Category: Brands

  • Mamaearth unveils new mosquito repellent campaign with Shilpa Shetty

    Mamaearth unveils new mosquito repellent campaign with Shilpa Shetty

    MUMBAI: Mamaearth, has launched a new campaign for its mosquito repellents, featuring cinema actress and brand ambassador Shilpa Shetty Kundra. The campaign underscores the importance of natural, toxin-free protection for children against mosquitoes, a major concern for parents.

    The campaign film, conceptualised by Steve Priya, captures a touching moment between a mother and child, portraying the everyday struggle of safeguarding little ones from mosquito bites. Showcasing Mamaearth’s mosquito repellent range, enriched with citronella oil, eucalyptus oil, and peppermint oil, the film highlights its 12-hour protection—a must-have for parents prioritising their child’s well-being.

    Shilpa, sharing her thoughts on the campaign, said, “As a mother, my children’s well-being is always my biggest priority. I have always been cautious about the products I use, ensuring they are free from harmful chemicals and completely safe. Mosquito bites are a constant worry, and it’s reassuring to have a natural, toxin-free solution like Mamaearth’s mosquito repellents. This campaign is close to my heart because it empowers parents with a safe and effective way to protect their little ones while allowing them to explore the world worry-free.”

    Honasa Consumer Ltd. EVP & chief marketing officer Anuja Mishra, added, “At Mamaearth, we recognise that mosquito protection is a major concern for parents, as it directly impacts their child’s health and well-being. With our mosquito repellent patches, we are not just offering a product but solving a larger problem by providing parents with a quick, easy, safe, and effective solution they can trust. Formulated with natural ingredients, our repellents ensure long-lasting protection while being gentle on delicate skin. Through this campaign, we aim to reinforce our commitment to baby-safe care by not only offering toxin-free products but also raising awareness about the importance of choosing natural solutions. Partnering with Shilpa, a mother who shares our philosophy, allows us to authentically connect with parents and empower them with a reliable way to protect their little ones.”

    Steve Priya chief creative officer Priya Pardiwalla commented, “Every evening, parents witness a familiar scene – children by the door, shoes on, eyes sparkling, hearts racing to run out and play. But outside, something else is waiting too. Mosquitoes. This quiet tug-of-war between joy and worry sparked the heart of our film. Because no parent should have to choose between protection and peace of mind. With Mamaearth mosquito repellents, parents have a way to guard playtime with 12-hour protection, made from nature, free from toxins. So children don’t have to wait to be children. Not even for a moment.” 
     

  • Channelplay covers new ground, reaches 75,000 outlets in retail blitz

    Channelplay covers new ground, reaches 75,000 outlets in retail blitz

    MUMBAI: In a country where kiranas outnumber cricketers and every street corner hides a shop with more snacks than sense, Channelplay has pulled off a retail miracle. The brand execution and visual merchandising specialist just hit a jaw-dropping 75,000+ retail touchpoints in March 2025 alone—setting a benchmark that might just cause its competitors to spill their sample kits.

    With more than 1.5 lakh store visits across over 2,300 towns, including those tier-5 gems even Google Maps second-guesses, Channelplay made retail penetration look like child’s play. From the aisles of swanky large format retail (LFR) outlets to the bustling chaos of regional retail formats, MBOs, exclusive brand stores and the ever-expanding organised trade channels, the company played it like a well-oiled retail orchestra.

    “Our commitment to delivering top-tier retail execution has enabled us to reach this remarkable scale. This achievement highlights our operational excellence and ability to drive impactful in-store experiences across geographies. As we move forward, we are focused on further strengthening our partnerships and expanding our retail coverage,” said Channelplay Limited VP Yasir Hussain.

    And this is no one-hit wonder. Channelplay has its sights firmly set on expanding to over 1 lakh outlets per month in FY 2025-26. The company is also doubling down on advanced retail execution strategies and brand partnerships that promise to give India’s crowded consumer market an even glossier finish.

    For now, with its boots-on-ground strategy and GPS-devouring teams, Channelplay has redefined the rules of retail visibility. And in an ecosystem where shelf space equals power, it just claimed an entire aisle.

  • Uber hits the accelerator on teen independence with rides made for Gen Z

    Uber hits the accelerator on teen independence with rides made for Gen Z

    MUMBAI: When the school bell rings and the parental cab service is running late (again), Uber has now entered the chat. In a bold new move to appeal to both helicopter parents and freedom-craving teens, Uber India launched ‘Uber for Teens’ on April 2, 2025. The service now operates across 37 Indian cities, including Delhi NCR, Mumbai, Bangalore, Chennai, Hyderabad, and even Bhubaneswar—because, let’s face it, teenagers everywhere need a lift.

