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  • Swiggy targets modern-day Indian families in new campaign

    Swiggy targets modern-day Indian families in new campaign

    MUMBAI: Online food delivery platform, Swiggy, has launched its third series of television commercials and digital campaign, that are reflective of new-age India and its changing culinary culture.

    With a tagline- Swiggy karo, phir jo chahe Karo!, these quirky and witty TVCs offer a glance at the Indian families of today, where consumers are increasingly investing in sharing new experiences with family members while turning to the convenience of ordering online for food through Swiggy.

    Conceptualised by Lowe Lintas and produced by Corcoise Films, the ads touch upon everyday scenarios, shedding light on how consumers are spending more time on learning something new or bonding with their family. The videos make for a captivating watch as they explore relatable, real-life situations in our homes, where Swiggy has become an integral part. They also celebrate Swiggy’s strongest assets-convenience, reliability and variety.

    Staying true to Swiggy’s style of short but impactful commercials, the 25-30 second videos are replete with subtle humour and whimsical moments. The TVCs explore everyday scenarios like conversations between a mother and child, dining table discussions between a family and a dialogue between three generations of women in a family, as Swiggy helps them prioritise quality time with loved ones.

    Swiggy VP marketing Srivats TS says, “Swiggy’s TVCs have consistently communicated to consumers in extremely relatable ways. The campaign celebrates three aspects of the modern Indian family – Super Moms, Food and Swiggy. It delves into how families of today are increasingly choosing to invest their time in connecting with loved ones and learning something new, while leaving the task of getting a meal on the table to Swiggy!”

    Lowe Lintas Bangalore president Hari Krishnan adds, “This is a campaign that is meant to increase penetration for Swiggy amongst the household segment most of whom are non-users or infrequent users. We had to strike a balance as a brand that aids or enables great food experiences rather than replaces the food that is made at home. We’re happy to have hit the sweet spot, once again.”

    Within a week of the first TVCs from this campaign going live, it has already received a lot of consumer love and appreciation on social channels. Apart from Hindi, the TVCs will be aired in Bengali, Kannada, Malayalam, Tamil and Telugu. The campaign will also run on digital and across the brand’s social media platforms.

    This campaign comes on the heels of Swiggy’s highly popular and award-winning IPL TVCs, which garnered much love from consumers and industry stalwarts alike.

  • Tanishq launches new campaign for Diwali

    Tanishq launches new campaign for Diwali

    MUMBAI: Jewellery brand, Tanishq has introduced an exquisite collection – Utsava – an enchanting range that showcases the rich culture and beauty of our country, encapsulating the true essence of the festival of lights.

    Highlighting the thought behind the collection, Tanishq launched a film that shows the different and unique cultures of our country and no matter the state they are from and the language they speak, everyone comes together to celebrate the wonderful festival of Diwali.

    The festival is about the beauty of lights, gifting and the auspiciousness of gold which is exactly what the film shows. Whether a morning puja in the South Indian household, or a teen patti party amongst friends in the North, Tanishq is here to celebrate with everyone in all forms and styles.

    The film shows loved ones gifting each other a piece of Tanishq – a husband and his wife, two friends, a mother and a daughter, all equally showcasing their love towards one another and celebrating a ‘Tanishq Waali Diwali.’

    Titan Company associate vice president of marketing for jewellery division Deepika Tewari says, “We want to highlight the uniqueness of each ethnicity and yet, with different rituals for the season of lights, at the end of the day, we want to show how everyone comes together to celebrate with their loved ones. Each piece of our new collection Utsava shows delicate craftsmanship that brings out the rich heritage and culture that our country has grown in. Whether we are from the North, South, East or West, we all are proud of what our country is made of, and Tanishq is here to highlight just that.”

    Lowe Lintas president South Hari Krishnan adds, “Whether it’s rising oil prices or falling rupee, nothing can dampen the spirit of Diwali. ‘Dilwalon ki Diwali’ is a celebration of India’s unbridled festive spirit and a tribute from Tanishq.”

