves. By combining aesthetics with functionality and brand storytelling, Palasa creates packaging that leaves a lasting impact on consumers.

On Palasa embracing digital channels to effectively reach and engage target audiences in today’s digital landscape

Digital communication is not about creating posts and bombarding them it still needs a strong communication strategy which is different from regular communication but it should fall under one brand umbrella whether it’s digital or non-digital. Palasa has adeptly embraced digital channels to reach and engage target audiences in the modern digital landscape. The agency recognises the prevalence of online platforms and tailors its strategies accordingly. Palasa employs data analytics to understand online behaviour and preferences, optimising content and campaigns for maximum engagement. The agency leverages social media, content marketing, email marketing, and search engine optimisation to create a comprehensive digital presence. By staying current with emerging technologies and platforms, Palasa ensures its clients remain visible and engaging across various digital touchpoints.

On Palasa cultivating a breeding ground for young talent in the advertising industry

Sandeep Bomble from Palasa comes from an experience from the best advertising agency Ogilvy and jwt, therefore, the training and exposure that the young talent gets is equivalent to the top company. Palasa has effectively cultivated a nurturing environment for young talent in the advertising industry through a combination of strategies and initiatives that prioritise learning, creativity, and professional growth.

Mentorship Programs: Palasa offers structured mentorship programs that pair experienced professionals with young talents. This mentorship provides guidance, advice, and skill development opportunities, allowing newcomers to learn from industry veterans and gain insights into successful advertising practices.

Internship Opportunities: The agency provides internships to students and recent graduates, offering hands-on experience in real-world advertising projects. Interns work closely with seasoned professionals, participating in brainstorming sessions, campaign execution, and client interactions. This exposure helps them understand the industry’s dynamics and apply theoretical knowledge to practical situations.

On Palasa helping clients understand and leverage the importance of branding in their marketing strategies

Palasa excels at guiding clients through the intricacies of branding’s role in marketing strategies. The process starts with a comprehensive analysis of the client’s target audience, industry trends, and competition. By connecting these insights to branding principles, Palasa demonstrates how strong brand identity can differentiate a business and create emotional connections with customers. This understanding is leveraged to craft compelling brand stories, visuals, and messaging that resonate with the intended audience. Through workshops, presentations, and collaborative sessions, Palasa educates clients about how branding can enhance recognition, loyalty, and perceived value, leading to more effective marketing strategies.

On investing in effective advertising positively impacts a company’s expansion and revenue generation

Investing in effective advertising is a key driver of a company’s expansion and revenue generation. Well-designed and strategically placed advertisements increase a brand’s visibility, reaching a wider audience and boosting brand awareness. This heightened exposure often translates to increased sales and customer acquisition. Moreover, advertising can position a company as an industry leader, instilling trust and credibility among potential customers. By consistently engaging with target audiences through advertising channels, companies remain top-of-mind and experience higher customer retention rates, ultimately contributing to sustainable growth and revenue generation.

On the advantages of incorporating advertising into the initial stages of operation to establish a strong brand foundation

Incorporating advertising in the initial stages establishes a strong brand foundation by jumpstarting brand recognition and credibility. At this stage, businesses are competing for attention and establishing their place in the market. Strategic advertising introduces the brand’s unique value proposition, helping it stand out amidst the competition. Early exposure helps build a loyal customer base, enabling the company to gain traction quickly. By embedding the brand identity into the target audience’s consciousness from the outset, businesses can create lasting impressions that continue to pay dividends as they grow.

On Palasa leveraging its established reputation to attract and retain clients across various industries

Palasa’s established reputation serves as a testament to its expertise and track record, which significantly contributes to attracting and retaining clients across industries. The agency showcases its past successes through case studies and testimonials, demonstrating its ability to deliver tangible results. Additionally, Palasa’s reputation fosters word-of-mouth referrals from satisfied clients, further enhancing its credibility. By consistently staying updated on industry trends and adopting innovative approaches, Palasa reinforces its reputation as a dynamic and adaptable partner, capable of meeting the unique needs of diverse industries.

On Palasa approaching the challenges of branding and identity in today’s competitive market

In today’s competitive market, Palasa tackles branding challenges by prioritising research, innovation, and holistic strategies. The agency conducts thorough market research to identify trends and consumer preferences, ensuring that branding efforts remain relevant and impactful. Palasa’s creative team then focuses on developing unique and memorable brand identities that resonate with modern audiences. The agency also emphasises storytelling and emotional connections to cut through the noise of the competitive landscape. By staying agile and embracing emerging technologies, Palasa adapts its strategies to effectively address the evolving challenges of branding in today’s market.

