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  • Livpure Clears the Confusion with Its No-Fine-Print Water Revolution

    Livpure Clears the Confusion with Its No-Fine-Print Water Revolution

    MUMBAI: In a world where fine print often muddies the water, Livpure is making a splash with honesty. The trusted water purifier brand has launched its latest digital campaign, “No Hidden Terms, Just Pure Water”, holding a mirror to the category’s often confusing claims and restoring clarity where it’s long been missing.

    The campaign, launched alongside Livpure’s Lotier AIoT purifier, takes a witty and relatable approach to expose how “terms and conditions apply” have become the modern-day trap for consumers seeking clean water and clean deals. Using a slice-of-life narrative peppered with humour, the film captures the everyday frustration of families caught off guard by fine print promises and contrasts it with Livpure’s commitment to transparency.

    At the centre of this promise is the Lotier AIoT purifier, offering 2.5 years of genuinely maintenance-free use. That’s not marketing spin, the plan covers filters, RO membranes, and maintenance, with no hidden exceptions. For Indian households dealing with high TDS, hard water, and unpredictable supply, the offering stands out as refreshingly straightforward.

    Livpure chief marketing officer Nitin Malhotra explained, “Indian consumers today are far more aware and expect honesty over hype. Too often, brands use jargon, complicated terms and fine print, leaving people unsure of what they’re truly getting. With this campaign, we wanted to start a conversation not about technology alone, but about trust. Innovation, for us, must come with transparency, empathy, and accountability.”

    Through its conversational tone and humour, the DVC not only entertains but educates asking consumers to look beyond glossy promises and question what’s in the details. The campaign extends Livpure’s larger mission of democratising access to safe and pure water for every Indian household, while reinforcing the brand’s philosophy of “Crafted for your Wellbeing.”

    Last year, Livpure launched India’s largest range of maintenance-free purifiers, redefining convenience for urban and semi-urban families alike. Now, with this new campaign, it’s moving the conversation from transactional sales to a more transparent and values-driven dialogue, one that puts consumer trust at the core.

    By cutting through jargon and keeping its promises clean, Livpure isn’t just filtering water, it’s filtering out confusion. And in a market full of complicated clauses, that might just be the purest thing of all.

  • Haldiram’s sweetens the season with a Diwali full of delights

    Haldiram’s sweetens the season with a Diwali full of delights

    MUMBAI: It’s not Diwali until the first bite of mithai melts on your tongue and Haldiram’s is making sure of that. The Indian snack and confectionery giant has unwrapped its new festive campaign, “Aap Diwali manate hai, Hum Diwali banate hain!”, a joyful ode to the nation’s sweetest season. With an array of traditional sweets, gourmet assortments, and gifting delights, the brand invites patrons to taste the many flavours of togetherness.

    True to its legacy, Haldiram’s has found the perfect recipe to blend nostalgia with novelty. Its new festive range features indulgent Stuffed Dates, Exotic Baklava, and Khajoor Anjeer Bites under the “Festive Marvels” collection; Premium Sweets under “Sweet Symphony”; and curated hampers such as Dry Fruit Delights, Majestic Gourmet Collection, and HR Finest Nut Extravaganza. Each box is a celebration in itself, a marriage of heritage recipes with modern indulgence.

    Across the country, Haldiram’s outlets have been decked up in festive finery, a visual treat of golden lights, fragrant sweets, and shimmering hampers. The ambience invites customers to not just buy sweets, but to feel Diwali to pause, pick, and pack joy for loved ones. Whether it’s a corporate gift box or a tray of laddoos for the family, Haldiram’s is positioning itself as both the maker and messenger of festive warmth.

    Haldiram president of retail QSR Kailash Agrawal said, “With Diwali 2025 just around the corner, it’s time to celebrate the joy of togetherness, sharing sweets, and creating cherished memories. At Haldiram’s, we’re proud to have been part of countless Diwali celebrations over the years whether through our traditional mithai or our modern festive collections. This year, we’ve introduced an exclusive range that blends heritage with indulgence.”

    He added, with a wink to the campaign line, “Iss Diwali, aap Diwali manayenge… hum aapki Diwali banayenge. Toh ho jaaye Haldiram’s!”

    What began nearly a century ago as a humble mithai shop has now become synonymous with India’s festive palate. With each new season, Haldiram’s doesn’t just sell sweets, it delivers memories, aromas, and stories of celebration. This year’s campaign reinforces that Diwali isn’t just about lights and firecrackers, it’s about the shared sweetness that binds people together, one bite at a time.