    The modern Indian woman today is continually on the lookout for new designs and elements to compliment her look, but never fully forgets the beauty of heritage and tradition. To celebrate this, Tanishq has come out with the new collection which is a beautiful fusion of modern and traditional. This collection consists of statement pieces that bring about an edginess and style with delicate craftsmanship.

  • US Polo launches campaign for kids category

    US Polo launches campaign for kids category

    MUMBAI: US Polo Assn has launched its new TVC that aims to highlight one of its true elements — camaraderie. Camaraderie is typically displayed between players, but the brand shows a special bond between a boy and his polo pony.

    The TVC opens with a young boy, who is thrilled to be introduced to his Polo pony on the first day of his training. It captures the essence of the journey of this young boy from the first day of his training to his first official game. Over time, he develops a unique bond with his Polo pony, based on respect and endearment.

    The film that lasts for about 75 seconds will be showcased on TV, YouTube and other social media channels and has been conceptualised collaboratively by Lowe Lintas and US Polo Assn with the intent to create brand presence and instil right values of the game in young polo enthusiasts.

    Arvind Lifestyle Brands CEO Alok Dubey says, “We believe in starting young! This first kid’s television commercial reinforces the brand thought of ‘Start Young’ which appeals to the veracious side of both kids and parents. Not only does the bond between the boy and his pony weave brand principles of camaraderie, dedication and compassion but also creates an inspiring watch for the audience thereby increasing brand awareness and carving a niche in a market of many players.”

    Lowe Lintas executive director Rajesh Ramaswamy mentions, “The bond between a player and the horse is extremely special. In this commercial, we extend the genuine spirit of polo to US Polo Assn Kids by showing the journey of a young polo player. And the lessons he learns that are beyond just the game.”

    Lowe Lintas president Hari Krishnan adds, “US Polo Assn has created an entirely different category within fashion in India and has always been based on the true spirit of Polo, celebrating the camaraderie, traditions and lifestyle surrounding the game. This particular campaign takes forward the same tradition and camaraderie in the context of a junior polo player and the special bond he shares with his teammate-his horse.”

  • Xiaomi assigns creative mandate to Lowe Lintas

    Xiaomi assigns creative mandate to Lowe Lintas

    MUMBAI: Chinese mobile manufacturer Xiaomi India has appointed Lowe Lintas Bangalore to handle its creative mandate. The brand entered India in 2014 and in just three years, it has become the fastest brand to cross the 25 million mark in sales. Lowe Lintas has bagged the account on the back of informal evaluations Xiaomi has done of multiple agencies to identify its communications partner.

    India is one of the company’s largest markets outside China and the fastest growing amongst international markets. As per International Data Corporation’s (IDC) Quarterly Smartphone Tracker for Q3-2017, Xiaomi has 23.5 per cent of the Indian smartphone market at par with Samsung as the top smartphone brand in the country. The Redmi Note 4, has propelled Xiaomi to become India’s top smartphone vendor and has contributed to more than 40 per cent of the brand’s total sales.

    The online-only brand started building its offline business aggressively in 2017 through direct distribution and its own stores Mi Homes, Mi preferred partners and partnership with large retail chains. With presence in over 30 countries and regions, Xiaomi is expanding its footprint across the world to become a global brand.

    Lowe Lintas CEO Raj Gupta says, “It is a proud privilege for us at Lowe Lintas to be chosen by Xiaomi, a brand that has such a huge fan following. We will strive to reinforce this love and get more consumers to fall in love with Xiaomi.”

    Lowe Lintas South president Hari Krishnan adds, “Xiaomi is a part of our case study to prospective partners as a perfect example of a challenger brand. A brand that has become the leader by not just talking innovation, but by living it. We are, like millions around the world, fans of Xiaomi. And it is truly a pleasure and privilege when you get to chart the course of a brand that you really look up to.”

    A Xiaomi Spokesperson mentions, “Xiaomi is the No 1 smartphone brand in India. And what has helped us reach there is the constant innovation that is at the core of the brand. In just under three years, Xiaomi has won immense love and innumerable fans in this country. We now aim to establish our vision of ‘Innovation for everyone’ firmly and bring relevance through our products to every Indian. In Lowe Lintas, with its irrefutable experience and expertise in building lasting brands, we have found a perfect partner for the task at hand.”

