Category: Ad Campaigns

  • NPCI unveils UPI safety awareness campaign – ‘Main Moorkh Nahi Hoon’

    NPCI unveils UPI safety awareness campaign – ‘Main Moorkh Nahi Hoon’

    Mumbai: The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) has launched the UPI safety awareness campaign ‘Main Moorkh Nahi Hoon’, aimed at educating citizens about the safe use of digital payment services and preventing scams. Conceptualised by Ogilvy, the campaign seeks to equip users with the skills to identify and counter common threats and scams in the digital space.

    Although UPI is a secure platform, concerns over fraud have made some users wary of digital transactions. This initiative focuses on reinforcing UPI’s security features while offering practical advice on conducting safe transactions, encouraging individuals to take responsibility for their digital security.

    Pankaj Tripathi, the campaign’s brand ambassador, stars in a series of six ad films that highlight prevalent scam tactics such as SMS phishing and deceptive online money schemes. The films, produced in 11 languages, are designed to reach a wide Indian audience, raising awareness across different regions and communities.

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    Two films in the series, Moongfaliwala and Paanwala, have already been released. These ads emphasise the need for vigilance and remind people not to let scammers exploit their kindness. The campaign aims to empower users to protect themselves from fraud and promote confidence in using UPI for secure transactions.

    NPCI MD & CEO Dilip Asbe said, “As India moves towards a digital-first future, it is important to empower citizens to prevent digital frauds. We believe this Digital Public Good campaign, through impactful and relatable stories, will empower users and equip them with the knowledge and skills to identify and fight online scams. User awareness is important to build trust in digital payment services and promote financial inclusion.”

    Ogilvy India chief advisor Piyush Pandey said, “This campaign recognises and salutes the common man with common sense. Enough common sense to protect himself/herself from being cheated by thieves and frauds. The common man becomes an influencer whose confidence is an inspiration, for everyone like you and me, to be smarter, and not be treated like a naive person, vulnerable to the cheats. Therefore, the line ‘Main Moorkh Nahi Hoon’.”

    The 360-degree media campaign aims to increase user education and reduce online scams, thereby boosting confidence in digital payments.

  • INDmoney urges Indians to stop letting money sit idle in new campaign

    INDmoney urges Indians to stop letting money sit idle in new campaign

    Mumbai: INDmoney, one of India’s rapidly growing fintech platforms, launches a powerful new ad campaign titled ‘Apne Money Ko Khali Mat Bithao’ (Don’t let your money sit idle). Through a series of four engaging brand films, the campaign encourages viewers to actively manage their finances by investing and tracking their money smartly instead of letting it lie dormant.

    Set in relatable environments like gyms, office cafeterias, and hallways, each short film tells the story of two characters: one, a savvy INDmoney user who confidently states, ‘Maine apne money ko kaam par laga dia hai’ (I’ve put my money to work), and the other, who realises their money has been ‘sleeping’. Enter INDman, INDmoney’s superhero, who playfully jolts Moneyman, the idle money symbol, into action, inspiring viewers to follow suit.

    INDmoney, vice president & chief marketing officer, Ashish Arya said, “At INDmoney, our mission is to empower users to take control of their finances by simplifying investments through our one-stop platform. This brand campaign anchors on a simple yet powerful insight – we’re all caught in the daily grind to earn money, but we often overlook the fact that our hard-earned money is just sitting idle in bank accounts.”

    He added, “By highlighting relatable, everyday scenarios, we aim to make personal finance simpler and more accessible, be it investing in Indian or US stocks, mutual funds, or seamlessly tracking finances on a single app. INDman embodies our mission to help everyone take control of their finances.”

    Supari Studios, Director, Dipro Ghosal shared, “The concept behind these films is to communicate INDmoney’s message in an entertaining and relatable way. Through humour and everyday settings, we want INDman’s interactions to resonate with viewers, encouraging them to rethink their money management.”

    Launching across digital and social platforms, this campaign aims to inspire Indians nationwide to take an active role in growing their wealth with INDmoney.

  • Nat Habit Unveils New Chapter of ‘Breathe Life Into Your Beauty’ campaign

    Nat Habit Unveils New Chapter of ‘Breathe Life Into Your Beauty’ campaign

    Mumbai – Nat Habit unveiled the next phase of its “Breathe Life Into Your Beauty” campaign. In this chapter, Nat Habit unleashes the power of  fresh Ayurveda with modern storytelling and latest technology to help consumers unlock the full potential of ayurvedic  beauty solutions. The campaign weaves together two central elements: collaborations with artists and creators across diverse fields and the launch of VeDHA, a tool for skin- health assessment.