On the difficulties faced during his entrepreneurial career while setting up Palasa Creative House

During its entrepreneurial journey, Palasa Creative House likely encountered challenges such as initial resource constraints, establishing a client base, building a talented team, and managing cash flow. Navigating the complexities of the competitive agency landscape and maintaining a consistent stream of projects can be demanding. Additionally, striking the right balance between creativity and client expectations, especially in the early stages, could have posed challenges. Overcoming these hurdles likely required careful financial planning, effective networking, continuous skill development, and a resilient mindset.

On Palasa helping startups understanding the importance of investing in advertising from the beginning to fuel their growth

Palasa educates startups about the vital role of early-stage advertising in fueling growth by emphasising its impact on brand awareness, customer acquisition, and market positioning. The agency showcases how a well-executed advertising strategy can help startups swiftly enter the market, gain recognition, and attract their target audience. Through workshops, consultations, and data-driven presentations, Palasa highlights how startups can maximise their limited resources to create a strong initial impact. By sharing success stories of startups that benefited from early advertising, Palasa encourages startups to view advertising as an essential investment rather than an optional expense.

On techniques or approaches that Palasa recommends to individuals or teams facing creative blocks during the brainstorming and ideation process

Embrace Learning: As creators, we thrive on fresh insights and information. Learning is a never-ending journey. Attend workshops, take part in webinars, or read insightful books in your field. When it comes time to get creative, the more you know, the more resources you will have at your disposal. Seek Feedback and Collaboration: As much as we enjoy working alone, working with other creatives can be incredibly rewarding. Bounce ideas off each other, brainstorm together, and be open to constructive criticism. Feedback not only improves your work but also helps you grow as a creative professional

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Netflix India names Rekha Rane director of films and series marketing

Streaming giant bets on a seasoned marketer who helped build Amazon and Netflix into household names

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1 week ago

February 9, 2026

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MUMBAI: Netflix has put a proven brand builder at the helm of its films and series marketing in India, naming Rekha Rane as director in a move that signals sharper focus on audience growth and cultural cut-through in one of its most hotly contested markets.

Rane steps into the role after seven years at Netflix, where she has quietly shaped how the platform sells stories to India. Her latest promotion, effective February 2026, crowns a run that spans brand, slate and product marketing across originals, licensed content and new verticals such as games.

A strategic marketing and communications professional with roughly 15 years’ experience, Rane has spent much of her career building technology-led consumer businesses and new categories, notably e-commerce and subscription video on demand. She was part of the early push that introduced Amazon.in, Prime Video and Netflix to Indian homes, then helped turn them into everyday brands.

At Netflix, she most recently served as head of brand and slate marketing for India from March 2024 to February 2026, leading teams across media and marketing for global and local content portfolios. Before that, as manager for original films and series marketing, she led IP creation and go-to-market strategy for titles including Guns and Gulaabs, Kaala Paani, The Railway Men* and The Great Indian Kapil Show, spanning both binge and weekly-release formats.

Her earlier Netflix roles covered product discovery and promotion in India and integrated campaign strategy to drive conversations around the content slate, product awareness and brand-equity metrics.

Before Netflix, Rane logged more than three years at Amazon in brand marketing roles in Bengaluru. There she handled national and regional campaigns for Amazon.in, worked on customer assistance programmes in growth geographies and contributed to the go-to-market strategy for the launch of Prime Video India.

Her career began well away from streaming. At Reliance Brands in Mumbai, she worked on retail marketing for Diesel and Superdry. A stint at Leo Burnett saw her work on primary research for P&G Tide, mapping Indian shoppers’ paths to purchase. Earlier still, at Orange in the United Kingdom, she rose from sales assistant to store manager, running a team and owning monthly P&L for a retail outlet.

The arc is telling. As global streamers fight for attention in a crowded Indian market, executives who understand both mass retail behaviour and digital habit-building are prized. Rane’s career sits at that intersection.

For Netflix, the bet is simple: in a market spoilt for choice, sharp marketing can still tilt the screen. And with Rane now leading the charge, the streamer is signalling it wants not just viewers, but fandom.

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Orient Beverages pops the fizz with steady Q3 gains and rising profits

Kolkata-based beverage maker reports stronger revenues and profits for December quarter.

