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  • Vim celebrates India’s cleanest cities with sparkling tribute and floor cleaner discounts

    Vim celebrates India’s cleanest cities with sparkling tribute and floor cleaner discounts

    MUMBAI: Hindustan Unilever’s home care brand Vim has rolled out a spirited, city-specific campaign to honour the winners of Swachh Survekshan 2024–25—India’s largest cleanliness survey spearheaded by the ministry of housing and urban affairs. As a nod to the residents of the nation’s cleanest cities, HUL is offering exclusive discounts on its Vim Ultrapro Floor Cleaner range—reinforcing its message that cleanliness begins at home.

    Now in its 10th year, Swachh Survekshan has become a national benchmark for urban hygiene and sanitation. In this year’s edition, Indore, Navi Mumbai, and Surat clinched the top ranks in the premier Super Swachh League, while cities like Ahmedabad, Bhopal, and Lucknow were spotlighted as rising stars. Prayagraj earned special praise for its sanitation efforts during the Mahakumbh. A total of 43 national awards were conferred.

    Vim’s hyperlocal campaign targets these winning cities with outdoor hoardings, local radio integrations, and hyperlocal influencer content. More than just a promotional push, the initiative is a celebration of civic pride and a bid to trigger sustained behavioural change around cleanliness—both inside homes and across communities.

    HUL home care general manager Srinandan Sundaram said, “Cleanliness has long been woven into the fabric of our culture, and Vim proudly stands by this enduring value. Along these lines, Vim has recently gone beyond dishwash and launched Vim Ultrapro Floor Cleaner range with patented biodegradable polymer technology + probiotic actives- which offers deep cleaning and enhanced performance. This campaign reflects our conviction that the path to cleaner cities starts from building the culture of cleanliness & we are celebrating the people from the winning cities for exhibiting the same. By echoing the spirit of Swachh Survekshan, we hope to inspire citizens to embrace cleanliness as a daily habit—and as a shared responsibility that strengthens our communities.”

    The campaign also doubles as a spotlight for Vim’s newly launched Ultrapro Floor Cleaner range, which features patented biodegradable polymer technology and probiotic actives. The product promises 100 per cent stain removal, deep cleaning, and exotic fragrances that last up to four hours—a technological upgrade aimed at India’s evolving home hygiene needs.

    With this initiative, HUL strengthens its alignment with national cleanliness drives, seamlessly connecting personal hygiene with civic responsibility—one mop at a time.

  • Kedaara Capital ropes in Unilever veteran Nitin Paranjpe as chief mentor and operating partner

    Kedaara Capital ropes in Unilever veteran Nitin Paranjpe as chief mentor and operating partner

    MUMBAI: Private equity firm Kedaara Capital has appointed Nitin Paranjpe as chief mentor and operating partner, tapping into the expertise of one of the most seasoned executives in India’s consumer goods sector.
    Paranjpe, who spent nearly four decades at Unilever, brings formidable leadership experience across operations, transformation, and global category management. 

    He began his career at the Anglo-Dutch FMCG giant in 1987 and went on to serve as CEO of Hindustan Unilever from 2008 to 2013—one of its youngest ever—and later held senior global roles including president of home care, president of foods and refreshment, and chief operating officer.

    During his tenure, Paranjpe spearheaded multiple high-impact initiatives, from doubling business performance at HUL, to leading large-scale integrations and driving digitisation at Unilever globally. Most recently, he served as chief people and transformation officer at Unilever, where he led one of the group’s most ambitious restructurings in two decades.

    In his new role, Paranjpe will work closely with Kedaara’s sector teams—especially in consumer and allied verticals—providing operational insight on both existing and prospective investments. He will also advise Kedaara’s senior leadership on strategic initiatives across the firm.

    Paranjpe currently serves as non-executive chairman of HUL, and sits on the boards of global firms including Heineken and Infosys, further underlining the stature he brings to the table.

    His appointment signals Kedaara’s intent to deepen operational value creation as a key lever in its investment thesis across India’s high-growth consumer landscape.

  • Nishant Tannwarr steps up as general manager at TV Today

    Nishant Tannwarr steps up as general manager at TV Today

    NEW DELHI: Nishant Tannwarr has been appointed general manager at TV Today, home to leading news brands like Aaj Tak and India Today. A media industry stalwart with over two decades of experience, Tannwarr brings deep expertise across regional revenue, key account management, and broadcast sales.