    As part of its launch campaign, Nat Habit has joined forces with content creators Kirti Bhoutika, Upasana Madan, and Prakriti, each bringing her own craft and perspective from diverse backgrounds—like dance, culinary arts, and travel. These creators embody the campaign’s philosophy of infusing life and energy into beauty. Their stories bring forth a unique perspective to the narrative, showcasing how Nat Habit’s meticulous approach from ingredient selection to controlled processes aligns with their own attention to detail, finesse and habitual practice of their craft that culminates into breathtaking expertise. Each of these women—whether performing, creating, or inspiring—has perfected her craft with dedication and precision, embodying the same authenticity that Nat Habit champions in its fresh Ayurveda offerings. Their journeys highlight the power of pure, carefully crafted solutions that keep them radiant and resilient.

    Among the content creators, Dancer and Artist Upasana Madan shared her thoughts on the campaign’s resonance with her own art: “For me, dance is about channelling energy and bringing each movement to life. With Nat Habit’s ‘Breathe Life Into Your Beauty’ campaign, I see the same philosophy being applied to beauty. My performance is an artistic representation of how Nat Habit’s natural formulations rejuvenate our routines, working deeply to nourish and enhance from within, harmonizing with our natural rhythm for glowing, healthy skin.”

    Culinary master and MasterChef India season five winner Kirti Bhoutika also shared her perspective: “Fermentation is such an incredible process—whether in my kitchen or in Nat Habit’s formulations. It breaks down nutrients for better absorption, making the simplest ingredients truly impactful. Just as my kanji brings life to the gut, Nat Habit’s Navdha Shampoo uses fermentation to enhance bio-availability, nourishing hair right from the roots.”

    “In today’s beauty landscape, there’s often a gap in understanding just how powerful natural ingredients can be when used with precision,” said Nat Habit co-founder Swagatika Das. “VeDHA is designed to bridge this gap, placing Ayurveda in a scientific context, in a language that the consumer understands, breaking away from the traditional narrative of Ayurveda. Our aim is to reinterpret Ayurveda for the Indian consumer, who is rooted yet modern. This reinterpretation is also reflected in the creators we are collaborating with – a kaleidoscope of pure art and modern lifestyle that come together to reflect the essence of Nat Habit”.

    Chief marketing officer Ankita Srivastava stated, “The second phase of “Breathe Life Into Your Beauty” campaign marries the art of beauty and the science of Ayurveda. Each creator’s story underscores the meticulous attention to detail that goes into their craft as also into every Nat Habit product, breathing life into beauty – a brand – trust building exercise through story telling. On the other hand VeDHA is a demonstration of skin health and cellular age that weaves back into the central idea of fresh Ayurveda working effectively at the cellular level.”

  • Fin One’s #TheLakshmiTest engages 3,000 youth in Diwali financial fitness

    Fin One’s #TheLakshmiTest engages 3,000 youth in Diwali financial fitness

    Mumbai: Fin One, a digital-first initiative by Angel One, launched the #TheLakshmiTest campaign for Diwali, aiming to promote financial awareness, particularly among youth and rural communities. The campaign encouraged participants to assess their financial habits during the festive season, aligning with Diwali’s theme of wealth and abundance. It attracted significant engagement, with 13,000 page views and 3,000 participants, yielding an impressive 86 per cent quiz completion rate.

    #TheLakshmiTest was primarily promoted through Fin One’s Instagram and YouTube channels, targeting the 18-25 age group. The multi-channel campaign also included print inserts in Bengaluru households, influencer partnerships, and digital ads on popular food delivery platforms like Swiggy, ensuring broad outreach. The campaign focused on financial reflection and goal-setting, bringing financial readiness to the forefront during Diwali.

    Key insights include:

    . Expense tracking: 71 per cent of participants regularly track expenses, though 30 per cent don’t, highlighting room for improvement.

    . Emergency fund: 66.5 per cent have an emergency fund, but one-third lack it, signaling a critical gap in financial preparedness.

    . Savings habits: 70 per cent save a portion of their income immediately, but 30 per cent have yet to adopt this habit.

    . Health insurance: 67 per cent have health insurance, leaving one-third without coverage.

    . Investment and portfolio: 53.7 per cent have diversified investments, with 56 per cent in mutual funds, but nearly half still lack portfolio diversification.

