Mumbai: Vertoz (NSE: VERTOZ), a leading AI-powered MadTech and CloudTech platform is thrilled to announce its successful collaboration with Happilo, a renowned brand in the health food industry, for an innovative coupon campaign on Zomato.
The campaign, which lasted for 12 days, saw remarkable engagement from consumers, with a total of 1,13,056 coupon scratches counted during the duration. Leveraging Zomato’s extensive reach and Vertoz’s expertise in the digital landscape, the campaign aimed to promote Happilo’s premium range of health foods and encourage customer interaction through exciting coupon offers.
“We are thrilled with the success of our coupon campaign in partnership with Vertoz on Zomato,” said Happilo founder Vikas D Nahar. “This initiative allowed us to connect with a large audience of health-conscious consumers and showcase the quality and variety of our products. We look forward to continuing our collaboration with Vertoz further to expand our reach and impact in the market.”
Commenting on the achievement, Vertoz founder & chairman Hiren Shah said, “We are delighted to have collaborated with Happilo for this campaign and are proud of the exceptional results achieved. This successful partnership highlights Vertoz’s commitment to delivering innovative and effective advertising solutions that drive tangible results for our clients.”
The coupon campaign on Zomato marks another milestone in Vertoz’s journey of delivering impactful digital solutions and fostering successful partnerships with leading brands across various industries.
Mumbai: Tired of feeling like memes are the only relatable things that understand the woes of your work life? Feeling like no one truly understands the constant battle between living life and working hard for money? Well, what if I told you that someone not only heard your complaints but also came up with a solution—a fun one? The answer lies in the latest ad campaign from 1% Club! Written and conceptualized by Bare Bones Collective, the campaign features digital stars Finance with Sharan and Viraj Ghelani.
The brand film depicts the country’s working population. People are often stuck in jobs they dislike because financial obligations like EMIs and lifestyle expenses dictate their choices and, in a way, let money control them. They find themselves trapped in a vicious cycle, working for money that ultimately fails to liberate them, instead entangling them further due to their lack of financial knowledge. The only way out is to understand how money works. 1% Club’s “The Great Escape” sees Sharan and Viraj in a familiar corporate office filled with unfamiliar comic twists. The duo play harrowed colleagues who unlock the secret of an exclusive club. What is this club’? How do we get in? The campaign leaves us with many such interesting questions!
Co-founded by Sharan Hedge and Raghav Gupta, the ‘1% Club’ is an exclusive community that empowers people with The Money School- schools forgot to teach us about money so the 1% Club created the money school with the help of India’s top finfluencers to teach about early retirement planning, tax saving strategies, credit card hacks, stock market investment and everything else money. They also provide proprietary tools and conduct networking events to offer a one-of-a-kind membership experience.
The campaign is live on 1% Club’s social media platforms, which include Instagram, YouTube and LinkedIn.
Talking about the campaign, Bare Bones Collective co-founder and chief creative officer Girish Narayanndass said, “1% Club is a fantastic platform that is all about helping you achieve financial freedom. To communicate this, we tapped into a larger insight, i.e. working for money all your life can make you feel trapped. Our goal was to make the campaign as unique as the product itself. Sharan and Viraj have really clicked with their comic timing, and their rapport on screen is quite fun to watch”.
1% Club co-founder Sharan Hegde said, “The 1% club has so far spent all its marketing budget on performance marketing, and it felt like it’s finally time, after two years, to create an extremely professional communication with the world. Everybody perceives us as a course company . This is our way of making a statement that we are here to stay. We are here to build a brand. We are here to not just teach finance but also to launch financial services. The film beautifully captures the essence of the current working-class population. It is our way of representing that the 1% club is a solution to that problem, as almost 50,000 members of our community would attest to that statement that it has been a welcoming change in being confident about their financial planning and in their understanding of money. I hope the brand film reaches as many people as possible and becomes a light bulb movement for millions of people working across the country that life doesn’t have to be a cycle of struggle.”