  • Fastrack helps youth to find ‘Loopholes’ in latest campaign

    Fastrack helps youth to find ‘Loopholes’ in latest campaign

    MUMBAI: Fastrack has launched a new watch collection, Loopholes, that specifically highlights the design inspiration perforations on the straps. The campaign has been conceptualised by Lowe Lintas’ Bengaluru office.

    The creative leap that the agency took was to create two worlds, one within the hole and the other on the outside. The characters in the stories are seen getting their way by literally using the perforations as Loopholes (also the name of the watch collection) to their advantage and make a quick getaway. There are three films that amplify this idea.

    The campaign will be visible on online media – YouTube and social media platforms. A series of outdoor communication augmenting the design idea will also bolster the campaign’s visibility.

    Lowe Lintas Bangalore executive creative director Shiv Parameswaran adds, “Sometimes, the product itself can lead to an idea. In this case, it was the perforated design pattern of the watches. The typography we created for “Loopholes” also became the escape route for all our characters. After all, every situation has a loophole. You can get away if you spot them.”

    Fastrack head of marketing Ayushman Chiranewala adds, “The Loopholes collection is inspired by perforations on sports apparels blended with the unique Fastrack design language. It’s made for the youth who is always on the move. The campaign highlights the ‘holes/ perforations’ on the watches and adds a quirky and fashion forward touch which depicts how the consumer is on the lookout to get out of sticky situations by finding out loopholes. The collection has 36 watches sporting various functions like day date feature and multifunction feature, split equally between guys and girls.”

    Lowe Lintas president South Hari Krishnan mentions, “When Fastrack showed us their new range of perforated watches, we saw the quirk right there. Every perforation is a loophole and every loophole, an opportunity.”

  • ‘Perfectionist’ AB de Villiers drives on MRF Perfinza

    ‘Perfectionist’ AB de Villiers drives on MRF Perfinza

    MUMBAI: Tyre manufacturer MRF Tyres has unveiled an integrated campaign for its recently launched brand Perfinza. Targeted specifically towards users of luxury cars, the campaign will have brand ambassador & ace cricketer AB de Villiers promote Perfinza’s core message of being a ‘perfectionist’ on the roads.

    A perfectionist always strives for details and has a burning desire to outperform. This also means that he/she has an acute eye for precision. Perfinza by MRF brings all these attributes together so that riders can feel the perfection as they drive their cars.

    MRF Ltd. EVP – marketing Koshy K Varghese said: “Our R&D engineers had one word in mind when they engineered this tyre – Perfection. Perfinza by MRF is a tyre that delivers the perfect drive every time. The communication uses AB de’ Villiers, another outstanding example of perfection on the field and off it, to showcase how perfection in a tyre results in an exceptional driving experience.”

    The campaign by Lowe Lintas Chennai works to seamlessly facilitate MRF’s first-time foray into the luxury car tyre segment. With an approach that goes beyond communicating just the product, the attempt is to make the brand relatable to the TG, for whom perfection in everything they do is a way of life.

    Lowe Lintas president Hari Krishnan says, “Perfinza targets the luxury car segment. There is significant technology & research that has gone into the making of the product. The communication effort has been to establish the idea of perfection – which is the core expectation of the user and the core attribute of the brand Perfinza.”

    Along with the film, the campaign will explore other online and offline mediums including print, outdoor and digital.

  • Hari Krishnan is new Lowe Lintas president – South

    Hari Krishnan is new Lowe Lintas president – South

    MUMBAI: Lowe Lintas has announced that Hari Krishnan is the new president of its South operations. This appointment comes on the back of GV Krishnan’s recent exit.

