Tag: 22feet Tribal Worldwide

  • Pedigree strikes the right note for pets this Diwali

    Pedigree strikes the right note for pets this Diwali

    MUMBAI: Now here’s a pawsitive tune-up for Diwali! India’s leading dog food brand  Pedigree, from Mars Petcare, has launched an AI-powered ‘Pawsome Playlist,’ a first-of-its-kind musical initiative designed to keep furry friends calm and relaxed amid the festive fireworks.

    Developed with inputs from veterinarian Jasleen Kaur, the playlist uses AI to generate soothing, rhythm-based tracks that help reduce canine anxiety. Hosted on Youtube, the Pawsome Playlist draws on scientific insights into how dogs respond to calming frequencies and consistent beats.

    “At Mars Petcare, we know pets do more than keep us company, they help us feel calm and connected,” said Mars Petcare India chief marketing officer Ayesha Huda. “This Diwali, we wanted to return that love by creating something that brings peace and comfort to them.”

    The campaign also comes with a touch of creativity from 22feet Tribal Worldwide, whose executive creative director Shyam Nair revealed that each AI-generated track, with witty titles like ‘Sugar? No Please.’ and ‘Wait for Wags.,’  was designed to soothe pets while gently reminding owners to show more empathy.

    Echoing the sentiment, Kaur added, “Music can profoundly influence animal behaviour. It’s wonderful to see technology being used so intuitively to improve pet wellbeing.”

    With Pawsome Playlist, Pedigree has found a way to mix compassion, technology and rhythm, proving that this Diwali, the sweetest sounds of all might just be a happy, wagging tail.

     

  • Flipkart bags a trip as Marriott Bonvoy turns carts into passports

    Flipkart bags a trip as Marriott Bonvoy turns carts into passports

    MUMBAI: Who knew a pair of “Bali earrings” could land you in Bali? Or that “Korean skincare” could be your boarding pass to Seoul? Flipkart and Marriott Bonvoy have pulled off India’s first dual loyalty integration, proving that sometimes your cart really can take you places.

    The campaign, cheekily titled “Your Cart Takes You Places” by 22Feet Tribal Worldwide, hijacks Flipkart’s own search bar. The agency crunched through 300-plus keywords and cherry-picked the top 10 that doubled up as travel destinations. For two weeks, when users typed in searches like “Bali” or “Korean skincare,” the dropdown offered not just products but also Marriott Bonvoy stays in Bali or South Korea.

    It’s a neat twist on loyalty turning points and purchases into serendipitous upgrades. And the films that accompany the campaign pile on the humour, showing shoppers obliviously browsing their way closer to dream getaways.

    “Our partnership with Flipkart is a first-of-its-kind move that connects two different worlds everyday shopping and global travel through a shared loyalty currency,” said a Marriott International spokesperson. “We’re making rewards interchangeable and aspirational while still being local and accessible.”

    A Flipkart Travel spokesperson agreed, “This partnership bridges shopping and travel. Integrating Marriott Bonvoy into Flipkart search makes discovery delightful, and connecting Flipkart Supercoins with Marriott Bonvoy creates a more meaningful rewards ecosystem.”

    The creative spark came from simple human envy, according to 22Feet Tribal Worldwide national creative head Vishnu Srivatsav, “A unique partnership needed a unique experience. We didn’t just treat it as advertising but built on the experience itself. It drew from search habits on Flipkart, and when we told the story, we leaned on envy.”

    The campaign didn’t stop at Flipkart’s app. It spilled over to X (formerly Twitter) with chatter around “happy accidents,” rolled out influencer collaborations on social media, and nudged users to link accounts for a seamless shop-to-stay journey.

    At its heart, the campaign makes one point clear: every click on Flipkart could be a step closer to a Marriott Bonvoy check-in. Suddenly, loyalty feels less like points and more like postcards.

