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  • Hyatt Finds its star in Karisma Kapoor

    Hyatt Finds its star in Karisma Kapoor

    MUMBAI: Looks like luxury just got a little more Karisma! Hyatt has launched its latest World of Hyatt campaign in India, starring Hindi cinema icon Karisma Kapoor, inviting travellers to discover a world where loyalty isn’t just rewarded, it’s recognised and felt.

    Rooted in Hyatt’s purpose of caring for people so they can be their best, the campaign celebrates the World of Hyatt as more than just a loyalty programme. It’s a global community that turns every stay into a personal story, offering guests everything from free nights and upgrades to experiences that feel uniquely their own.

    “In a world where travel can feel impersonal, World of Hyatt stands apart for the way it makes people feel,” said Hyatt India & SWA regional vice president – commercial Kadambini Mittal. “Welcoming Karisma Kapoor allows us to express our purpose of care in a way that’s warm, relatable, and inspiring. This isn’t just a campaign, it’s an invitation to belong.”

    Radiating her signature charm, Karisma Kapoor shared, “I’m thrilled to be part of a campaign where personalised care meets unforgettable experiences. It’s more than a stay, it’s about creating moments that feel like home, wherever you are.”

    The campaign, now live across digital, social, and offline platforms, captures the heart of modern travel, luxury that listens, recognises, and remembers. With Kapoor as its muse, Hyatt isn’t just promising a room; it’s promising a feeling.

  • Mavericks appoints Gaurav Tuli as new digital and tech director

    Mavericks appoints Gaurav Tuli as new digital and tech director

    MUMBAI: When brands talk clicks, The Mavericks wants to talk connections and its latest hire proves it’s serious. The integrated marketing communications agency has appointed Gaurav Tuli as director digital & tech, a move set to sharpen its AI-first, insight-led storytelling play. Armed with over 16 years of cross-market experience across India and Canada, Tuli has worked on marquee accounts including Bayer, Ford, Wendy’s, Jamie’s Italian, Pepsico, Swaraj Tractors, Hyatt, Interglobe, Oriflame, Luminous, and Himel. His track record spans sectors as varied as Auto, Healthcare, FMCG, Aviation, Hospitality, Banking, Alcobev, Education and Beauty blending tech with creativity to deliver campaigns that don’t just convert, but connect.

    At The Mavericks, Tuli will anchor digital transformation with new service lines built on Generative AI, predictive analytics, and automation. But for him, AI isn’t about replacing creativity, it’s about amplifying it. “The intersection of data, technology, and creativity is where the most exciting things are happening,” he said. “From Generative Engine Optimisation for AI discoverability to predictive performance models, these tools help brands move faster, listen smarter, and create more meaningfully.”

    The Mavericks India founder & CEO Chetan Mahajan echoed the sentiment, noting: “Integrated communications is no longer about channels ,it’s about cohesion. In the digital age, integration means agility, real-time impact, and context. Gaurav will be integral to building that ecosystem.”

    With brands now seeking outcome-driven communication rather than vanity metrics, The Mavericks’ appointment signals its ambition to push boundaries. For Tuli, the task is clear: keep brands discoverable, scalable, and emotionally resonant in an AI-led, digital-first world
     

  • Ameer Ismail signs off after 28 years at Lintas Live: PR titan to chase new-age dreams

    Ameer Ismail signs off after 28 years at Lintas Live: PR titan to chase new-age dreams

    MUMBAI – After nearly three decades of steering one of India’s most respected PR engines, president of Lintas Live, Ameer Ismail, has officially called time on his storied stint at MullenLowe Lintas group.

    Ismail, a name long synonymous with the rise and reinvention of Lintas Live (formerly LinOpinion), is stepping down to pursue “new opportunities” in the ever-evolving world of communications, hinting at an AI-infused future that has him excited and energised.

    “I’ve had a dream run,” said Ismail. “The future of PR is exhilarating—AI is opening up an entirely new canvas. My next move will build on the deep experience I’ve gathered across disciplines.”

    Joining Lintas in 1996, Ismail became one of India’s longest-serving PR heads. Over the years, he transformed the agency from a traditional public relations outfit into a digital-first, integrated comms powerhouse—fusing media strategy, influencer engagement, crisis comms, and creative storytelling into award-winning campaigns
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    His leadership earned client trust across sectors, with marquee names like Tata Starbucks, Etihad Airways, Hyatt, Budweiser, Sony Pictures Networks India, and Visit Victoria turning to Lintas Live for cutting-edge comms.

