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  • Scapia launches Leap Year to fund year-long global trip for two Indians

    Scapia launches Leap Year to fund year-long global trip for two Indians

    MUMBAI: Who says you can’t buy time? Scapia, India’s travel fintech disruptor, is offering two lucky Indians the chance to trade in deadlines for departure gates with The Leap Year, a fully funded, 12-month adventure spanning four continents. Think flights, stays, visas, a daily stipend, curated experiences, and even mentorship all covered.

    The initiative reimagines the old-school “gap year” as a bold, purposeful leap into self-discovery. Open to all Indians aged 23 and above, including existing and future Scapia users, the contest requires applicants to upload a short video at scapia.cards/leapyear explaining what travel means to them and why they’re ready to take the plunge. The deadline is 31 August, with the two winners set to be revealed in September 2025.

    To ensure authenticity, Scapia has roped in a diverse jury: celebrity chef Sarah Todd, solo traveller Aakanksha Monga, and storyteller Gaurav Sharma (Wanderda), alongside its own team. Their task? To select two individuals whose stories capture travel’s power to transform lives. The prize isn’t just sightseeing, winners will co-design their itineraries with Scapia, ensuring each journey reflects their passions and personal goals.

    The campaign launches with a digital film reminding young Indians that “there’s never a perfect time to take the leap,” a message backed by a high-impact social push and teaser content designed to spark wanderlust. With over 7,500 plus pincodes already in its user base and a growing suite of credit and travel-first features from rewards to visa services Scapia isn’t just funding trips, it’s reframing travel as an investment in self. For the chosen pair, 2025 won’t just be another calendar year, it’ll be the leap of a lifetime.

  • The Q launch new series ‘Bhaago Bhaago, Bhoot Aaya’

    The Q launch new series ‘Bhaago Bhaago, Bhoot Aaya’

    Mumbai: The Q has launched its original series Bhaago Bhaago, Bhoot Aaya, introducing the FTA universe for the first time to the entertaining comedy with a naughty ghost.

    Bhaago Bhaago, Bhoot Aaya will premiere on The Q on 1 November 2022 at 7:30 p.m. and will air from Monday to Friday.

    This genre-bending show, set in a haunted resort, is based on the antics of a zany cast of characters, led by a cute little ghost named ‘Nanhe,’ who makes it impossible for guests to have a peaceful stay. Aditya, who works at the resort, is faced with a unique challenge in dealing with Nanhe’s tricks because he is the only person who can see and talk to this cute little naughty ghost.

    Among the cast members are Heth Makwana, Gaurav Sharma, Sheersha Tiwari, Naman Arora, Sushma Murudkar, Kapil Yashraj, and Neetu Pachori. The Q’s Zara Hatke storytelling approach is reinforced by the launch of Bhaago Bhaago, Bhoot Aaya, which solidifies the channel’s position as the go-to destination for young India’s new-age entertainment.

    Speaking on the launch, QYOU Media India’s Simran Hoon said, “The Q introduced Indian viewers to a new style of storytelling. Our storytelling is highly differentiated and one that has grown on our viewers. We have consistently delivered entertainment and have set new benchmarks in the FTA category, establishing ourselves as a destination for new-age and wholesome entertainment. Bhaago Bhaago, Bhoot Aaya is an extension of our DNA and we are sure that our viewers will welcome the show and the unique concept that is on offer.”

    “Bhaago Bhaago, Bhoot Aaya is The Q’s fresh new take on wholesome family entertainment. The supremely cute Nanhe, our friendly naughty ghost, will leave no stone unturned to cause crazy chaos in everyone’s lives, especially Aditya’s, a suave young man who happens to be the only person who can see and interact with him. This is a show that families with kids just cannot afford to miss. The Q has always pushed the envelope with regards to content, and this show, with its exciting cat and mouse battle of the wits between the two of them, is sure to set new standards of wholesome family entertainment,” concluded The Q Programming Head Ashutosh Barve.

  • Radio One partners with Gonuts to bring Joy this Christmas

    Radio One partners with Gonuts to bring Joy this Christmas

    Mumbai: Gonuts, Asia’s largest and most influential celebrity commerce platform and Radio One, India’s leading radio channel, announced their partnership to bring the celebration of Christmas with an XMAS surprise like never before.

    The aim of this partnership is to bring cheer and joy in the lives of people. 2020 has been a tough year and as it ends with X MAS celebrations, Radio One and Gonuts are looking to offer a phenomenal surprise for this extra ordinary year. Under the partnership, Radio One will run contests on their channel during the Christmas week and 1 lucky winner each from Mumbai, Delhi and Bangalore will get a chance to surprise their loved ones with a sweet Christmas present.

    The winners will get a chance to enthral their families with a personalized shoutout from India’s most admired celebrities and one lucky winner in each city will get an e visit from Santa as a festive surprise from Gonuts.