  • Wpp Media bags integrated media mandate for Leeford Healthcare

    Wpp Media bags integrated media mandate for Leeford Healthcare

    MUMBAI: Wpp Media has won the integrated media mandate for five of Leeford Healthcare Limited’s strategic consumer brands, covering atl, full-funnel digital, e-commerce, q-commerce, performance marketing, and seo. The win marks a significant expansion of Wpp Media’s footprint in India’s healthcare and personal care sector.

    Under the mandate, Wpp Media will oversee end-to-end planning and buying across key platforms, leveraging data-led strategies to deliver scale, efficiency, and measurable impact. For Leeford, one of India’s fastest-growing pharmaceutical and healthcare companies and the second-largest player in general medicine, the partnership aims to strengthen brand visibility, optimise consumer journeys, and drive sustainable business growth.

    “Leeford Healthcare’s journey is rooted in trust while rapidly scaling into personal care and orthopedics,” said Wpp Media South Asia president- client solutions Navin Khemka. “This mandate goes beyond media, it’s about shaping how a brand of scale connects with millions in a digital-first world. By fusing data intelligence, commerce expertise, and creative storytelling, we aim to craft seamless consumer experiences across platforms.”

    Echoing the sentiment, Leeford Healthcare founder & managing director Amit Gupta said, “Our vision is to build Leeford into a diversified consumer powerhouse that blends healthcare credibility with lifestyle relevance. To scale this vision, we needed a partner who could combine strategy with execution and Wpp Media is best equipped to help fuel the next chapter of our growth story.”

    Founded with the purpose of making quality healthcare more accessible, Leeford Healthcare continues to evolve into a broad-based health, wellness, and personal care brand. With this partnership, both companies are set to craft a media strategy that’s equal parts precision, performance, and purpose, a formula fit for India’s fast-changing healthcare landscape.

  • Zouk packs a punch with a hilarious Diwali twist

    Zouk packs a punch with a hilarious Diwali twist

    MUMBAI: Looks like this Diwali, men are finally unburdening their pockets! Zouk, the proudly Indian and vegan lifestyle brand, has rolled out a witty festive campaign that turns a familiar household joke into a clever gifting idea.

    We’ve all seen it, the brother, husband or father weighed down with everyone else’s keys, phones and lip balms, all because “her outfit doesn’t have pockets.” Zouk’s new film spins this everyday comedy into a relatable story of one man’s lightbulb moment, this Diwali, he gifts Zouk bags to his wife and sister, solving the problem once and for all.

    Full of humour and festive warmth, the campaign gently nudges viewers to see bags not just as accessories but as thoughtful, practical gifts that carry meaning long after the lights go out.

    “The festive season brings families together and with it come those uniquely Indian moments, like men being handed random things to hold,” said Zouk founder Disha Singh. “Our film captures that truth with humour. A Zouk bag doesn’t just solve the ‘no pocket’ problem; it’s a meaningful festive gift.”

    Beyond the film, Zouk has launched The Big Bag Festival, a curated gifting experience featuring festive combos and collaboration-led boxes with Palmonas, Bombay Sweet Shop and Renee Cosmetics. And for the last-minute shopper, Zouk’s products are now just a click away on Swiggy Instamart, Zepto, Blinkit, Flipkart Minutes and Myntra M-now.

    Blending tradition with functionality, Zouk continues to celebrate modern Indian households with its vegan, stylish and thoughtful designs. This Diwali, it seems the smartest gift you can give her, is a little less for him to carry.

  • White turns Mumbai gold with Ralph Lauren’s dazzling festive soirée

    White turns Mumbai gold with Ralph Lauren’s dazzling festive soirée

    MUMBAI: In a night that shimmered with understated luxury, White, the creative powerhouse known for its culture-first storytelling, transformed Mumbai’s Nilaya Anthology into an immersive Ralph Lauren festive experience on 23 September 2025. The soirée, hosted by Kalyani Chawla, was a masterclass in elegance, emotion, and experiential design.

    Bringing together the city’s crème de la crème, from Mira Rajput and Sara Tendulkar to Shanaya Kapoor, the evening unfolded like a perfectly tailored Ralph Lauren moment: timeless, polished, and quietly spectacular. Guests were treated to live tunes by Copycats, celestial insights from astrologer Zohra Shakti, and a decadent three-course dinner curated by chef Rijul from Indian Accent.

    Every detail sang Ralph Lauren, from the glow of hand-crafted paper lamps to bespoke furniture and intricately carved candleholders, all woven into a tapestry of refined indulgence. It wasn’t just décor; it was design poetry.