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February 9, 2026

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MUMBAI: A fizzy quarter with a steady aftertaste that’s how Orient Beverages Limited, the company that manufactures and distributes packaged drinking water under the brand name Bisleri closed the December 2025 period, as the Kolkata-based drinks maker reported improved revenues and a healthy rise in profits, signalling operational stability in a competitive beverage market.

For the quarter ended December 31, 2025, Orient Beverages posted standalone revenue from operations of Rs 39.98 crore, up from Rs 36.42 crore in the previous quarter and Rs 33.53 crore in the same quarter last year. Total income for the quarter stood at Rs 42.24 crore, reflecting consistent demand and stable pricing across its beverage portfolio.

Profit before tax for the quarter came in at Rs 3.47 crore, a sharp improvement from Rs 1.31 crore in the September quarter and Rs 0.39 crore a year ago. After accounting for tax expenses of Rs 0.79 crore, the company reported a net profit of Rs 2.68 crore, nearly three times the Rs 0.99 crore recorded in the preceding quarter.

On a nine-month basis, the momentum remained intact. Revenue from operations for the period ended December 31, 2025 rose to Rs 117.66 crore, compared with Rs 106.95 crore in the corresponding period last year. Net profit for the nine months climbed to Rs 5.51 crore, more than double the Rs 2.18 crore reported in the same period of the previous financial year.

The consolidated numbers told a similar story. For the December quarter, consolidated revenue from operations stood at Rs 45.06 crore, while profit after tax came in at Rs 2.06 crore. For the nine-month period, consolidated revenue touched Rs 133.57 crore, with net profit of Rs 4.49 crore, underscoring the group’s improving profitability trajectory.

Operating expenses remained largely controlled, with cost of materials, employee benefits and other expenses broadly aligned with revenue growth. The company continued to operate within a single reportable segment beverages simplifying its cost structure and reporting framework.

The unaudited financial results were reviewed by the Audit Committee and approved by the Board of Directors at its meeting held on 7 February 2026. Statutory auditors carried out a limited review and reported no material misstatements in the results.

In a market where margins are often squeezed by input costs and competition, Orient Beverages’ latest numbers suggest the company has found a reliable rhythm not explosive, but steady enough to keep the fizz alive.

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BCCL profit jumps 53 per cent in FY25 as tax bill shrinks

Revenue rises 4.3 per cent to Rs 10,209.33 crore while deferred tax gain lifts bottom line sharply

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1 week ago

February 9, 2026

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NEW DELHI: Bennett, Coleman and Company (BCCL) has posted a sparkling set of financial results for the year ended 31 March 2025, proving that there is still plenty of ink and gold left in the ledger.

Revenue from operations climbed a steady 4.3 per cent, reaching Rs 10,209.33 crore compared to Rs 9,786.44 crore the previous year. When you sprinkle in other income, which rose 8.9 per cent to Rs 949.36 crore, the total income for the media behemoth hit a healthy Rs 11,158.69 crore.

While the income grew at a modest pace, the bottom line tells a far more dramatic story. The real headline is the 53 per cent surge in annual profit. How did they pull off such a feat? While Profit Before Tax (PBT) saw a gentle nudge upward of 2.7 per cent to Rs 1,610.00 crore, it was a vanishing act by the taxman that really did the trick.

Total tax expenses plummeted by 32.4 per cent, dropping from Rs 468.76 crore down to Rs 316.97 crore. This was largely thanks to a swing in deferred tax, moving from an expense of Rs 156.02 crore in FY24 to a benefit of Rs 39.44 crore this year.

Total income rose from Rs 10,658.55 crore in FY24 to Rs 11,158.69 crore in FY25, marking a 4.7 per cent increase. Total expenses grew at a slower pace, up 3.0 per cent from Rs 9,306.06 crore to Rs 9,581.45 crore. Profit before tax inched up 2.7 per cent, moving from Rs 1,567.02 crore to Rs 1,610.00 crore. However, the standout figure was net profit, which jumped sharply by 53.0 per cent, climbing from Rs 1,042.03 crore in FY24 to Rs 1,594.73 crore in FY25.

Despite the rising costs of doing business across the globe, BCCL kept a tight grip on the purse strings. Total expenses rose by just 3.0 per cent to Rs 9,581.45 crore. By keeping costs lower than the rate of income growth, the company ensured that the final figure, a net profit of Rs 1,594.73 crore, was nothing short of a front-page sensation.

In a world of shifting digital tides, it seems the BCCL ship is not just steady, but sailing into significantly wealthier waters.