    This is a unique addition to Gonuts offerings to bring delight to its users. GoNuts has a portfolio of over 700 celebrities across categories like films, television, sports and music, amongst others, available on its platform. This gives users a diverse range of celebrities to choose from to convey personalized messages to their loved ones. The platform has leading celebrities including Shankar Mahadevan, Hand Raj Hans, Shaan, Kailash Kher, Talat Aziz, Shibani Kashyap, Daboo Ratnani, Sivamani, Ankit Bathla, Shivin Narang, Jonty Rhodes, Lance Klusener, Ranveer Brar and Vicky Ratnani.

    Announcing the partnership, Joji George, Co-Founder Gonuts, said, “We are extremely happy to partner with Radio One. Gonuts is a premium platform and our brand purpose is to deliver joy and make people’s lives richer. On this Christmas, we are working with our partners at Radio one to bring smiles to people using personalised video messages from Santa and e – visits to their homes. Let’s go nuts this Christmas.”

    Commenting on the partnership, Gaurav Sharma, Chief Programming and Digital Strategy Officer said, “We are delighted to be the radio partner of Gonuts for this Christmas. The initiative is designed to ensure maximum listener engagement and unparalleled customer experience. Innovation is in the DNA of Radio One and every year we strive to develop unique solutions for our audience.”

  • Last Minute Keys teams up with RippleDME for Online Marketing

    Last Minute Keys teams up with RippleDME for Online Marketing

    NEW DELHI. Mobile-based marketplace solution that enables hotel bookings, Last Minute Keys has teamed up with RippleDME for online marketing.

    Last Minute Keys enables hotels to sell off their unsold inventory and helps customers to get quality hotels at rates and deals that are unmatched in the hotel industry.

    Currently LMK is tied up 400 hotels in 12 cities (Mumbai, Delhi, Gurgaon, Noida, Jaipur, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, Ahmedabad, Vadodara, Cochin & Goa) and plans to expand to 1000 hotels in over 25 cities in a short span of time.

    LMK hopes to launch a Web &IOS version soon.

    RippleDME MD Vikalp Kumar says, “We are delighted to have Last Minute Keys with us, as we will work towards making it a making it a go to App for Last minute hotel booking leveraging social media. Our digital insights show the power of digital on Hotel Booking and we intend on leveraging the same to grow the brand further.”

    RippleDME CEO Gaurav Sharma says, “Our goal is to create awareness about the ease LMK adds to a last minute traveler’s life through storytelling and being there for them. Given this, #MrMusafir fits in perfectly, driving reliability amongst our users who have grown in the digital era and are responsible for things beyond themselves now. For them LMK is a great app to help solve their last minute travel needs.”

    LMK CEO Manoj Gursahani says “Our objective behind launching Last Minute Keys was to ensure that the average man get last minute deals on hotels, at the best price. Meanwhile, making sure that even hotels get a platform to sell their unsold inventories.”

    Speaking on the marketing strategy, Gursahani added, “LMK will be marketing through social media channels such as Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube and Twitter.”

  • Last Minute Keys teams up with RippleDME for Online Marketing

    Last Minute Keys teams up with RippleDME for Online Marketing

    NEW DELHI. Mobile-based marketplace solution that enables hotel bookings, Last Minute Keys has teamed up with RippleDME for online marketing.

    Last Minute Keys enables hotels to sell off their unsold inventory and helps customers to get quality hotels at rates and deals that are unmatched in the hotel industry.

    Currently LMK is tied up 400 hotels in 12 cities (Mumbai, Delhi, Gurgaon, Noida, Jaipur, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, Ahmedabad, Vadodara, Cochin & Goa) and plans to expand to 1000 hotels in over 25 cities in a short span of time.

    LMK hopes to launch a Web &IOS version soon.

    RippleDME MD Vikalp Kumar says, “We are delighted to have Last Minute Keys with us, as we will work towards making it a making it a go to App for Last minute hotel booking leveraging social media. Our digital insights show the power of digital on Hotel Booking and we intend on leveraging the same to grow the brand further.”

    RippleDME CEO Gaurav Sharma says, “Our goal is to create awareness about the ease LMK adds to a last minute traveler’s life through storytelling and being there for them. Given this, #MrMusafir fits in perfectly, driving reliability amongst our users who have grown in the digital era and are responsible for things beyond themselves now. For them LMK is a great app to help solve their last minute travel needs.”

    LMK CEO Manoj Gursahani says “Our objective behind launching Last Minute Keys was to ensure that the average man get last minute deals on hotels, at the best price. Meanwhile, making sure that even hotels get a platform to sell their unsold inventories.”

    Speaking on the marketing strategy, Gursahani added, “LMK will be marketing through social media channels such as Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube and Twitter.”