    Through #TheLakshmiTest, Fin One sparked an engaging conversation around financial health and the importance of making informed financial decisions. The campaign demonstrated Fin One’s commitment to promoting financial literacy, encouraging India’s youth to adopt better money management practices for a secure future.

  • Lowe Lintas launches bold ‘Be Different’ campaign for Merino Laminates

    Lowe Lintas launches bold ‘Be Different’ campaign for Merino Laminates

    Mumbai: Merino Laminates has launched a captivating 360° brand campaign, ‘Be Different’, to inspire homeowners to make bold style choices. Conceptualised by Lowe Lintas, the campaign features an intriguing film with actress Isha Talwar that challenges consumers to rethink traditional decor with Merino’s unique and aesthetically driven laminate designs.

    “With ‘Be Different’, we are empowering customers to create spaces that are as unique as they are,” said Merino Group chief marketing officer, Parveen Gupta. “Our new brand proposition reflects our commitment to offering designs that let our customers make confident style statements.”

    The campaign spotlights Merino’s Sampada Collection, a groundbreaking series of laminate designs inspired by Indian art and heritage, which sets new benchmarks in interior design. Sharing her thoughts, Lowe Lintas, president (creative), Vasudha Misra said, “As fine dining restaurants speak about produce that’s farm to table, here’s an advertising equivalent that’s as satisfying. Based on a simple myth, it led to an interesting visual device that still makes us smile, even after watching it a thousand times.”

  • Choice Equity Broking launches #BharoseKiChoice campaign

    Choice Equity Broking launches #BharoseKiChoice campaign

    Mumbai: Choice Equity Broking, part of Choice International, has launched the #BharoseKiChoice campaign to highlight its legacy of trust in financial services. The campaign focuses on the Choice FinX App, which has reshaped how Indians engage with financial markets.

    #BharoseKiChoice emphasises trust in financial decision-making, positioning Choice as a reliable, transparent guide amid a crowded investment landscape. The campaign includes three commercials using humor and unexpected twists to stress the importance of choosing trustworthy professionals for critical financial decisions.

    “Trust is the cornerstone of financial relationships,” said Choice head of marketing Nitin Agarwal. “These light-hearted scenarios carry a powerful message – just as you wouldn’t trust a painter with your wedding makeup or a tailor with medical care, you shouldn’t entrust your financial future to anything less than proven expertise. Through #BharoseKiChoice, we’re not just promoting a service—we’re celebrating our fundamental promise to investors: absolute trust, transparency, and reliability in every interaction. The Choice FinX app embodies this commitment, offering users not just cutting-edge technology, but peace of mind.”

    Choice continues to lead the financial services sector with its comprehensive suite of services spanning stock broking, wealth management, mutual funds, insurance, investment banking, and financial education. The company’s dedication to innovation and customer-first approach has established new industry standards for trust and transparency.

  • Quess Corp launches #FindYourWings campaign with Jasprit Bumrah

    Quess Corp launches #FindYourWings campaign with Jasprit Bumrah

    Mumbai: Quess Workforce Management has launched its first advertising campaign. Over 17 years, Quess has built a global presence in staffing, employing over 5,00,000 people and supporting sectors like manufacturing, IT, BFSI, retail, and telecom.

    The campaign film features cricketer Jasprit Bumrah, capturing his journey from a small backyard to world-class stadiums, mirroring Quess’s values of determination, focus, and excellence. Conceived by Famous Innovations and produced by Little Giants Films, the film can be seen in movie theatres, YouTube, LinkedIn and other social media platforms.

    Quess Corp ED & group CEO Guruprasad Srinivasan said: “Our ad campaign celebrates perseverance, determination, and dedication that is synonymous to Jasprit Bumrah’s accomplishments and Quess Corp’s 17-year history as a workforce management pioneer. Like Bumrah’s rise from his humble beginnings to a global cricketing icon reflects his grit and commitment to excellence. This campaign #findyourwings showcases the opportunities and career journey for our associates to build their aspirations through Quess. We’re excited to begin this new chapter, reinforcing our promise to deliver state of the art workforce solutions.”

    Famous Innovations, South, chief creative officer George Kovoor said: “Quess’s journey has been both meteoric and inspiring. Pretty much the same can be said of one of my favourite cricketers, Jasprit Bumrah. This film is charged with the energy and passion of two world beaters and I am very excited with what we were able to create. I have very little doubt that this is one of Bumrah’s best films. I thank the clients for backing us in this exciting and extremely satisfying project.”

