Tag: Aakash Anand

  • Advertisers line up for Bigg Boss as new season sees record partnerships

    Advertisers line up for Bigg Boss as new season sees record partnerships

    Mumbai: Bigg Boss 18, a reality show, returns stronger than ever with a record-breaking gamut of sponsors, showcasing its unrivalled impact in both entertainment and advertising. Leading brands like Vaseline, Bella Vita, and Parle 20-20 Cookies join a dynamic lineup of partners, reflecting the show’s broad appeal to brands and millions of dedicated viewers. With innovative brand integrations and the game-changing “Time Ka Tandav” theme, this season promises to redefine reality television and create powerful new connections between brands and audiences.

    Launched on 6 October at 9 pm on Colors, it is available 24*7 on JioCinema for premium subscribers. The show promises viewers the most thrilling season yet with its new theme and a spin on the iconic line “Bigg Boss Chaahte Hain”. This year, Bigg Boss takes on an omniscient persona with “Bigg Boss Jaante Hain” keeping both contestants and audiences on their toes with futuristic predictions and intense gameplay.

    The season’s sponsors include industry stalwarts like Vaseline, Harpic, Ching’s Secret Schezwan Chutney, Parle 20-20 Cookies; new entrants like Bella Vita, Go Cheese, MyTrident, Blue Heaven; and a mix of partners across categories like Galaxy Chocolate, First Games, Vimal Elaichi, Macho Sporto, Housing.com, Manforce, Siyaram’s, Philips and more, highlighting the show’s cross-industry appeal. Brands are gearing up for deeper engagement through the show’s interactive features, making Bigg Boss a prime avenue for reaching diverse consumer segments.

    Speaking about the importance of brand partnerships, Viacom18 head–network sales Mahesh Shetty added, “We’ve witnessed immense growth in the scope of brand integrations over the years, and Bigg Boss continues to set the gold standard for collaboration in entertainment. This season we’ve successfully cracked new categories and brought on board several first-time brand partners across diverse sectors. Their inclusion speaks to the show’s unmatched reach and ability to create unique, high-impact engagement opportunities. We’re excited to work with this incredible mix of brands to deliver memorable experiences that will resonate deeply with our audience and partners alike.”

    HUL head of the skin care business Pratik Ved said, “Over the last decade, Big Boss has carved a unique place for itself in the Indian Television ecosystem. It is a winning format that appeals to diverse audiences and keeps them hooked over a 3-month window. It truly galvanizes prime time TV and digital viewership, grabbing unprecedented levels of eyeballs. This makes Big Boss the perfect brand integration opportunity for Vaseline. This integration gives us a platform to showcase our efficacious product portfolio and, also as a conversation starter in our mission to give Indian women the license to Never Hide their healthy, beautiful skin. We are super excited to kick-start our partnership with Big Boss as their official Skin Care partners for Season 18 and look forward to making this a multi-year collaboration.”

    “We at Bellavita, are thrilled to partner with Bigg Boss, a show that captures the attention оf viewers across India. Our mission has always been to bring premium fragrance experiences while still being affordable to all, and this collaboration with Bigg Boss allows us to connect with our audience more closely and showcase the power of scent in creating lasting memories” said Bellavita founder Aakash Anand.

    This season’s marketing initiatives are designed to immerse audiences deeper into the Bigg Boss experience across all platforms. One of the standout activations is the “Cryptic Note” where both past and present contestants from popular Colors shows, as well as media persons, receive mysterious messages from Bigg Boss, sparking curiosity and social media chatter. Additionally, time-based challenges on Instagram invite fans to engage in tasks within specific timeframes, driving interaction. Creative digital content such as behind-the-scenes videos, augmented reality filters, and global spectacles like CGI projections of the Bigg Boss eye on iconic clock towers will further ignite excitement, setting the stage for an unforgettable season.

    With the support of new and long-term partners and countless fans eagerly waiting, Bigg Boss 18 is set to be a monumental season, pushing the limits of reality TV and brand engagement like never before.

  • Bella Vita Organic appoints Akanksha Singhal as VP, marketing & brand

    Bella Vita Organic appoints Akanksha Singhal as VP, marketing & brand

    Mumbai: A beauty and skincare brand, Bella Vita Organic (BVO) has announced the appointment Akanksha Singhal as vice president – marketing & brand.

    In her new role at BVO, Singhal will collaborate with verticals across the organisation to develop brand strategy, PR initiatives, social media strategies, refine advertising solutions and content strategy.

    Singhal has been part of the digital marketing industry for over 15 years on both the brand and agency sides. She is skilled in creating advertising sales strategies and marketing solutions for brands across digital platforms. Prior to BVO, Singhal has worked with Cheil Worldwide, DigitasLBi, Reprise Media, and AkkiDokie Digital.

    Commenting on the appointment, BVO founder & CEO, Aakash Anand said, “Singhal’s deep understanding comes with a strong skill set in media, brand positioning and solutions, integrated marketing communication strategies, all of which will be beneficial for the brand. We are sure that with the wealth of experience and hands-on expertise that she brings to the table, she will raise the bar in the building and managing a dynamic team and brand.”

    Singhal has a diverse range of skills having delivered campaigns for Indian brands that span mass media, SEO, social, content, and data analytics. During her career journey, she has been presented with “Most Talented Social Media Professional in India Year 2013” by CMO Asia & ABP News. Another set of awards in her bag are “Social Media Entrepreneur of the Year 2016” by Youth Marketing Summit; “Woman Entrepreneur of the Year 2016” by Digital Marketing by Skilled India Entrepreneurs, “Woman Super Achiever Award for the Year 2017” by Femina World Women Leadership Congress & “Woman Leadership Award for the Year 2018” by ET NOW and MODI Awards.

    Speaking about her new role, Singhal said, “I believe digital has become the new normal and my objective here at BVO will be to take it to newer heights as a brand and hopefully create breakthrough branding concepts that would make the brand a known name in every household.”