  • Flipkart and Marriott cart loyalty to new highs

    Flipkart and Marriott cart loyalty to new highs

    MUMBAI: From Bali earrings to Bali getaways, Flipkart is now making your cart a passport. In a first-of-its-kind move, Flipkart and Marriott Bonvoy have launched India’s first dual loyalty tie-up, blending everyday shopping with aspirational travel. The playful campaign, Your cart takes you places, by 22 Feet Tribal Worldwide, builds on a quirky insight, many popular Flipkart search terms, like ‘Korean skincare’ or ‘Bali,’ double up as travel destinations.

    For two weeks, the Flipkart app turned this coincidence into serendipity, showing Marriott Bonvoy stay options alongside product searches. Users were nudged to link accounts, turning Super coins into travel rewards and routine shopping into unforgettable journeys.

    Humorous ad films carried the message, showing how casual browsing could lead shoppers closer to their dream destinations. The campaign also trended on X and across social platforms through influencer pushes and witty conversations about these “happy accidents.”

    Flipkart says the tie-up strengthens its vision of a unified rewards ecosystem, while Marriott Bonvoy calls it a way of making travel more local, accessible and relevant to Indian audiences.

    Looks like retail therapy just found its ultimate upgrade, straight from your basket to a beach resort.

  • 22feet Tribal WW strengthens leadership with appointment of Anvita Arora and Shyam Nair

    22feet Tribal WW strengthens leadership with appointment of Anvita Arora and Shyam Nair

    MUMBAI: 22feet Tribal Worldwide has announced the appointment of Anvita Arora as vice president & head of Mumbai and Shyam Nair as executive creative director. The announcement marks their return to the company after successful stints across top creative networks. Their journey at 22feet Tribal Worldwide comes full circle, now marked by broader perspective and a shared ambition to help shape the next phase of the agency’s growth.

    Anvita and Shyam bring a sharp blend of storytelling, strategic thinking, and brand-building expertise over a combined 3-decade career span. Anvita’s unique experience across digital, content, and strategy at Yahoo, Ogilvy, Supari Studios, Kulfi Collective, and most recently, Creativeland Asia is a big plus. With leadership roles at VML, Lowe, and Creativeland Asia, Shyam has led impactful campaigns for brands like Disney Star, Netflix, and Spotify.

    Commenting on the new leadership appointments, 22feet Tribal Worldwide president Vanaja Pillai said, “Over the past few years, we’ve seen strong growth and had the privilege of working with an ambitious set of brands that push us to raise the bar. Welcoming Anvita and Shyam again is not just about familiar faces returning; it’s about the energy, trust, and shared history they carry with them. Their return is a testament to the work we’re doing, the environment we’ve built, and the exciting road ahead for our clients and teams.”

    Speaking on her new role, Anvita said, “I’ve always had a soft spot for 22feet Tribal WW. The people are sharp, the culture is electric, and the work has always had teeth. My primary goal is straightforward: to grow the business, expand the brands, and build teams that thrive on ideas and collaboration. What sets 22feet apart is its guts. It’s one of the few agencies that has stayed proudly digital while still thinking like a brand builder. I plan to take that legacy and push it further, creating work that doesn’t just land but lingers, work that clients back and audiences actually feel.”

    “At 22feet Tribal WW, I believe we can do more than just making ads. We can craft stories that earn attention, move culture, and live beyond the brief. With the talent, the brands, and the drive to outdo ourselves, we can create work that’s built for the medium, not just the media plan. Because the best advertising doesn’t feel like advertising, it feels like something worth sharing,” added Shyam.

  • 22feet Tribal Worldwide’s latest campaign for BGMI celebrates quick gameplay

    22feet Tribal Worldwide’s latest campaign for BGMI celebrates quick gameplay

    Mumbai: 22feet Tribal Worldwide has unveiled their new campaign for BATTLEGROUNDS MOBILE INDIA (BGMI), KRAFTON India’s popular battle royale game, titled ‘Hai Thoda Time, Play Thoda BGMI’. The hilarious campaign highlights BGMI’s range of quick gameplay modes, tailored for the evolving needs of modern gamers.