    Tannwarr has been with TV Today since 2022, previously serving as north head of Aaj Tak HD, where he spearheaded monetisation efforts across the premium Hindi news offering. His elevation signals the group’s intent to double down on integrated sales strategies and agency partnerships.

    Prior to joining TV Today, Tannwarr held senior sales and leadership roles at Sony Pictures Networks, where he served as region head for SAB TV, and earlier as vice president handling national revenue mandates. His media career includes stints at Star India, Zee Telefilms, Eenadu TV and Daewoo Motors—cutting his teeth across both regional and national markets.

    Known for building scalable revenue engines and high-performing sales teams, Tannwarr is expected to steer TV Today’s commercial agenda in a volatile media landscape increasingly shaped by digital shifts and advertiser fragmentation.

  • Shiv Raheja takes charge of e-commerce and quick commerce at Society Tea

    Shiv Raheja takes charge of e-commerce and quick commerce at Society Tea

    MUMBAI: Shiv Raheja has been elevated to head of digital marketing – e-commerce and quick commerce at Society Tea, marking a significant milestone in his nearly six-year journey with the Mumbai-based FMCG brand.
    Raheja, who joined the company in November 2019, has steadily climbed the ranks from digital marketing manager to senior manager – digital and e-commerce, and now assumes full leadership of the brand’s digital commerce and growth strategies.

    With a decade-plus track record across high-growth sectors like FMCG, OTT and retail, Raheja has worked with marquee companies including Nature’s Basket, Hotstar and Gold’s Gym. At Hotstar, he was instrumental in converting blue-chip brands like Apple, Reliance Jio and Bajaj Auto into digital-first advertisers, while also bringing LIC onboard for the Rio Olympics in 2016.

    Known for his innovative integration campaigns and knack for driving customer acquisition at scale, Raheja is now tasked with accelerating Society Tea’s digital revenue and strengthening its footprint across e-commerce and q-commerce platforms.

    Raheja’s appointment comes as Society Tea looks to sharpen its focus on digital-first distribution in a rapidly evolving tea and beverages market.

  • Television’s Biggest Night: Inside the Dazzling Indian Telly Awards 2025

    Television’s Biggest Night: Inside the Dazzling Indian Telly Awards 2025

    MUMBAI: The stage was set for a glittering event, one of India’s most prestigious entertainment award functions in television. Organized by the parent company, Indian Television Dot Com and Tellychakkar, the event honoured the finest talent in Indian television, celebrating exceptional performances, groundbreaking creativity, and artistic excellence.

    Hosted by Sandiip Sikcand, Jay Soni and Sugandha Mishra, this year’s ceremony was as dazzling as it was memorable.

    Event Details: 
    • Date: 23rd july 2025 
    • Time: 7:00 PM – 11:30 PM 
    • Venue: JW Marriott Juhu 
    • Tickets: By invite only

    THE GRACEFUL SPONSORS WITHOUT WHICH THE EVENING WOULD NOT HAVE BEEN POSSIBLE ARE :

    Waman Hari Pethe Jewellers has been a trusted name since 1909.

    Rooted in Maharashtra’s rich heritage and driven by a progressive vision, we are proud to be the Title Sponsor of the Indian Telly Awards this year.

    This association celebrates the brilliance of Indian television, just as we celebrate craftsmanship and timeless elegance in jewellery.

    We look forward to a long and meaningful partnership with this iconic platform,” said Ashish Pethe, Partner, Waman Hari Pethe Jewellers. “Partnering with the Indian Telly Awards is a proud moment for RENÉE. It’s a celebration of confidence, creativity, and the power of self-expression. Together, we honor the faces and stories that continue to inspire millions.”

    Aashka Goradia, Co – Founder & CMO, RENÉE Cosmetics “At OTerRi, we get that life moves fast, and laundry usually gets left behind. That’s where we step in.

    Partnering with the Indian Telly Awards means more than visibility for us.

    It means reminding people that even in the middle of all the lights, cameras, and chaos, clean clothes shouldn’t be a worry.

    We’re here to make everyday life feel a little lighter, one load at a time!

    Behind every spotless outfit, there is a silent hero – We are OterRi” – Abhishek Sharma CTO & Manoj Wanvari COO OterRi 

    “The Indian Telly awards are not just about celebrating talent but about acknowledging the stories that inspire and resonate with millions. This year, they aim to make the event bigger and more unforgettable than ever with getting the best from the Industry under one roof and making sure they are acknowledged for entertaining millions,” said Anil Wanvari, Founder of the awards and parent companies.