1% Club co-founder Raghav Gupta, “The 1% Club is building a revolution in India through Financial freedom, every Indian deserves to get this freedom, this brand film is hitting the nerve needed to further deliver our message.”
Mumbai: The India Chapter of the International Advertising Association (IAA) together with The Indian Society of Advertisers (ISA) is hosting the Retrospect & Prospects interaction with Manish Anandani, managing director – India, Kenvue (erstwhile Johnson & Johnson) on the 24 April in Mumbai.
Manish Anandani, Managing Director – India, Kenvue (erstwhile Johnson & Johnson Consumer Health)
Avinash Pandey, president of IAA India Chapter and CEO of ABP Network said –”Retrospect & Prospects, is the definitive annual industry review, offering a 360-degree perspective on the past year while illuminating the road ahead. As the steward of this esteemed program, I am thrilled to convene the industry’s top minds to explore the evolving landscape. The insights shared here have played a pivotal role in shaping strategic agendas. This year, under the guidance of Manish Anandani, Managing Director-India, Kenvue, the event promises a stimulating exploration of the industry’s past, present, and future, providing unparalleled opportunities for marketing leaders to gain a competitive edge and position their organisations for success in the years ahead.”
Avinash Pandey, President, IAA India Chapter & CEO, ABP Network
Adds Sunil Kataria, chairman of the India Society of Advertisers & CEO of Raymond’s Lifestyle Business, “The ISA as the unique voice and apex body of advertisers pan India over 70 years, has member education as one of the key areas of its services to members. Apart from periodically conducting our own seminars workshops and knowledge series programs, we bring to the table of our members a variety of webinars on topics in marketing and media matters of contemporary interests from the World Federation of Advertisers (WFA) of which the ISA is a founder member. We constantly look for opportunities to partner with fraternity organizations to engage with our members. Working with the IAA is one such avenue that we have looked at. It is also a matter of pride that the speaker Manish Anandani, Managing Director, India, Kenvue (erstwhile Johnson & Johnson Consumer Health) is from the leadership of an advertiser member company. I am confident this collaborative event and congregation of IAA and ISA members in a common venue would add further value to the excellent partnering that they have in the industry.”
Sunil Kataria, Chairman, The India Society of Advertisers (ISA) & CEO of Raymond’s Lifestyle Business
Mumbai: This IPL season, Rapido, a leading ride-hailing company operating in over 100 cities nationwide, is rolling out two impactful campaigns: ‘Lowest Price Guaranteed’ and ‘5 nahi toh 50’ spotlighting their cab and auto services respectively.
Crafted by The Other Half, a boutique creative and production agency, each narrative in these campaigns ingeniously brings to light the suppressed feelings of distress and inconvenience encountered by commuters when they’re unable to secure immediate transportation. These stories vividly illustrate the emotional rollercoaster of the wait, emphasising the urgent need for prompt and low-price conveyance.
The Rapido Cab campaign presents Rapido’s offerings as the hottest news in town in a hilarious manner. Promising commuters ‘Lowest price guaranteed’, the campaign ensures the lowest price or else double money in your wallet. Each film in the series depicts an eventful scenario where a taxi is urgently needed. However, the comedic essence lies in the overshadowing of these events by Rapido’s lowest price guarantee offer.
In Rapido’s auto-focused campaign, “5 nahi toh 50”, the brand puts a humorous spin on the trope of doctors recommending products in traditional advertising. The campaign highlights the frustration experienced by female commuters when they cannot readily find an auto-rickshaw. In these lighthearted films, a doctor abruptly prescribes Rapido as the ultimate solution, surpassing regular auto-hailing apps. Rapido guarantees an auto will arrive within five minutes, or the customer receives 50 rupees in their wallet. This ensures Rapido provides swift and dependable transportation for its customers.
The brilliance of these campaigns lies in their relatability and exaggerated depiction of these shared experiences, resonating deeply with audiences. The incorporation of fun and catchy jingles, such as ‘Guarantee pe guarantee, lowest price guarantee,’ and ‘5 nahi toh 50’ further enhances the humour and memorability of the messages conveyed.