  • Adidas and Manchester United unveil new retro-inspired adicolor collection

    Adidas and Manchester United unveil new retro-inspired adicolor collection

    Mumbai: Adidas and Manchester United introduce an all-new adicolor collection, blending retro aesthetics with modern comfort. This latest launch revives the iconic styles of the 70s and 80s, reimagined in Manchester United’s classic red and black colorways, bringing fans a fresh take on the club’s historic kits.

    The collection includes a slim-fit track top crafted in premium pique material, featuring adidas’ engineered three stripes tape, a ribbed collar and cuffs, and zipped side pockets. A bold Trefoil logo and the iconic United club crest flock-printed on the chest enhance the look, while matching pique track pants complete the set with tailored details, including three stripes tape and zipped side pockets. Finishing the collection is a crew neck tee with short sleeves and the same Trefoil and crest details, offering supporters a casual yet stylish option.

    Inspired by Manchester United’s kits from the 1980-90s, the adicolor range honors the team’s heritage while introducing vintage design elements. The collection features the classic club crest and 80s-inspired lettering on the track top’s back, adding a nostalgic flair for fans.

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  • HP launches ‘Stories of India’ campaign to preserve folklore through AI

    HP launches ‘Stories of India’ campaign to preserve folklore through AI

    Mumbai: HP India is celebrating Diwali with the launch of its campaign, ‘Stories of India with HP,’ blending tradition with technology in a heartfelt story of legacy preservation. The campaign follows Sharad, a retired storyteller who embodies an older generation, often overlooked in today’s digital-first world. Through Sharad’s journey, HP showcases the transformative role of AI in keeping folklore alive, offering a way to bridge generational divides through innovative storytelling.

    In this campaign, HP reaffirms its commitment to empowering creators, storytellers, and elders, envisioning a future where cultural heritage and technology can thrive together. The story unfolds with Sharad, who, feeling adrift after retirement, reconnects with his storytelling roots when his granddaughter visits for Diwali. As he shares his beloved tales, he realises the threat traditional storytelling faces in the digital age. Guided by his daughter, Sharad explores HP’s AI-powered tools, creating animated versions of his stories and launching his own YouTube channel, revitalising folklore for future generations.

    HP India, SVP & MD, Ipsita Dasgupta commented, “At HP, we believe that technology has the power to preserve the heart and soul of our cultural heritage. Our film tells a story of how technology innovations such as AI can weave together the past and present, uniting generations through the magic of timeless tales. We hope this story inspires everyone to embrace innovation while preserving the richness of our heritage for future generations.”

    Since its release, the campaign film has garnered over 26 million views, resonating deeply with audiences across platforms.

  • Indus Battle Royale unveils ranked mode, new avatars, and weapons

    Indus Battle Royale unveils ranked mode, new avatars, and weapons

    Mumbai: SuperGaming’s Indo-futuristic battle royale, ‘Indus’, has launched its highly anticipated update with Patch v.1.1.0 (#5102000), introducing a Ranked Game Mode (Beta), new avatars, melee weapons, and customisation features aimed at enhancing gameplay and player immersion.

    Key Patch Highlights

    – Ranked Game Mode (Beta): Players can now rise through skill-based ranks—Bronze, Silver, Gold, Platinum, Diamond, Yodha, Maha Yodha, and the elite Cosmic tier. Each rank is divided into levels I, II, and III, with Maha Yodha and Cosmic as the ultimate goals, creating a competitive arena for players to showcase their mastery.

    – Visual Customisation: A range of new Style Color Presets lets players personalise in-game visuals for a unique experience. The redesigned home screen offers Indus a fresh, contemporary look.

    – New Avatars and Weapons: Players can now select from avatars like Rakshas, Kaali Billi, and Naagin. Two new melee weapons, the Shahi Khanjar and Naag Shakti, join the arsenal for close-range combat effectiveness.

    – Personalisation Additions: Additional options, including stickers, dive trails, emotes, and portraits, give players more ways to customise their experience.

    – Enhanced Visuals and Controls: Upgraded Cosmium VFX delivers a more immersive capture experience, while aim assist has been refined for greater precision.

    – Gameplay Adjustments and Fixes: Increased vehicle availability and expanded backpack capacity improve gameplay flow, while adjustments to Chappal damage and bug fixes ensure balanced performance across all devices.

    This release is the first of many from SuperGaming, promising regular updates that reflect ongoing player feedback and fuel the evolution of ‘Indus’ as a leader in the battle royale genre.