    Anil Wanvari

    Event Highlights:

    • Red carpet arrivals featuring India’s top TV and music stars.

    • Award categories, including Best Actor, Best Actress, Best Show and Viewers and Editors Choice Awards.

    • Jeetendra and Shobha Kapoor together got felicitated and a sweet moment was shared between them

    Rupali Ganguly

    • Rupali Ganguly, Bharti Singh, Krushna Abhishek, Ankita Lokhande, Deepika Singh and many more biggies under one roof

    Vivian Dsena

    • Vivian Dsena and Karanveer Mehra bonding on the red-carpet after the show.

    • The Laughter Chefs star contestants sharing a winning moment with their awards at the red carpet.

    Shivangi Joshi

    • Shivangi Joshi recevieng her award and speaking on Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai.

    Karan Kundrra

    • Karan Kundrra doing his boyfriend duty by collecting the award for ladylove Tejasswi Prakash and for himself.

    • Akanksha Puri stunning the paps with her jaw-dropping look

    Arti Singh and Krushna Abhishek

    • Arti Singh and Krushna Abhishek sharing the most beautiful sibling bond while the latter won and was handed over his winning moment by his sister

    Bharti Singh

    • Bharti Singh’s winning speech had everyone smiling.

    Deepika Singh

    • Deepika Singh ever grateful to win her second Indian Telly Award.

    Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai

    • The entire cast of Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai having a lovely moment on stage.

    Anupamaa

    • Team DKP along with the cast of Anupamaa and Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai enjoying a family moment on stage.

    Shobha Kapoor,Jeetendra

    • Veteran actor Jeetendra presenting the award to wife Shobha Kapoor, creating a timeless moment.

    Actress Hiba Nawab And Krushal Ahuja

    • Krushal Ahuja and Hiba Nawab dazzle together on the red carpet at the Indian Telly Awards 2025.  

    • Exclusive, star-studded after-party for VIP guests

    Asit modi

     • Asit Modi beams with pride after winning for Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah at the Indian Telly Awards 2025.

    Dilip Joshi, • Dilip Joshi wins hearts and honours once again for his iconic role as Jethalal at the Indian Telly Awards 2025. Jamnadas Majethia • JD Majethia bags top honours, celebrating his contribution to Indian television comedy at the 2025 Telly Awards.    
    Other Celebrities hobnobbing with each other from the likes of Romit Raj, Eijaz Khan, Gauri Tonk, Hunar Hali, Sudhandhu Pandey, Shiv Thakre, Sarita Joshi, Dilip Joshi, and Shubhangi Atre to Tanuj Virwani, Nivedita Basu, Avinash Mishra, Khanzadi, Priyamvada Kant and many more.

     

  • Tedhe Medhe goes viral with a reel-y snackable content masterclass

    Tedhe Medhe goes viral with a reel-y snackable content masterclass

    MUMBAI: What do you get when a snack brand embraces meme culture, musical flair, and internet spontaneity? A full-blown digital dhamaka, that’s what. Bingo! Tedhe Medhe’s latest campaign, Sabkajawaabtedhemedhe, has turned into one of the biggest organic internet moments of the year, proving that the best marketing isn’t always cooked up in a boardroom, sometimes it’s born in a spontaneous Instagram reel.

    The spark? A reel by creator Deepankar Koshta casually declaring, “Tedhe Medhe bhi acche lagte hain.” With over 3 million organic views, the line struck a chord. Sensing its viral potential, Bingo! responded not with a brand plug, but a personal touch, a Tedhe Medhe hamper and handwritten note prompting 7 plus organic follow-up reels and another 1.5 million views.

    Then came the beat drop. Bingo! roped in music producer Anshuman Sharma, turning the catchphrase into an irresistibly quirky anthem. The result? A social media juggernaut with over 68 million views, 122k shares, and 3.5x engagement compared to the brand’s regular content making it Bingo!’s second-most shared post ever.

    The virality spiced up further when content creator Parveen Sharma crafted a meme-dance routine to the anthem, clocking 44 million views and 225k shares breaking records to become the brand’s most shared content to date.

    Not one to miss a beat, Bingo! then launched the SabkaJawaabTedheMedhe contest with comedian Satish Ray, asking users to respond to life’s oddball questions using Deepankar’s reel audio. The challenge garnered over 1.7 million views, 14k shares, and hundreds of user remixes.