Rapido co-founder Pavan Guntupalli emphasised that “Our campaigns are crafted around fundamental category truths, showcasing the unique aspects of our offerings. The campaign will enable us to dial up brand preference. By crafting captivating stories (category truths) that resonate deeply with our users, we’re poised to establish Rapido as the undisputed leader in convenient, affordable, and reliable transportation solutions.
Film director Arjuna Gaur commented, “Our Rapido campaigns tap into the frustration of waiting for a cab or an auto, especially in crucial moments. We highlight the importance of timely transportation and aim to connect emotionally with our audience. By adding humour and relatability, we turn mundane experiences into memorable stories. The catchy jingles, like ‘Guarantee pe guarantee, lowest price guarantee,’ and ‘5 nahi toh 50’ reassure consumers that Rapido understands their needs and is dedicated to providing affordable rides.”
The 360-degree campaigns are promoted on key platforms like Jio Cinema, connected TV, and Star Sports, supported by a comprehensive strategy covering television, digital, print, and BTL. This plan targets diverse audiences in Kannada, English, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, and Marathi, helping Rapido establish itself as the top choice for hassle-free city travel during the IPL season and beyond.
Mumbai: India’s prestigious men’s brand Denver, has launched an inspiring extension of their ‘success’ campaign featuring megastar and brand ambassador Shah Rukh Khan. In an era where achievements often overshadow virtues, this campaign inspires a paradigm shift, redefining success beyond mere accomplishments. The brand film delivers a poignant message through a simple yet powerful narrative.
Bollywood Badshah, Shahrukh Khan is prominently known as G O A T (Greatest of all times) and true icon of success. As a self-made man, who had come from a humble background has redefined all measures of success. Centering around him, as a symbol of humility and empathy, the film emphasizes the importance of treating everyone with respect regardless of their societal status. Through his dialogue, “Insaan chota ya bada apni soch se hota hai (a person’s thinking decides their place in society), success should not go to your head,” Shah Rukh encourages viewers to reflect on their own attitudes towards others and to embrace a mindset of equality and compassion. Overall, the brand film effectively redefines how successful people let their aura (scent) speak of their achievements while staying humble.
Hamilton Sciences Pvt Ltd MD & CEO Saurabh Gupta said, “As a brand committed to enhancing lives through fragrance, we believe in the power of success intertwined with humility. With this campaign, we aim to spark conversations that remind individuals that true success is marked by kindness, and empathy. Shah Rukh Khan, who is the epitome of success and modesty, is the right fit to deliver our brand message. Like our fragrances, success is not about showing off but about embracing everyone with grace.”
Shah Rukh Khan has been associated with deodorant brand Denver as its brand ambassador for seven years. Over the years, the brand has emerged as the most preferred fragrance in the country. It further envisions evolving into an all-encompassing grooming brand for men over the next few years.
Denver, as a brand, embodies the essence of a real man. Rooted in the virtues of gentleness and humility, Denver stands as a testament to hard work and authenticity. A true Denver man is not defined merely by his strength or achievements but by his character and values. Just as Denver has consistently supported and reflected the personality of its wearer, the brand itself upholds the qualities of a genuine gentleman: kind-hearted yet determined, modest yet ambitious. In a world that often celebrates superficiality, Denver remains committed to celebrating the depth and integrity of the modern man.
Mumbai: Oral-B, an industry leader in oral care innovation from the house of P&G, and the World’s #1 dentist recommended toothbrush brand, today unveiled its latest campaign shining a spotlight on, Oral-B Criss Cross. Designed by dental professionals Oral-B Criss Cross introduces a leading innovation in toothbrushes with advanced Criss Cross bristling technology. The brand also welcomes Indian cricketing sensation Rohit Sharma, as its newest brand ambassador through the latest campaign that has been conceptualized by DDB Mudra.