    “Experiences have the power to shape how brands are remembered,” said White founder and CEO Vishesh Sahni. “This evening wasn’t just an event, it was a living narrative of Ralph Lauren’s timeless elegance, brought to life with intention and artistry.”

    For White, the night marked more than another luxe collaboration. It was a statement that storytelling isn’t confined to screens or campaigns, but can be lived, felt, and remembered. With this soirée, the agency once again proved its flair for crafting cultural moments that sparkle long after the last candle burns out.

  • Bigg Boss Tamil 9 sets screens ablaze on Jiohotstar

    Bigg Boss Tamil 9 sets screens ablaze on Jiohotstar

    MUMBAI: Looks like the Bigg just got bigger! Bigg Boss Tamil Season 9 stormed onto Jiohotstar with a blockbuster opening, clocking an impressive 7.8 crore minutes of cumulative watch time on day one. That’s nearly 1.74 times the reach of its previous season, proof that Tamil Nadu’s favourite reality show still reigns supreme in living rooms across the state.

    Hosted by Vijay Sethupathi for the second consecutive year, the show’s new season has lit up the festive mood, turning October into appointment-viewing season. And this time, fans aren’t just watching, they’re part of the action.

    Jiohotstar has reimagined the Bigg Boss experience with interactive features like a 24 by 7 live chat feed and a buzzing fanzone where viewers can react to every drama-filled twist in real time. Adding a desi digital twist, Meme the Moment lets fans capture and share their favourite on-screen moments instantly, making sure every eyebrow raise and argument lives on beyond the episode.

    Interestingly, nearly 47 per cent of total opening-day viewing came via connected TVs, showing how Tamil audiences increasingly prefer gathering around the big screen for a shared family watch.

    Jiostar head of cluster, entertainment (South) Krishnan Kutty said, “The strong opening reflects how audiences are embracing interactive formats. We’re turning passive viewing into active participation, setting new standards for content and community engagement.”

    With title sponsor Healthy Grocer and brand powerhouses like Asian Paints, Maruti Suzuki and Head & Shoulders joining the line-up, Bigg Boss Tamil 9 has kicked off not just a show but a full-blown celebration of entertainment, technology and fandom.

    After roaring success across Hindi, Malayalam, Telugu and Kannada editions, the Tamil season’s fiery opening cements Jiohotstar’s position as the streaming stage where audiences don’t just watch, they live the drama.

  • Studds rides high on 50 years of trust

    Studds rides high on 50 years of trust

    MUMBAI: Half a century on the road, and Studds still has its visor on the future. Celebrating five decades of safety, style and innovation, Studds Accessories Ltd. has launched a powerful new brand film that captures the spirit of trust the brand has built, helmet by helmet, since 1975.

    Shot against the breathtaking backdrop of Ladakh, the film is a visual ode to resilience and evolution, tracing how Studds has grown in sync with India’s ever-changing two-wheeler culture. Conceptualised and executed by Continu Media co-founder and director Rudraksh Vashist and produced by Tanya Dudeja, the cinematic piece combines stunning visuals with heartfelt storytelling. It showcases how Studds’ helmets have become more than just protective gear, they’re companions for every kind of rider, from daily commuters to mountain explorers.

    “Over the last 50 years, Studds has been the preferred choice for safety and reliability. We’ve evolved with changing times while bringing global standards to India,” said Studds Accessories Ltd managing director Sidharth Bhushan Khurana. “This film celebrates our journey and reinforces our commitment to innovation and customer trust.”

    Set to premiere across digital platforms, the film portrays riders across lifestyles and generations, reinforcing the message that a Studds helmet doesn’t just protect, it powers passion and purpose on the open road.

    With a legacy built on 7.4 million helmets sold last fiscal and global presence across Asia, Europe, and the Americas, Studds continues to prove that while trends change, trust never goes out of style.

  • Only Distrib Steals the Show with a Bold and Diverse MIPCOM Line-Up

    Only Distrib Steals the Show with a Bold and Diverse MIPCOM Line-Up

    MUMBAI: MIPCOM 2025 just got a little more daring and a lot more diverse. Only Distrib is heading to Cannes armed with over 100 hours of brand-new programming that promises to both provoke thought and spark conversation across genres like documentary, factual entertainment, and lifestyle.

    The distributor’s slate features stories that range from the spine-chilling to the socially daring. Among the biggest head-turners is Vanished: Victoria Charlton Investigates (12×21’), a gripping true-crime series led by the popular Youtuber and investigator Victoria Charlton, who reopens cold cases of mysterious disappearances.