    The ripple effect snowballed with influencers like Purav Jha and even brands like Swiggy joining in. Daily meme-style posts generated between 1.4 to 5 million views each. In total, the campaign racked up over 112 million views, 21 million in reach, and nearly 1 million engagements all largely organic.

    More than just a quirky campaign, Bingo!’s digital blitz shows how embracing real-time culture, giving credit to creators, and speaking the internet’s native language can turn a single unscripted moment into a nationwide snack sensation.

    Because in the age of reels and relatability Tedhe is the new straight.

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  • Amagi files for Rs 1,020 crore IPO to boost tech and cloud expansion

    Amagi files for Rs 1,020 crore IPO to boost tech and cloud expansion

    MUMBAI: Clouds, cash, and content Amagi’s IPO play is streaming towards Dalal Street. Amagi Media Labs, the Bengaluru-based SaaS powerhouse fuelling global streaming, has filed its draft red herring prospectus (DRHP) with SEBI for a blockbuster IPO combining fresh equity of up to Rs 1,020 crore and an offer for sale (OFS) of 3.41 crore equity shares.

    The fresh issue will fund Rs 667 crore in tech and cloud infrastructure, while also financing future acquisitions and corporate purposes. The IPO will also give early backers including Premji Invest, Norwest Venture Partners, Accel, and Avataar Ventures, a chance to partially exit via the OFS route.

    Founded in 2008 by Baskar Subramanian, Srividhya Srinivasan, and Arunachalam Srinivasan Karapattu, Amagi has emerged as a global player in the Media & Entertainment (M&E) technology landscape. Its AI-powered, cloud-native platform supports content providers, OTT distributors, and advertisers in uploading, managing, and monetising video content whether it’s on smartphones, smart TVs, or streaming platforms.

    Today, Amagi works with over 45 per cent of the top 50 listed media and entertainment companies by revenue, cementing its position as the go-to “industry cloud” for streaming.

    The company is structured into three verticals Cloud Modernisation, Streaming Unification, and Monetisation & Marketplace serving television networks, film studios, production houses, telecom operators, OTT giants, and advertising platforms.

    Financially, the company is turning the corner with impressive top-line growth. In FY25, Amagi clocked Rs 1,162 crore in revenue from operations, posting a CAGR of 30.70 per cent from FY23 to FY25. Even more notably, its adjusted EBITDA margin turned positive at 2.02 per cent, bouncing back from -17.69 per cent in FY24 and -20.62 per cent in FY23, a strong indicator of improved operational leverage.

    Amagi may also explore a Pre-IPO placement of up to Rs 204 crore, which would reduce the fresh issue proportionally.

    Leading the IPO charge are Kotak Mahindra Capital, Goldman Sachs India, Citigroup Global Markets, IIFL Capital, and Avendus Capital, with the listing proposed on both the BSE and NSE.

    For a company that started out serving satellite TV channels, Amagi has now become a global cloud-streaming disruptor poised to write its next big chapter on India’s public markets. With video streaming only growing and cloud infrastructure becoming critical, Amagi’s IPO could be the signal investors have been waiting to tune into.

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  • Richard Gere opens up to Wion in rare and powerful new interview

    Richard Gere opens up to Wion in rare and powerful new interview

    MUMBAI: In a world short on substance and long on noise, leave it to Richard Gere to centre the conversation, not on celebrity, but on compassion. The global film icon sits down with Wion for an unmissable interview airing this Saturday, 26 july at 7:30 pm IST, with repeat telecasts on Sunday, 27 July at 8:00 AM and 2:30 pm IST. Forget red carpets and glitzy premieres. This one’s about red robes, resistance, and the resilience of a people. Gere opens up to Wion’s Molly Gambhir in a conversation that spans decades of spiritual discovery, activism for Tibet, and the moral compass that’s kept him grounded in the midst of stardom.

    From his first encounter with His Holiness the Dalai Lama to championing Tibetan freedom on the world stage, Gere’s words are a masterclass in mindful living. “Spirituality isn’t something you wear, it’s how you move through the world,” he reflects in the episode, part of Wion’s signature series The Interview.

    He reminisces about monsoon evenings in Tibetan homes and dives into personal stories rarely shared of navigating Hollywood with intent, of standing firm in his beliefs when it wasn’t fashionable, and of advocating for truth even when it came at a cost.