    Built for those aged 13 to 17, the product is pitched as the perfect mix of parental peace of mind and teenage cool. “We recognise the unique transportation challenges faced by teenagers and their families in India,” said Uber India and South Asia president Prabhjeet Singh. “With Uber for Teens, we are committed to addressing these challenges by providing a service that parents can trust, and that teens will find easy and cool to use.”

    And Uber’s not winging this. The service comes wrapped in a triple safety bow—GPS tracking, real-time ride updates, and an in-app emergency button. Parents can monitor the entire ride, from door to destination, with the kind of surveillance previously reserved for spy movies.

    Setting it up is simple: parents invite their teen via the app, the teen adds the parent as a guardian, and voila—your teenager is now mobile, but watched like a hawk. Guardians can also book rides for their kids, turning the Uber app into the ultimate remote-control chauffeur.

    Uber backed this move with some serious homework. In a recent survey, 92 per cent of Indian parents said their teens had missed out on activities due to lack of transport. A whopping 72 per cent cited safety as their top concern. Meanwhile, 93 per cent admitted they’d happily jump on a secure rideshare option for their teens, with 64 per cent saying they’d use it regularly. And let’s be honest, they’d probably rate it five stars for convenience alone.

    Whether it’s getting to football practice, tuition class, or a BFF’s birthday bash, Uber for Teens promises a ride experience that’s teen-tested and parent-approved. For families juggling work, life, and teen drama—this might just be the app they never knew they needed.

  • Caratlane unveils celestial-inspired Sol and Luna festive collections

    Caratlane unveils celestial-inspired Sol and Luna festive collections

    MUMBAI: Caratlane – A Tata Product, has launched two celestial-inspired festive collections, Sol & Luna, capturing the essence of new beginnings with stunning craftsmanship in gold and diamonds. Timed perfectly for regional new years and Akshaya Tritiya, these collections symbolise prosperity, transformation, and timeless elegance.

    Caratlane, CEO & MD Saumen Bhaumik, shared his excitement, “At Caratlane, we’re committed to making stunning jewellery. This festive season, we’re bringing 2 distinct collections – Sol and Luna, deeply symbolic of blending celestial grandeur embraced with prosperity and auspiciousness. Sol, the dawn of your brilliance is a tribute to new beginnings and endless possibilities. Inspired by the moon’s ever-changing beauty, Luna is a tribute to every phase of you. These collections perfectly reflect our vision of high-jewellery craftsmanship and everyday elegance, designed to be effortlessly wearable at accessible price points.”

    Sol – Crafted in 18KT yellow gold, SIFG diamonds, and special-cut yellow gemstones, Sol draws inspiration from the golden hues of sunrise, symbolising the brilliance of fresh opportunities.

    Luna – Reflecting the ever-changing phases of the moon, Luna’s intricate diamond-studded 18KT gold designs embody elegance, resilience, and transformation.

    Caratlane  is ensuring a high-impact debut for Sol and Luna, leveraging its IPL associate sponsorship with Star Sports HD and JioHotstar to showcase its designs to millions. The campaign is further amplified through strategic OOH placements and newspaper ads across The Times of India network.

    Starting from Rs 20,000, the Sol and Luna collections are now available online at Caratlane  stores, and via the brand’s Try-at-home service. As part of a limited-time festive offer, customers will receive a 0.5gm gold coin on every Rs 30,000 purchase.

    With its celestial-inspired brilliance, Caratlane’s Sol and Luna collections are set to redefine festive jewellery this season.

  • V-Mart stitches up a strong Q4 finish as revenue jumps 17 per cent year-on-year

    V-Mart stitches up a strong Q4 finish as revenue jumps 17 per cent year-on-year

    MUMBAI: V-Mart Retail Ltd wrapped up the fourth quarter of FY25 with a decent tailwind, reporting a 17 per cent year-on-year surge in total revenue, proving that affordable fashion can still cash in during uncertain times. The retailer’s revenue from operations touched Rs. 780 crore for the quarter ended 31 March 2025, up from Rs. 669 crore in Q4 of the previous year.

    While V-Mart strutted forward with an 18 per cent growth rate, its digital acquisition, Limeroad, stumbled. The online marketplace saw a 47 per cent revenue drop for the quarter and a 42 per cent decline over the full fiscal year, raking in just Rs 8 crore in Q4. It contributed commission income based on Rs 23 crore in net merchandising value, but the numbers looked more couture crash than runway revival.

    Same-store sales growth (SSSG) gave the company something to cheer about, clocking in at eight per cent for the quarter. V-Mart stores delivered seven per cent, while its southern counterpart Unlimited spun out 10 per cent. Annual SSSG stood at 11 per cent, with total yearly revenue (excluding Limeroad) jumping 18 per cent to Rs 3,213 crore from Rs 2,714 crore in FY24.