    Wildlife enthusiasts can look forward to Animals Inside Out: Attack & Defense (2×52’), a visually stunning exploration of nature’s most ingenious survival tactics. Meanwhile, Hope (6×52’) steps into climate storytelling with a dose of optimism, examining tangible ways humanity can fight climate change.

    And then there’s the show that’s sure to get people talking Hey, Check Out My Penis (1×45’). Bold, unflinching, and unashamedly topical, the documentary dissects the modern-day phenomenon of unsolicited explicit images with honesty and nuance, promising an intelligent take on a taboo subject.

    Beyond its ready-to-air slate, Only Distrib is also inviting co-production and pre-sale partners to join in on projects still in development and production. One such title, Fletcher Street produced for France Télévisions’ 25 Nuances de Doc tells the moving story of an 18-year-old African American man who finds purpose and peace among Philadelphia’s community of Black cowboys, bonding with his first horse as he reclaims his sense of belonging.

    Only Distrib head of sales and acquisitions Laurène Voilliot summed up the ambition behind the line-up: “Our goal is to bring compelling, original voices and high-quality productions to the international market. This year’s MIPCOM marks a major step forward in both the volume and diversity of our catalogue.”

    With a line-up that ranges from gripping investigations to cultural reckonings, Only Distrib seems poised to make more than just a splash at MIPCOM, it’s bringing waves of originality to global storytelling.

    Would you like me to make the headline a bit more playful (for instance, “Only Distrib Goes All In at MIPCOM with a Reel Bold Slate”)?

  • Birla Opus Paints colours Diwali with love

    Birla Opus Paints colours Diwali with love

    MUMBAI: Looks like this Diwali isn’t getting cancelled, only coloured brighter! Birla Opus Paints has unwrapped the festive season with a touching new digital film that turns the spotlight from fireworks to family.

    Titled Kya iss baar Diwali cancel?, the film beautifully brings alive Birla Opus Paints’ philosophy, Duniya ko rang do, reminding viewers that the true sparkle of Diwali lies not in lights or rituals, but in the warmth of togetherness.

    The story follows a retired couple excitedly prepping their home for their son’s visit. When plans suddenly change and he cancels, disappointment threatens to dim their joy. But the father chooses to celebrate anyway, painting their home in his son’s favourite colour. As the couple light up their freshly painted house, they rediscover that love itself can illuminate any festival.

    Birla Opus Paints head of marketing Inderpreet Singh said, “What makes festivals memorable are the emotions behind the preparations, the anticipation, and the joy of being together. Our film celebrates this essence of togetherness and the role of colours in bringing people closer.”

    Echoing the sentiment, Leo South Asia chief creative officer Sachin Kamble added, “Diwali isn’t about grandeur; it’s about the relationships that colour our lives. In the Birla Opus world, colour doesn’t just beautify walls, it builds bonds.”

    Launched under Aditya Birla Group’s Grasim Industries, Birla Opus Paints continues to paint the town with emotion, crafting stories that prove when it comes to celebrating love and family, no festival is ever truly cancelled.

  • India orders streaming giants to make content accessible for disabled viewers

    India orders streaming giants to make content accessible for disabled viewers

    NEW DELHI: India’s streaming platforms face a shake-up. The ministry of information and broadcasting has issued draft guidelines forcing OTT services to make their content accessible to people with hearing and visual impairments. The clock is ticking: platforms have six months to comply with the first phase, and two years to retrofit their entire libraries.

    The regulations, published on 7th October, mark the government’s most aggressive push yet to enforce disability rights in the digital sphere. Every new release must carry at least one accessibility feature—closed captioning for the deaf, audio descriptions for the blind, or Indian Sign Language interpretation. No exceptions for Bollywood blockbusters or binge-worthy series.

    The ministry is demanding 30 per cent of existing content be made accessible within a year, rising to 60 per cent after 18 months. The endgame? Full compliance across every title, from prestige dramas to reality shows, within 24 months. Platforms must also rewire their interfaces to work with assistive technologies and plaster accessibility indicators—(AD), (CC), (ISL)—on everything from trailers to thumbnails.

    The rules stem from the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016, which the government has been nudging OTT platforms to follow since an advisory in April. India ratified the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities in 2008, but enforcement has lagged. Now the ministry wants quarterly reports tracking progress, with a joint secretary-led committee poised to police compliance.

    Live streams, podcasts and clips under ten minutes get a pass. But for everything else, the message is clear: subtitle it, describe it, sign it—or face scrutiny. The consultation period ends on 22 October.

    For India’s 26.8m disabled citizens—and the streamers courting them—the game just changed.