    Ismail held multiple senior roles within the group—across dCell, Advent, and Lintertainment—before spearheading the Golin joint venture and joining its global leadership in 2014. By 2018, he was also chief growth officer at PointNine Lintas, all while continuing to captain the PR business.

    With over 500 brands and countless C-suite leaders under his strategic wing, Ismail’s counsel became industry gold. He’s served on advisory boards and juries for Sabre, Abby, and Fulcrum, and was feted by CMO Asia in 2011 for his contribution to corporate comms.

    While he readies for his next act, Lintas Live, backed by a robust client roster and mentored leadership, remains in steady hands. Ismail will stay on in the short term to ensure a smooth transition.

    A committed mentor and academic, he continues to lecture at top comms schools including Symbiosis, XIC, and Scranton University, and serves on the Score advisory council.

    As Ameer Ismail bows out, the Indian PR world salutes a leader who didn’t just follow trends—he wrote the playbook.

  • Sahara Star checks in new leadership to elevate luxury and innovation

    Sahara Star checks in new leadership to elevate luxury and innovation

    MUMBAI: Mumbai’s iconic luxury hotel, Sahara Star, has rolled out a suite of leadership appointments, reinforcing its commitment to guest excellence, operational efficiency, and culinary innovation. With a focus on elevating hospitality standards, these key promotions and new hires mark an exciting chapter in the hotel’s growth story.

    Santosh Singh steps up as hotel manager, bringing over 22 years of experience across hospitality, ITES, retail, and FMCG. Previously head of procurement for Sahara Star and Aamby Valley City, Singh has been instrumental in streamlining operations and driving cost efficiency. His strategic mindset and process-driven approach make him the perfect choice to lead the hotel’s next phase of excellence.

    Joining the ranks is Vikram Prakash Bhardwaj, appointed as head of revenue, strategy & growth. A specialist in AI-driven business intelligence and revenue management, Bhardwaj has nearly two decades of experience in driving profitability across hospitality verticals. His expertise spans rooms, F&B, banquets, memberships, and MICE, ensuring data-backed strategies for revenue optimisation.

    The culinary team gets a star addition with chef Ranjan Rajani taking on the role of corporate chef, Sahara Star & Aamby Valley City. With 23 years of experience across Oberoi, Marriott, and Hyatt, he has been at the forefront of menu innovation, kitchen excellence, and redefining fine dining experiences. Expect exciting new culinary creations under his leadership.

    Deepali Pinheiro, the newly appointed rooms division manager, moves up from her role as front office manager. Having worked with The Lalit, Western Hotel Abu Dhabi, and Almanar Hotels Dubai, she is set to redefine guest experiences by enhancing operational efficiency and front office service standards.

    “The strength of a great hotel lies in the passion and expertise of its people. Our new leadership team embodies this spirit, bringing valuable experience and fresh perspectives to Sahara Star. Their commitment to excellence will help us set new benchmarks in hospitality, ensuring exceptional guest experiences and operational success,” said Sahara Star general manager Salil Fadnis.

    In a dual role, Karishma Raghuvanshi takes over as head of training & recruitment at Sahara Star and business head of A-Star Academy, India’s only dedicated hotel school. With her strong background in talent acquisition and hospitality training, she is set to bridge the gap between industry talent and opportunity, shaping the future of hospitality education.

  • Hyatt unveils ‘Perfectly Yours 2.0’ in India: A musical trilogy celebrating Indian weddings

    Hyatt unveils ‘Perfectly Yours 2.0’ in India: A musical trilogy celebrating Indian weddings

    Mumbai: Hyatt today announced the launch of ‘Perfectly Yours 2.0,’ in India a much-awaited sequel to the clutter-breaking wedding campaign that was introduced last year for modern Indian couples who seek a personalised wedding experience. While `Perfectly Yours` was a testament to the meticulousness and personal involvement with which Hyatt planned and executed the modern-day “dream wedding,” the new initiative strives to make the wedding “uniquely yours” not just on the wedding day – but across key moments like the proposal, the wedding and beyond as well. The core of the campaign stays true to how Hyatt hotels puts the ‘You’ in your wedding.

    Perfectly Yours 2.0 highlights wedding offerings at Hyatt hotels by focusing on some of the culturally rich events in Indian weddings such as the mehendi, sangeet, wedding rituals and family reunions through a trilogy of musical experiences intertwined with the captivating narrative of a modern Indian couple and their emotions as they take the steps toward forever. This has been achieved by bringing together some of the best homegrown artists from the country to create melodies for a celebration that transcends beyond the big day.