    Store expansion was also on full throttle. In Q4 alone, V-Mart opened 13 new stores and shut down four, keeping the footprint fresh. The new outlets popped up in familiar heartlands like Uttar Pradesh (four), Bihar (two), and Jharkhand (two), while also tapping into fresh territory across West Bengal, Jammu and Kashmir, Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, and Tamil Nadu with one store each.

    Year-to-date, the company has launched 62 new stores and closed nine, pushing the grand total to 497 stores across India as of 31 March 2025. Not bad for a retail chain navigating changing consumer moods and an increasingly digital economy.

    For those tracking the numbers, keep in mind: all revenue figures remain provisional, pending review by statutory auditors.

     

  • Madame expands in J&K with exclusive brand outlet at Srinagar airport

    Madame expands in J&K with exclusive brand outlet at Srinagar airport

    MUMBAI: Madame, has launched its latest Exclusive Brand Outlet (EBO) at Srinagar International Airport, further strengthening its footprint in Jammu & Kashmir. Located at AAI Terminal 1, first floor, this stylish new store joins Madame’s existing city outlets, bringing travel-friendly fashion to jet-setting customers.

    Designed for modern travellers, the store showcases a curated selection of apparel and accessories, including trendy shackets, jackets, shirts, cardigans, sling bags, perfumes, and stoles. With this launch, Madame extends its successful airport retail presence, following stores at Mumbai and Pune airports.

    Jain Amar executive director Akhil Jain stated, “The opening of our store at Srinagar airport is a significant milestone in our journey to enhance the travel retail experience. With a unique mix of stylish apparel and accessories, we aim to provide travellers with convenient and fashionable choices on the go.”

    Madame is rolling out exclusive time-sensitive promotions aligned with flight schedules, offering instant gratification to shoppers in the fast-paced airport retail environment. 

  • Ixigo flips the script on April Fools’ with a sky-high refund surprise

    Ixigo flips the script on April Fools’ with a sky-high refund surprise

    MUMBAI: April Fools’ Day just got upgraded from pranks to plane tickets. While brands scrambled to pull legs, ixigo pulled wallets—but in the best way possible. The travel platform turned its cheeky April Full Refund Sale into a straight-up jackpot for 100 lucky flyers. Yes, you read that right.

    Free.

    Flights.

    On 1 April 2025, between 11 a.m. and 9 p.m., ixigo dropped a deal that had the internet scratching its head. Was it a scam? A spoof? A sly social stunt? Nope. It was as real as the 100 per cent flight refunds it dished out. Every hour, 10 travellers who booked domestic or international flights on the app were randomly chosen to get their full ticket value back as ixigo money. The reward? Fully redeemable within 90 days.

    The buzz began on 31 March with a loony little teaser starring ixigo co-founders Aloke Bajpai and Rajnish Kumar in comically outlandish avatars. The video leaned into the absurd, but the payoff was dead serious: a campaign that blended chaos with cashback.

    Winners were revealed via hourly Instagram Reels, building suspense and fuelling travel envy across social feeds. Some folks nearly cried at the generosity. Others just booked another trip.

    Take Zubair, who flew from Bangalore to Singapore and bagged a Rs 39,950 refund. Or Jitendra, who got Rs 13,622 back for flying from Muscat to Ayodhya. Aishwarya’s refund for Mumbai to Kolkata? A neat Rs 8,325. One traveller even scored Rs 18,483 back for a Dubai-Mumbai flight. Not too shabby for a ‘joke’.

    “What started as an April Fool’s prank turned into a real treat for travel lovers – proving that sometimes, the joke can be on scepticism!” said the campaign team. This year, ixigo didn’t just flirt with fun—it made 1 April an actual day of reward, pushing the envelope for interactive and meaningful marketing.

    If this is what fooling looks like, more brands should take notes. Or better yet, take off.

  • The Indian Garage Co teams up with Warner Bros for superhero chic

    The Indian Garage Co teams up with Warner Bros for superhero chic

    MUMBAI: The Indian Garage Co (TIGC) has struck a deal with Warner Bros Discovery Global Consumer Products (WBDGCP), unleashing a new collection that’s a proper mash-up of superhero swagger and cartoon capers. It’s aiming to tickle the nostalgia bone of Gen Z, blending iconic characters with modern street style.

    Think Batman’s brooding aesthetic mixed with Looney Tunes’ lunacy, and you’re halfway there. The collection spans everything from DC superhero streetwear to Tom and Jerry’s playful designs, all aimed at the fashion-forward youth who want to wear their fandom on their sleeves – literally.