    In response to the growing demand for shorter, more dynamic gaming experiences, the campaign recognizes the contemporary challenge of time constraints faced by gaming enthusiasts. ‘Hai Thoda Time, Play Thoda BGMI’ showcases how seemingly insignificant moments in everyday life can create opportunities for playing the whole new line-up of immersive Quick Game Modes on BGMI.

    BGMI became a sensation in India banking on its highly viral and long Battle Royale mode. While this mode remains the most popular in BGMI, the campaign highlights the array of quicker game modes available in the game.

    KRAFTON India associate director of marketing Srinjoy Das said, “Cutting clutter when you are talking about something as mundane as lack of time is tough. For this campaign, we found the scripts to be remarkably funny, and brings out a very dramatic set of circumstances that piques strong curiosity and ensures high video completion rates. We hope our fans love the beautifully directed films as much as we do.”

    22feet Tribal Worldwide creative head Vishnu Srivatsav said, “We were seeking the most precious commodity in the known universe, time. And not a large amount of time, but a tiny sliver of it. But we know that every second of free time that people get is a gift from the universe. So we went ahead and made films that showed the amount of things that needed to happen for anyone to get just a little bit of time.  We worked on the crazy, yet plausible set of events that lead to you getting a little bit of time for BGMI’s quick game modes.”

    The campaign features a series of three quirky films that explore the unexpected pockets of free time, or “thoda time,” that are perfect for enjoying BGMI’s quick game modes. The humorously absurd scenarios depict the butterfly effect triggered by minor events, ultimately leading to characters finding the perfect short break to play BGMI, because these quick game modes can be fired up anytime, anywhere.

    The first film shows a dramatic showdown as ‘Kutty Gangster’ follows a lovesick gangster whose plan to eliminate his rival backfires hilariously, causing enough chaos to delay a nearby cab on the street.

    ‘A Fishy Tragedy’ depicts the chaotic chain reaction set off by a dead fish and a mischievous cat, leading a professor to miss the bus and get late for class.

    In ‘Record Breaker’, we see Sushil break an unusual record of bursting the most balloons ever. Now celebrating this feat leads to a boss delaying his meeting due to some pigeons. How all this ties together is the delight in this film.

    All three bizarre scenarios ultimately lead to the characters enjoying the Quick Game Modes on BGMI.

    . Raja Ne Rani Ka Dil Churaya Kya?

    . Sharma Ji Aur Goldie Ki Kahaani

    . Sushil Bantai Aur Birdie Ki Kahaani

  • 22feet Tribal makes two senior hires

    22feet Tribal makes two senior hires

    MUMBAI:  22feet Tribal Worldwide has roped in two senior professionals to strengthen its leadership. While Axon Alex has been hired as  strategic planning  lead, Shikha Davessar, has been promoted to EVP & head – client business. Both will report to 22feet Tribal president Vanaja Pillai.

    Axon who has 16 years work experience is a MICA alumnus who began his advertising journey with DDB Tribal. Some of the key roles in his professional journey include strategy director at BBH India and managing partner at Jack in the Box Worldwide where he played a significant role in contributing to the agency’s growth. Axon boasts a strong portfolio with marquee brands such as McDonald’s, Vi (Vodafone Idea), Mars Petcare, ITC Hotels. 

    Shikha has been with the DDB Mudra Group for close to 10 years, and has worked with several prestigious Fortune 500 global brands including Britannia, Battlegrounds Mobile India, Diageo, Flipkart, LG, and Mars Petcare. Shikha strongly believes in data-driven decision making but she emphasises the importance of fresh creativity to fuel it all.

    “I am delighted with these developments at 22feetTribal Worldwide, building off the success we experienced over the last year,” says Pillai.  “Axon joins us at a perfect time, with an enviable roster of clients and exciting business challenges ahead. He brings a wealth of experience from his 16 years in the industry, including key roles at esteemed agencies and a strong portfolio with marquee brands. His expertise will undoubtedly enrich our strategic capabilities and propel our agency’s further growth.