    The special also serves as a deeper call to action. “In an age of distraction, we need moral clarity,” says Wion managing editor Rabin Sharma. “This isn’t just an interview. It’s a mirror held up to a world in flux and Gere’s voice cuts through the clutter with startling grace and honesty.”

    As the conversation shifts from spiritual identity to global solidarity, Gere champions the voices of those often ignored. His compassion doesn’t preach, it pulses with authenticity. Whether you’re tuning in for his thoughts on Tibetan freedom or just seeking a rare moment of calm wisdom, this is one interview you won’t want to miss.

    Catch Richard Gere: Unfiltered on Wion this weekend. Because sometimes, it takes a silver fox to deliver golden truths.

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  • Ekta Kapoor distances herself from Altt after Centre bans OTT app for obscene content

    Ekta Kapoor distances herself from Altt after Centre bans OTT app for obscene content

    MUMBAI: Ekta Kapoor on Saturday issued a sharp clarification, asserting she has no links with Altt—the OTT platform recently blacklisted by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting for streaming “obscene and vulgar content.” 

    The Centre earlier this week banned 25 websites and apps, including Altt, Ullu, Desiflix and Big Shots, citing repeated violations of The Indecent Representation of Women (Prohibition) Act, Section 67 of the IT Act, and Section 292 of the Indian Penal Code. The ministry said the banned platforms hosted content with “sexual innuendos” and “long portions of sexually explicit scenes involving nudity,” crossing the threshold into pornographic territory. 

    In a detailed statement, Kapoor clarified that although she runs Balaji Telefilms, she has had no role at Altt since June 2021. “Contrary to reports, I am not associated in any capacity whatsoever with Altt I stepped down from any involvement over three years ago,” she stated.  

     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     

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    She further added that Altt is now operated by Balaji Telefilms Ltd, following the merger of ALT Digital Media Entertainment Ltd.—earlier its wholly owned subsidiary—approved by the National Company Law Tribunal. The merger officially came into effect on  20 June  2025. 

    “Balaji Telefilms Ltd, listed on the BSE and NSE, is a professionally managed media company and fully compliant with all applicable laws. It continues to uphold the highest standards of corporate governance,” the statement read. 
    Kapoor’s comments come amid a media frenzy linking her to the now-banned Altt. “Any insinuation contrary to the above facts is strongly denied. The media is requested to report accurately,” she concluded.

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  • TV Today buys Romesh Films for Rs 200 crore to acquire Noida property

    TV Today buys Romesh Films for Rs 200 crore to acquire Noida property

    MUMBAI: In a deal that’s more location than storyline, TV Today Network has greenlit a blockbuster acquisition not of a production house with a hit filmography, but of a shell company sitting on prime land. At its board meeting on 25 July, the India Today Group-owned broadcaster approved the Rs 200 crore acquisition of Romesh Films Private Limited, a company with zero revenue, a modest net worth of Rs 5.93 crore, and one marquee asset: an immovable property in Noida. The company posted a profit after tax of Rs 2.82 crore in FY25 despite no turnover, a neat little plot twist that reflects its sole function as a property holder.

    Rather than purchase the property outright, TV Today has opted to buy 100 per cent equity 4,65,010 shares of face value Rs 100 each of Romesh Films from existing shareholders. The deal excludes any net assets other than the land and building and is subject to due diligence, stamp duty, registration charges, and other transfer-related costs.

    Once completed, Romesh Films will become a wholly owned subsidiary of TV Today Network. The company says the acquisition will aid operational convenience and support long-term expansion, given its proximity to the group’s corporate office in Noida.

    TV Today Network reported revenue from operations of Rs 197.19 crore for the quarter ended June 2025, navigating a quarter of industry-wide recalibration following last year’s election-related ad spike. Profit from continuing operations stood at Rs 7.39 crore, while the company posted a net profit of Rs 7.35 crore for the period, reflecting a stable performance in a non-election cycle.

    The radio business now treated as a discontinued operation dragged further, reporting a loss before tax of Rs 0.05 crore, contributing to a cumulative drag of Rs 7.89 crore for FY25.

    But the company isn’t tuning out yet. In February, it signed an MoU to sell its three radio stations in Delhi, Mumbai and Kolkata (104.8 FM) for Rs 20 crore. The transaction, pending MIB approvals, will be routed through its wholly owned subsidiary, Vibgyor Broadcasting.

    The net result? A strategic shift from frequencies to fixed assets, with an eye on solid ground even if it comes with no script.