Reports suggest that 49%* consumers are dissatisfied with the level of cleaning their brush provides. Oral-B’s Criss Cross technology enables a deep clean with the toothbrush’s adaptability to every mouth, every need, and every style of brushing. The brush is also seen effectively targeting difficult corners of the mouth as compared to a straight bristle flat trim brush, ensuring every smile can get a deep clean. By embracing the Criss Cross innovation, users can enjoy a thorough and efficient clean, ensuring better overall oral health versus an ordinary flat trim brush.
P&G India VP & category head – Oral Care Golalkrishnan Kalianna shared, ” There exists a common perception about all toothbrushes functioning the same way, leading to consumers being unaware about selecting the right solution. 49%* consumers are currently dissatisfied with the cleaning their brush provides. We recognize the need for innovation and education. Oral B’s Criss Cross technology, priced starting Rs 50, offers consumers a revolutionary choice for achieving better oral hygiene. We are also thrilled to introduce our latest campaign with the ace Indian cricketer – Rohit Sharma, highlighting Oral-B’s ongoing dedication to transforming oral care for every individual and educating them on making the right decision for their oral care. With this breakthrough, we firmly believe that Oral-B Criss Cross will empower consumers to get to healthier smiles.”
* Based on P&G online survey on Oral care habits & needs, conducted in India with 500 respondents in April’21
Adding on, Gopal, shares his thoughts on associating with Sharma, “Joining forces with Rohit Sharma is an exciting milestone for Oral-B. Renowned as the indisputable ‘Hitman’ of cricket for his powerful sixes on the field, his impact finds its parallel in Oral-B Criss Cross, effectively knocking germs out of the park. As one of India’s most beloved sports icons, Rohit’s dedication to his craft and his pursuit of excellence aligns with Oral-B’s commitment to delivering exceptional oral care solutions that delight our consumers, thus making him the perfect choice for us.”
Expressing his enthusiasm for the partnership, Sharma shared, “Recognizing the pivotal role of oral health in our overall well-being, I’m thrilled to join hands with a legacy brand like Oral-B. Their innovative approach, to integrate tech into Oral-B Criss Cross, not only enhances dental care but brings healthier smiles. With this new campaign, I hope everyone realizes the benefits and prioritizes their oral hygiene.”
DDB Mudra Group CCO Rahul Mathew said, “Oral-B’s Criss Cross bristles revolutionized the way a brush cleans your mouth. And in Rohit, we have someone who has revolutionized the way India plays cricket. So, we got the hitman to make sure the message hits home – Choose Oral-B Criss Cross for a healthy smile.”
Mumbai: Havells India Ltd, a leading fast-moving electrical goods (FMEG) company launched a new campaign, showcasing its commitment to catering to the dynamic consumer requirements with its technologically advanced, energy efficient, and designer range of fans. Havells rolls its latest BLDC+ fan range, showcasing innovative features targeting aspirations of tech savvy consumers: Albus an elegantly crafted MDF wooden blades with reversible designs, this fan enhances any room’s ambiance with mood-setting underlighting and dimming capabilities. Control is seamless with an all-encompassing RF remote, offering breeze and sleep modes, plus a timer for ultimate convenience. Stealth voice revolutionises your space with India’s first voice-controlled fan — no need for WiFi, internet, or smartphone connections. Experience unmatched silence and efficiency with a 245 cmm air delivery at just 40 W power consumption. Crista, elevates smart home living with its IoT integration, allowing for seamless control via the Havells Sync app, Amazon Alexa, or Google Assistant, and is complemented by a telescopic canopy for automatic adjustment with ceiling height and dust-resistant blades. Florette has adaptive comfort with its Smartsense mode, automatically adjusting fan speed in response to room humidity and temperature, for an effortlessly optimised environment. Elio UL BLDC+ embrace minimalist elegance with this sleek fan, consuming only 28 Watts. Available in a variety of colors including mist pearl white, matt black, and pinewood finishes.