    We’ve made great strides in new business and creative wins, and Shikha’s contributions have been significant in making this happen. Her journey within our agency exemplifies our commitment to nurturing and recognizing internal talent, and her elevation is a well-deserved recognition. We can’t wait for the amazing journey we have ahead at 22feetTribal WW!”

    Adds Alex:  “This agency in its previous avatar was where it all started for me, and I made the promise to come back someday. I’ve come back not on the back of the promise I made but the promise 22Feet holds.  The teams have built a reputation in being in the consideration set when you think about the top agencies in the country. Strategy is simply the process of charting the way forward and I hope I’ll play a part in our growth story through the work for our clients and the thinking behind it.”

  • Flipkart’s ‘Blame it on Flipkart’ campaign saves last-minute planners

    Flipkart’s ‘Blame it on Flipkart’ campaign saves last-minute planners

    Mumbai: As Valentine’s Day panic sets in, Flipkart comes to the rescue with a playful digital campaign called ‘Blame it on Flipkart.’ Conceptualised by 22feet Tribal Worldwide, the campaign playfully targets procrastinators and forgetful romantics who wait until the last minute to buy the perfect gift for their partners. Stepping in as the perfect wingman, Flipkart ensures a stress-free, love-filled celebration for its customers.

    While Valentine’s Day is a special occasion, many of us tend to overthink or miss out on gift-giving until the very last minute. This often leads to frantic online searches and last-minute orders, leading to anxiousness about potential delivery delays that might impact our romantic relationships. That’s where Flipkart steps in, wearing the cape and saving the day by acting as a saviour for forgetful lovers.

    Sharing his thoughts on the campaign, Flipkart Sr director, brand marketing Pratik Shetty said, “At Flipkart, we understand that panic of forgetting a special day and the last-minute hustle to make it right. Therefore, on Valentine’s Day, as searches for last minute gifts surged, we were happy to partner with 22feet Tribal Worldwide to come up with a creative solution that helped our customers get their partner’s gift of choice, while Flipkart took the blame for their last-minute order. The one-day delivery feature was the cherry on the cake.”

    22feet Tribal Worldwide creative head Vishnu Srivatsav said, “We wanted a human take on Valentine’s Day that wasn’t about life but about the little things that happen in love. Like forgetting to buy a gift. In an otherwise crowded day, we needed to stand out and yet be relevant to the brand and its benefits. Fortunately, we hit upon an idea to both help people and entertain them.”

  • 22feet Tribal Worldwide appoints Diya Sarker & Ishan Mehta as ECDs

    22feet Tribal Worldwide appoints Diya Sarker & Ishan Mehta as ECDs

    Mumbai: In a bid to strengthen its creative core, 22feet Tribal Worldwide has appointed Diya Sarker and Ishan Mehta as executive creative directors (ECDs) of art & content.

    Sarker will use her experience in design and technology to help clients stand out on digital platforms. Ishan will marry consumer insights with technology to generate disruptive and memorable ideas. They will report to 22feet Tribal Worldwide national creative director (NCD) Vishnu Srivatsav.

    Prior to this appointment, Sarker was deputy general manager of brand design at Godrej Consumer Products. She has over 14 years of experience in design and creative direction across sectors like consumer products, fashion, publishing, real estate, retail, automotive, aviation, gaming, and the arts. Sarker also co-founded ‘The Blackout Festival,’ an annual experimental arts festival that attracts artists, scientists, and scholars from various fields around the world.

    Mehta brings with him over 13 years of experience in advertising agencies such as Saatchi & Saatchi, Ogilvy One, and Grey Worldwide. He co-founded Meter Down, a company that made rickshaw advertising mainstream. For this, Ishan won the Economic Times Power of Ideas award from IIM Ahmedabad. He was also recognised as a ‘disruptive mind’ on Agency Reporter’s 40 Under 40 list.

    Speaking on the new appointments, Vishnu Srivatsav said, “The attempt at 22feet is to build a creative company rather than an agency. Which is why it’s so important that we have leaders from varied and diverse backgrounds who complement each other’s skills. Ishan is vastly experienced and has done some great work across many organisations, as well as running a start-up. And Sarker has an eclectic background ranging from advertising to brand design and visual art. So, with them on board, I’m sure our work will get even more unique perspectives and freshness.”