    To be based out of Bengaluru, his remit includes the agency’s offices in Bengaluru, Chennai and Hyderabad. As the largest creative agency in South region, the portfolio includes over a 100 clients and brands such as Arvind, Britannia, Fastrack, Flipkart, Gold Drop, Hike, ITC Foods, MRF, Mobizz, Paperboat, Sonata, Tanishq, TI Cycles, TVS Motors and many other companies and brands.

    Krishnan, currently CEO of MullenLowe’s operations in Sri Lanka is in the process of transitioning into his new role.

    He had joined MullenLowe early 2015 from Grey India where he was heading their South operations.

    Hari has about 20 years of experience in the advertising and media industry; having spent most of it between Lowe Lintas, JWT, Star TV and Grey.

    Commenting on his move, MullenLowe Lintas Group, India Group CEO Joseph George said:“Hari has done an incredible job in Sri Lanka almost transforming our operations there overnight. Going by his track record across the agencies he has worked in, he is just the right person we need to build on the fantastic momentum that the South operations of Lowe Lintas have achieved over the past 3-4 years in terms of creative product and new business acquisition. Both of which, Hari is rabidly passionate about.”

    Hari Krishnan too added, “This is a homecoming of sorts for me since my association with Lowe Lintas almost 18 years ago started in the Bengaluru office. The India operations of Lowe Lintas has been on an unbelievable roll the past few years and my mandate is clear. The talent in our 3 offices in the South, especially the creative fire-power under Rajesh Ramaswamy’s leadership is just reassuringly and intimidatingly brilliant. Can’t wait to get started!”

    Speaking of succession for MullenLowe Sri Lanka, Joseph George said, “Our Sri Lanka operations are in a sweet spot thanks to all the efforts made in the past 18 months under Hari’s leadership and some fantastic clients. And we are perfectly poised to build on from here; which is why Hari’s replacement for the Sri Lanka CEO’s role is crucial; and so I am very pleased with whom we have found. The announcement will take place in a few days.”

  • Hari Krishnan is new Lowe Lintas president – South

    Hari Krishnan is new Lowe Lintas president – South

    MUMBAI: Lowe Lintas has announced that Hari Krishnan is the new president of its South operations. This appointment comes on the back of GV Krishnan’s recent exit.

    To be based out of Bengaluru, his remit includes the agency’s offices in Bengaluru, Chennai and Hyderabad. As the largest creative agency in South region, the portfolio includes over a 100 clients and brands such as Arvind, Britannia, Fastrack, Flipkart, Gold Drop, Hike, ITC Foods, MRF, Mobizz, Paperboat, Sonata, Tanishq, TI Cycles, TVS Motors and many other companies and brands.

    Krishnan, currently CEO of MullenLowe’s operations in Sri Lanka is in the process of transitioning into his new role.

    He had joined MullenLowe early 2015 from Grey India where he was heading their South operations.

    Hari has about 20 years of experience in the advertising and media industry; having spent most of it between Lowe Lintas, JWT, Star TV and Grey.

    Commenting on his move, MullenLowe Lintas Group, India Group CEO Joseph George said:“Hari has done an incredible job in Sri Lanka almost transforming our operations there overnight. Going by his track record across the agencies he has worked in, he is just the right person we need to build on the fantastic momentum that the South operations of Lowe Lintas have achieved over the past 3-4 years in terms of creative product and new business acquisition. Both of which, Hari is rabidly passionate about.”

    Hari Krishnan too added, “This is a homecoming of sorts for me since my association with Lowe Lintas almost 18 years ago started in the Bengaluru office. The India operations of Lowe Lintas has been on an unbelievable roll the past few years and my mandate is clear. The talent in our 3 offices in the South, especially the creative fire-power under Rajesh Ramaswamy’s leadership is just reassuringly and intimidatingly brilliant. Can’t wait to get started!”

    Speaking of succession for MullenLowe Sri Lanka, Joseph George said, “Our Sri Lanka operations are in a sweet spot thanks to all the efforts made in the past 18 months under Hari’s leadership and some fantastic clients. And we are perfectly poised to build on from here; which is why Hari’s replacement for the Sri Lanka CEO’s role is crucial; and so I am very pleased with whom we have found. The announcement will take place in a few days.”