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Fabindia appoints 80-dB Mavericks as PR consultancy
MUMBAI: Following a competitive multi-agency pitch, 80-dB Mavericks, one of India’s premier reputation advisory consultancy, has been awarded the public relations business for Fabindia, a leading lifestyle brand.
The appointment will see 80-dB Mavericks roll-out integrated communications solutions for Fabindia, to drive greater engagement with consumers across India.
Confirming the appointment, Fabindia chief brand and marketing officer Karan Kumar said, “Fabindia is delighted to bring on board 80-dB Mavericks as our strategic PR partner. Their strong team, creative ability and thorough understanding of the brand task gave us the confidence to award them this mandate. At Fabindia, we are very passionate about our unique story – one that is anchored on our strong association with artisans and craftspeople and underpins our diverse product range. We believe the team at 80-dB Mavericks shares our passion and will be able to help us communicate our story to a new generation of consumers, making Fabindia their preferred brand as well. We look forward to working with the team at 80dB-Mavericks”.
On winning the PR mandate, 80 dB Mavericks co-founder and joint managing director Kiran Ray Chaudhury said, “Fabindia is an iconic Brand and a leader in the retail lifestyle space and we are honoured and delighted that they have chosen us as partners to further their business objectives. This partnership is testament to the strength of our diverse offerings and our senior counsel. Given the current communications landscape, we would be employing a multi-channel approach to drive opportunities for brand engagement to ensure that Fabindia remains highly relevant and personal”.
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BigTrunk Communications wins digital mandate for Soframycin
MUMBAI: BigTrunk Communications, an integrated digital marketing agency known for driving brand transformations across industries, has been awarded the digital marketing mandate for Soframycin, one of India’s most trusted antiseptic cream brands from the EncubeEthicals portfolio. With this collaboration, Soframycin makes its debut into the digital space, aiming to amplify its presence across India through compelling social media narratives and data-led campaigns. BigTrunk will lead the brand’s digital strategy and execution, with a focus on connecting Soframycin’s legacy of trust with today’s health-conscious and digitally engaged audience.
Soframycin has been a household name for generations, widely recognized for its efficacy in treating cuts, burns, and wounds. Backed by the scientific rigor and pharmaceutical expertise of EncubeEthicals, a pharmaceutical powerhouse since 1998, the brand benefits from the expertise of over 1,400 professionals, including more than 200 R&D specialists and a robust team of quality experts. With a presence in over 50 countries, Encube’s commitment to excellence in topical formulations adds deep credibility to Soframycin’s legacy. Now, as the brand enters the digital space, BigTrunk Communications will lead the charge in reimagining Soframycin’s story—creating modern, relatable digital experiences that stay true to its heritage.
“As we take Soframycin into its next chapter of growth, embracing digital media is not just a strategy but a necessity. We wanted a partner who could translate our scientific credibility into engaging, relatable content for today’s audience,” said Soframycin vice president – marketing, Ajay Rawal. “BigTrunk’s deep understanding of healthcare communications and digital behavior makes them the ideal partner to build meaningful narratives around wound care, trust, and wellbeing.”
“Soframycin is more than a product—it’s a legacy deeply rooted in care and science,” added BigTrunk Communications founder & managing director Bharat Subramaniam. “We’re excited to take on this responsibility of guiding a heritage brand into the digital world. Our focus will be on creating contextual storytelling and purpose-driven campaigns that bring Soframycin closer to Indian families, both old and new.”
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ting bags the digital and social media marketing mandate of Lapita
MUMBAI: ting, an India-based advertising agency, having presence in Chennai, Mumbai, Delhi along with Global regions of UAE and UK, has bagged the digital and social media marketing mandate of Lapita, Dubai Parks & Resorts, Autograph Collection Hotels.
As part of the mandate, the agency will handle the Social and Creative Mandate for the brand in UAE.
Speaking on the new account win, ting partner Manan Vora said, “We’re thrilled to partner with Lapita Dubai Parks & Resorts in Dubai, bringing Ting UAE’s creative and digital expertise to elevate their marketing efforts. Together, we’re crafting engaging brand experiences that reflect the spirit of adventure and family fun at Lapita.”
Lapita (Marriot) senior marketing manager, Nikhil Taneja said, “Working with ting has been a seamless and inspiring experience. Their creativity, professionalism, and deep understanding of our brand brought our vision to life in the most impactful way. We truly value their partnership and look forward to more exciting collaborations ahead.”
“Winning the Lapita, Dubai Parks and Resorts account is a proud milestone for us, not just because of the prestige of the brand, but because of the shared belief in storytelling that connects and converts. We’re excited to shape their digital presence and look forward to unlocking larger creative opportunities together,” said UAE business head, Dhawal Shah added.
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Social Panga brushes up Neo’s digital presence with Nippon Paint mandate
MUMBAI: Social Panga has bagged the social media mandate for Neo by Nippon Paint, the services-led home painting vertical of Nippon Paint India, in a move that promises to coat the category with fresh thinking and digital-first storytelling.
Handled by the agency’s Bengaluru office, the mandate covers integrated content strategy, campaign ideation, and painter-facing brand building. The partnership has already rolled out a bold World Painter Appreciation Day campaign, rebranding painters as “Home Stylists” and unveiling India’s first painter anthem, a professional identity kit, and a premium onboarding experience.
Neo by Nippon Paint is currently active in Bengaluru and Tamil Nadu, offering dust-free, design-forward, and end-to-end painting services, including colour consultancy, waterproofing, and custom finishes. Positioned as a modern makeover solution for Indian homes, Neo aims to elevate painting from utility to aesthetic expression.
Social Panga co-founder Himanshu Arora said, “Neo by Nippon Paint isn’t just redefining home painting. It’s reimagining what a home makeover means for today’s generation. The brand has a bold vision and a deep respect for the people behind the process, and that’s what excited us. At Social Panga, we’re thrilled to partner with a team that sees painters as creators and homes as stories waiting to be told.”
“Bringing Social Panga on board to manage Neo by Nippon Paint’s social mandate has been one of the best strategic moves for our brand. The team understood the brief to a T, resulting in a continuous stream of highly engaging content. A key highlight is their incredible responsiveness, which enables us to develop better creatives with remarkable speed. We believe this partnership will significantly enhance our ability to tell compelling stories to our audience,” said Neo by Nippon Paint senior director – service marketing, Bharat Raja.
With Social Panga steering the digital canvas, the brand hopes to stroke a vibrant narrative that honours both beautiful homes and the skilled hands that bring them to life.
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