The brand resonates with the thought that whenever the consumer felt the need to experience something new from their fans, they have looked up to Havells, a brand that has always delivered industry best experience. It celebrates the idea of “As much as you look up to us, we look up to you (for inspiration)”. These fans represent more than just technological excellence; they are a symbol of inspiration, drawing from the very needs and desires of the consumers.
Havells BLDC+ campaign, conceptualised by Mullen Lowe Lintas, the campaign is a montage of everyday moments, that encapsulates the journey beautifully, giving a unique touch to the product storytelling. It brings the ‘technology and innovation’ narrative to life, highlighting the advanced features of Havells fans. The ad film aims to showcase how each innovation is a step forward in responding to the customers’ evolving needs, reinforcing Havells commitment to excellence and leadership in the fan category.
Talking about the campaign, Havells India EVP Deepak Bansal said, “Havells continues to be a trusted name, maintaining a strong presence in the fan category through relentless progression and a focus on driving innovation. Our new range BLDC+ fans epitomize the culmination of technology with aesthetics which are the major evolving key buying factor of a consumer. From introducing smart sense technology to designing aesthetically superior fans, Havells has pioneered innovative solutions fans to enhance the customer experience”.
Commenting on the campaign, Havells India EVP – brand marcom Rohit Kapoor said, “Innovation is the cornerstone of our journey at Havells, driven by a deep understanding and anticipation of our consumers’ needs. Through our persistent efforts, Havells has emerged as the brand of choice for many. Our latest BLDC+ campaign is a testament to our enduring commitment to telling compelling stories that resonate with our audience. It underscores how Havells fans have been instrumental in meeting the evolving demands of our customers. We believe that this campaign, with its compelling narrative will not only celebrate our brand’s heritage but also further solidify Havells’ position as a leader in the fan category”.
Talking about the campaign, Mullen Lintas chief creative officer Ram Cobain said, “ By their very nature, ceiling fans make us look up to them. Our campaign shows how Havells has instead, always looked up to its consumers and sought inspiration from their lives. Every fan is so much more than just a fan; it is an empath, an enabler, and a friend. Our is a range film with ‘heart’ – technology in true service of unsaid human desires, warm, intuitive and beyond the utilitarian.”
The brand has tied up with Vikrant Massey, Aditi Rao Hydari and Mamta Mohan Das to promote the range as key digital influencers.
The 360-degree campaign is live and promoted across all mediums – television, digital, influencer marketing, outdoor, BTL and retail visibility. It will be aired during the IPL series on star sports, major GEC, movie, news, and regional channels across the country.
Mumbai: Nestlé Health Science has launched a campaign for its newly launched product, Resource Activ – a muti-benefit, high-protein drink. The campaign builds on relatable moments from the daily lives of millennials and encourages them to pay attention to their nutritional needs to keep their “real age activ”! The campaign has two commercials with humorous undertones.
Commenting on the launch of the campaign, Nestlé Health Science India director Mansi Khanna said, “Various research suggests that after 30 years of age, an individual’s muscle mass and bone density begins to reduce. Our new campaign for Resource Activ seeks to communicate this situation and highlights that with the New Edge formula, one can keep their real age active!”
Resource Activ, with its unique ‘New Edge Formula’, has high-quality proteins for muscles, enriched calcium and vitamin D for bone health and hyaluronate for skin health to address multiple nutritional needs of an individual above 30 years.
The video campaign will be broadcast across social media platforms including YouTube, Instagram, Facebook and select OTT platforms.
Mumbai: GPlus, Guwahati’s leading English weekly and hyper-local media brand, announced the launch of ‘The Tenure Campaign’ or Tenure Campaign, celebrating 10 years of being the city’s voice and media companion. The Campaign is celebrating this significant milestone by taking over the billboards of the city, sharing interesting anecdotes and powerful messages for the city, its people and all the readers which is coinciding with the upcoming 2024 General Elections. The campaign talks about the brand in the currently prevailing political environment making the messaging extremely contextual and relevant.