    Take a look:

    * DC Super Hero Collection: Embrace the power of Superman, Batman, The Flash, and Wonder Woman with high-quality DC Super Hero-inspired streetwear.
    * Batman Collection: Dark, minimal, and Gotham City inspired aesthetics for fans of the Dark Knight.
    * Superman Collection: Bold, powerful, and statement-making styles infused with strength and heroism.
    * Cartoon Network Collection: Nostalgic yet fashionable classics for those who love timeless characters.
    * Looney Tunes Collection: Fun, graphic-heavy streetwear featuring Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, and more.
    * Tom and Jerry Collection: Playful yet sophisticated styles that capture the timeless antics of this beloved duo.

    TIGC founder & chief executive Anant Tanted is quite kicked up about the partnership. “We’re pleased to bring this unique collection inspired by Warner Bros. Discovery’s IPs to our customers. This collaboration blends the magic of these iconic characters with our commitment to making high-quality, global trend-forward fashion accessible to all, especially the GenZ audience. We believe this collection will resonate with fans and fashion-enthusiasts of all ages, offering a fresh and exciting way to express their love for these timeless stories.”

    The collection boasts a smorgasbord of apparel, including comfy tees, polo shirts, shorts, jogger pants, and co-ord sets. It’s a proper wardrobe refresh for anyone wanting to inject a bit of cartoon chaos into their style.

    TIGC, established in 2012, has grown into a Rs 400 crore enterprise, with ambitions to hit Rs 1,500 crore in the next five years. It’s operating under a House of Brands  format, with menswear, womenswear, and plus-size menswear all under one roof. The aim is to be the go-to for gen-z fashion, and with this new collection, the company might just achieve it.

  • ITC Masterchef Creations and RCB serve up the ultimate match-day feast for IPL 2025

    ITC Masterchef Creations and RCB serve up the ultimate match-day feast for IPL 2025

    MUMBAI: As IPL 2025 gears up, ITC Masterchef Creations returns as the official gourmet food partner for Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) for the third year in a row, bringing match-day dining to a whole new level. This season, the collaboration introduces a delectable, elevated food experience with the launch of ‘The Royal Platter’ a gourmet twist on traditional match snacks.

    This innovative platter offers an indulgent yet refined approach to stadium food. Featuring fire-grilled, slow-marinated kebabs, it’s designed to keep fans satisfied without the greasy overload.  ‘The Royal Platter’ includes a mix of smoky, succulent kebabs such as Chicken Tangdi, Murgh Malai Tikka, Chandi Tikka, and the vegetarian-friendly Veg Galouti and Paneer Dhungar, served with tangy mint chutney and masala onions.

    For the ultimate culinary experience, fans can also savour Pav Burgers, onion Kulcha Dabeli, and crunchy Mini Samosas, along with refreshing beverages like Jamun Kala Khatta, Masala Shikanji, and Guava Chilli Juice.

    “Every IPL season, we push the envelope on match-day snacking, and this year, we’re bringing an all-new gourmet range to the table,” said ITC Masterchef Creations. “ ‘The Royal Platter’ redefines what fans can expect from stadium food, offering indulgence with sophistication, just like the game itself.” 

  • Bhilwara Sur Sangam tunes up for twelfth  year, promising classical music gold

    Bhilwara Sur Sangam tunes up for twelfth year, promising classical music gold

    MUMBAI: Delhi’s Kamani Auditorium is gearing up for a musical event, as the 12th edition of Bhilwara Sur Sangam rolls into town on 2-3 April 2025. LNJ Bhilwara group is pulling out all the stops for this annual classical music fest, promising two nights of pure, unadulterated musical magic.

    Forget your pop divas and rock gods, this is a celebration of India’s rich classical heritage, featuring a line-up that’ll have even the most tone-deaf listener  tapping their feet. Day one kicks off with Purbayan Chatterjee’s sitar wizardry, followed by the legendary Sajan Mishra and Swaransh Mishra’s vocal prowess. Day two keeps the tempo high with Prattyush Banerjee’s sarod skills and Ulhas Kashalkar’s soulful vocals. It’s a proper symphony of strings and voices.

    LNJ Bhilwara group chairman  Ravi Jhunjhunwala is delighted to be keeping the classical flame alive. “India boasts a wealth of cultural and musical heritage, which is exceptionally diverse and has evolved over centuries. Through Bhilwara Sur Sangam, the LNJ Bhilwara Group showcases its commitment, year after year, to preserving and promoting Indian classical music. We are proud to once again bring together some of the most illustrious musical maestros under one roof, continuing our tradition of celebrating the timeless beauty of Indian music and ensuring that it resonates across generations.”

    Bhilwara Sur Sangam, in essence, is a yearly bash for the classical music aficionados, a place where legends and rising stars share the stage. It’s a chance to hear the real deal, the kind of music that’s been passed down through generations.