    The enchanting trilogy commences with ‘Fell In Love In A Hopeful Place,’ featuring the soulful voices of Monali Thakur and Ashu Shukla, as the couple experiences the magic of their first meeting at a friend’s wedding in a Hyatt hotel. In the second chapter, ‘Shor Aur Sukoon,’ Aakriti Kakkar and Osho Jain lend their mesmerizing vocals to a tale filled with jittery excitement as the couple navigates the intricacies of planning their grand day, while the backdrop of a Hyatt hotel provides an elegant canvas for their dreams. The trilogy concludes on a poignant note with ‘Dheere Dheere’, sung by the dynamic duo Sona Mohapatra and Akkhil Sachdeva, beautifully encapsulating the culmination of the couple’s journey as they exchange vows and embark on a lifelong adventure together.  

    Composed & written by the talented Sreejone Nag and brought to life under the masterful production of Ankur Shrivastava, the Perfectly Yours musicals star actors Karan Jotwani and Shreya Gupto as the lead protagonists. Staying true to the purpose of caring for people so they can be their best, colleagues at Hyatt hotels stand as pillars of support throughout the couple’s romantic journey, seamlessly weaving their presence into crafting unforgettable moments, from the initial spark of romance to the joyous union of the two souls.

    Commenting on the initiative, Hyatt regional vice president of commercial, India and Southwest Asia Kadmbini Mittal said, “With the ‘Perfectly Yours’ campaign, we were able to successfully spark conversations around how modern Indian weddings are increasingly reflective of the couple’s characteristics and beliefs, while focusing on Hyatt’s expertise in curating personalised experiences for each couple. Expanding on the love and accolades received by the inaugural campaign, we are delighted to present ‘Perfectly Yours 2.0,’ which is dedicated to enhancing this offering by encapsulating Hyatt hotels’ commitment to going above and beyond the wedding day by building culturally rich moments to ensure a unique experience for each couple. As the campaign demonstrates, we do take pride in `putting the You` in your wedding.”

    Hyatt hotels have long been the perfect setting for tailor-made weddings and the Perfectly Yours campaign takes this expertise and experience many steps forward through an assortment of personalized experiences, from innumerable culinary delights, customized culinary experiences and sustainable décor options, to even including pets in the wedding celebrations.

    The #PerfectlyYours participating hotels represent Hyatt’s celebrated brands across India’s top metropolitan cities and wedding destinations, ensuring that couples can choose from a wide range of hotels and brands. The hotels include Andaz Delhi, Grand Hyatt Mumbai, Grand Hyatt Goa, Alila Diwa Goa, Alila Fort Bishangarh, Hyatt Regency Dehradun, Hyatt Regency Jaipur, Hyatt Regency Chandigarh, Hyatt Centric Sector 17 Chandigarh, and Park Hyatt Hyderabad.

    The musical trilogy can be viewed across ‘Hyatt India Weddings’ social media platforms –  Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, and Linkedin. It can also be streamed on Spotify and iMusic.

     

  • The Minimalist Launches a Celebratory Campaign for Hyatt This Festive Season

    The Minimalist Launches a Celebratory Campaign for Hyatt This Festive Season

    Mumbai: Modern travel as an experience has undergone a massive transformation in terms of outlook. Gone are the days when travel simply meant visiting destinations -be it business or pleasure, a family trip or a solo trip, a destination today must evoke memorable experiences, and seamless ones at that. To cater to this, the Minimalist, a creative solutions group based out of Mumbai has partnered with Hyatt and conceptualised a festive campaign called #CelebrateWithHyatt that includes all inspiring properties under the Hyatt chain of hotels.

    The campaign #CelebrateWithHyatt took to highlight all the celebratory offers the Hyatt chain of hotels has to offer during the festive season wherever its properties are. The campaign’s core message is aimed at making one’s entire travel experience with family and loved ones a memorable one. Hyatt is the choicest place for its amazing array of signature offers whether one chooses to holiday or celebrate with family and loved ones.

    Reiterating on the emotion behind the campaign, #CelebrateWithHyatt, Mr. Gaurav Kulshreshtha, Director of Digital from the Hyatt group remarked, “The campaign is a huge milestone in terms of offering a Hyatt experience to all our patrons and travellers who holiday with such style and aplomb. We are very positive and excited about our collaboration with The Minimalist and look forward to a meaningful and impactful creative result.”