Earlier this year, the media house launched the GPlus Super app, a significant step towards the ever evolving digital landscape. This innovative product transcends traditional media boundaries, connecting, informing, and benefiting the people of Guwahati through its various features. From Big deals for discounts, and exclusive offers, to Citizen Journalism for encouraging hyper-local journalism and free classifieds wherein one can discover opportunities and post free ads. The App also helps people to network and connect for advice and recommendations through the Guwahati Connect feature which is a community/ forum. The app has over 25,000 active users across iOS and Android platforms.
Speaking about the milestone, GPlus founder and publisher Sunit Jain said, “Curiosity has been the driving force behind our journey at GPlus. We’ve thrived on asking questions, seeking knowledge, and staying curious for a solid decade. We cater to our readers, the heartbeat of our community, who share our insatiable inquisitiveness for updates and information around this city that we all love so much.”
Adding to it, GPlus CEO Sidharth Bedi Varma, shared, “From our inception in 2013, GPlus has evolved, embracing the pulse of the times and the vibrant spirit of Guwahati. Our journey has been a shared one, fueled by the energy and contributions of the very people who call this city home. Today, I can confidently say that GPlus isn’t just a publication; it’s a collective effort, a platform owned by the people, for the people.”
For the past ten years, GPlus has been more than just a media network; it has been the pulse of Guwahati, capturing its essence through its weekly tabloid, social media presence, and signature events like the Guwahati Food Awards, Guwahati Theatre Festival, Campus Talks among others. GPlus today boasts a vibrant community of over 700,000 organic fans and followers across various social media channels. In addition to its social media presence, GPlus has a readership of around 10 million people on its website every year, serving as a digital companion to its readers for everything around the city.
Mumbai: Polar Bear recently partnered with MadHawks to promote their new store launch in Gachibowli, Hyderabad, which is their 16th outlet in Hyderabad and 137th in India.
With a strategic influencer marketing campaign that involved 14 influencers, MadHawks was able to generate over two million views and 1.5 million reach, which made their store launch a big success. The store experienced long queues over the weekend and a complete sell-out on the weekday. These influencers were majorly in food and lifestyle content creation.
‘Polar Bear – The Ice Cream Sundae Zone’ has been serving its customers since 2008 when their first ice cream parlor was set up in Bangalore. With continuous love and appreciation from their customers, the ice cream sundae brand eventually expanded across multiple locations across the country.
“Launching our influencer campaign was a breeze with MadHawks by our side! From identifying the right influencers to reaching out to them, their expertise ensure smooth execution every step of the way. The strategic approach of team MadHawks exceeded our expectations, generating over two million views. Customers were lined up waiting for orders and expressing genuine excitement about our brand. We couldn’t have asked for a better partner. Kudos to the entire team at MadHawks for their outstanding support and professionalism,” said Polar Bear VP Prashant P.
In March 2024, Polar Bear launched its new outlet in Gachibowli, Hyderabad. To benefit from social media’s power in today’s digital landscape, the brand partnered with the digital marketing agency – MadHawks. The aim was to promote the new store’s launch and make it reach the maximum target audience.
The influencers visited the new store, tried their ice cream sundaes, and shared their experiences through Instagram reels. The reels shared by these influencers reached over 1.5 million people and got more than 2 million eyeballs and 20 thousand likes within numbered days.
Leaving us all flabbergasted, the reels are still getting thousands of organic views, which is evidence of MadHawks’ powerful influencer marketing strategy. MadHawks’ founder & CEO Ravi Kumar, commenting on the success of this campaign further added, “At MadHawks, we live by the spirit of the iconic tagline, ‘pehle istemal kare fir vishwas kare’ (use first, then believe). It’s a philosophy that resonated with me deeply since childhood. This commitment to adding value for our partners has been at the core of MadHawks since day one, and every client relationship, no matter where in the world. This Polar Bear campaign’s success is a testament to that dedication, our data-driven approach, and a fantastic collaboration. I’m incredibly proud of our social media team for their hard work and passion, which made this a massive win. Huge thanks to our partners at Polar Bear for trusting us with this opportunity.