    Commenting on her new role, Diya Sarker said, “22feet has always been at the forefront of digital-forward ideas. I am looking forward to leading this talented team and pushing the envelope when it comes to design and technology.”

    Ishan Mehta added, “I am excited to combine technology, insights, and craft to build on 22feet’s legacy. Given the talent and the diverse roster of clients, the next few years will be an amazing time at the agency.”

  • 22feet Tribal Worldwide onboards Vishnu Srivatsav as national creative director

    22feet Tribal Worldwide onboards Vishnu Srivatsav as national creative director

    MUMBAI: 22feet Tribal Worldwide has announced the appointment of Vishnu Srivatsav as national creative director. Prior to this, he was the creative head of DDB Mudra’s South office. Srivatsav will take over from Debashish Ghosh, the former NCD at 22feet Tribal Worldwide, and will continue to report to DDB Mudra Group chief creative officer Rahul Mathew.

    Since his appointment at DDB Mudra in 2015, Srivatsav has led some of the Group’s award-winning campaigns. Under his leadership, DDB Mudra’s South office produced work such as Puma’s Suede Gully and Battlegrounds Mobile India’s Game Responsibly. These campaigns earned recognition at Cannes Lions 2018 and a Grand Prix at Spikes Asia 2022.

    Speaking on Srivatsav’s role elevation, Rahul Mathew said, “Vishnu has been a great partner to the organisation in our pursuit of creative excellence. He recently led our South office to one of our best years creatively. I look forward to him taking this momentum and his infectious energy into the exciting opportunity at 22feet.”

    22feet Tribal Worldwide president Preetham Venkky added, “Vishnu has always been a huge source of inspiration for the creative team at 22feet. His grasp on culture, specifically internet culture, is arguably the best in the country and established through his work over the years. We are super excited to have him come aboard, to inspire, shape and establish the culture of excellent creative work for our clients.”

    In his new role, Srivatsav said, “It’s been a terrific journey with the DDB Mudra group so far. And to lead an awesome team of creatives and being part of one of the most exciting names in digital – 22feet Tribal Worldwide – is nothing short of a privilege. Can’t wait to get started.”

    In a career span of over 20 years, Srivatsav has won over 150 accolades including consecutive Cannes Gold Lions, two Cannes Bronze, an Adfest Gold Lotus, D&AD Inbooks, One Show Merits, and a D&AD Pencil for Writing in Press Advertising. With Srivatsav at the helm, the agency aims to marry brand-first thinking with digital-first solutions.

  • 22feet Tribal Worldwide wins digital mandate for Porter

    22feet Tribal Worldwide wins digital mandate for Porter

    22feet Tribal Worldwide has won the digital mandate for India’s largest marketplace for intracity logistics, Porter. The mandate was awarded following a multi-agency pitch. 

    The primary focus of this partnership is to focus on brand awareness and community building. 22feet Tribal Worldwide will help Porter define a proposition and develop campaigns that will move the needle on awareness and consideration as the company continues to grow and scale.

    Currently operational in 15 cities across India, Porter is set to expand its presence to 35-40 cities by March 2023. With 22feet Tribal Worldwide as its digital partner, the brand hopes to tap into every logistics conversation and deliver on the promise of service and reliability.

    Porter AVP growth and marketing Mohit Rathi said, “Porter is built on the promise of quality, accessibility and affordability of the service. We plan to carry these values into our next phase of growth. We are excited to bring in 22feet Tribal Worldwide to lead our digital communication as we continue to transform the logistics space.”

    22feet Tribal Worldwide EVP and national head of business Ken Sekhar commented, “Porter has been on an incredible journey of growth since its inception. It has revolutionised the logistics category in the country and helped several small businesses thrive in the new normal. The brand has bigger ambitions now as it looks to cement its top spot in the market, and we are excited to partner with them in this mission. I’m sure we will create a beautiful story together.”