    Commenting on the campaign, Mr.Chirag Gander, Co-Founder and Director, The Minimalist said, “We at the Minimalist are very thrilled with this association with the Hyatt chain of hotels, which is one of the best places endorsed by travel patrons. With modern day travel evolving from mere destination-hopping to creating experiences and making memories, #CelebrateWithHyatt is a very heart-warming campaign to bring out the best of all travel experiences.”

  • IndiaCast’s associate marketing director Rahul Mishra quits; joins Cineplay

    IndiaCast’s associate marketing director Rahul Mishra quits; joins Cineplay

    MUMBAI: Jointly owned by TV 18 and Viacom 18, IndiaCast Media’s associate marketing director Rahul Mishra has put down his papers and will be serving his last day on 1 July.

    A source close to the development confirmed the news to Indiantelevision.com, “ Rahul Mishra will serve his last day on 1 July and will be joining movie production company Cineplay as a chief revenue officer.”

    Mishra will report to Cineplay CEO and founder Subodh Maskara.

    Mishra joined Indiacast in November 2014, where he was handling trade marketing for domestic channels and consumers as well as trade marketing for its international channels such as Colors, Rishtey and News18.

    Prior to joining IndiaCast, he worked with BBC World News where he had a successful stint of nearly eight years as Asia Pacific marketing manager. Mishra was also worked with WorldSpace India as manager for north and has worked for the sales and marketing teams of Hyatt and Le Meridien Hotels and Resorts.

  • IndiaCast’s associate marketing director Rahul Mishra quits; joins Cineplay

    IndiaCast’s associate marketing director Rahul Mishra quits; joins Cineplay

    MUMBAI: Jointly owned by TV 18 and Viacom 18, IndiaCast Media’s associate marketing director Rahul Mishra has put down his papers and will be serving his last day on 1 July.

    A source close to the development confirmed the news to Indiantelevision.com, “ Rahul Mishra will serve his last day on 1 July and will be joining movie production company Cineplay as a chief revenue officer.”

    Mishra will report to Cineplay CEO and founder Subodh Maskara.

    Mishra joined Indiacast in November 2014, where he was handling trade marketing for domestic channels and consumers as well as trade marketing for its international channels such as Colors, Rishtey and News18.

    Prior to joining IndiaCast, he worked with BBC World News where he had a successful stint of nearly eight years as Asia Pacific marketing manager. Mishra was also worked with WorldSpace India as manager for north and has worked for the sales and marketing teams of Hyatt and Le Meridien Hotels and Resorts.

  • Razorfish India appoints Swapnil Puranik as Mumbai’s head of strategy

    Razorfish India appoints Swapnil Puranik as Mumbai’s head of strategy

    MUMBAI:  Razorfish has appointed senior team member,  Swapnil Puranik, as head of Strategy in  Mumbai. He will be responsible for driving strategic business transformation and digital roadmaps for Razorfish’s clients.

    “Growth is the real ROI” believes Puranik, “and that businesses today are no longer looking for superficial solutions and metrics, but strategies to transform and evolve their business by maximizing relevant consumer interaction through technology adoption, data analytics, deeper consumer insight and non-intrusive creative ideas”

    With 13 plus years of advertising and marketing experience, across agencies, businesses and successfully running his own startup, Puranik has experience across multiple categories like telecom (RCom); Travel & Hospitality (Qatar Airways, Hyatt, Sofitel); BFSI – Aditya Birla Finance MyUniverse, ICICI Prudential MF, Reliance Mutual Fund; Fashion (Lilliput, 109F, Fusion Beats; Electronics (JBL, Harman Kardon); Luxury (Davidoff, Calvin Klein, Roberto Cavalli) amongst others.

    He led the digital marketing team and launched many successful campaigns like iPhone 5S/5C launch in India, longest Twitter campaign during WorldT20 2014 (Limca Book of World Records); leading media for Qatar Airways for the SEA region. As Business Head – Worldoo.com, he was responsible for defining product roadmap, product validation and launch the product

    He has also helped startups scale up, which led him to build his own business, which successfully got acquired.

    Prior to joining Razorfish, he was business head at Anvis Digtial – a young Mumbai based startup, where he grew the business to become a full service digital and tech company and helped win digital mandates for brands like Qatar Airways, Roche Bobois, Davidoff, Calvin Klein, MyTangerineTree amongst others.

    “I am super excited about co-writing the India Digital story with Razorfish. I have been following some of their transformational work in India and global regions and clearly this is where the future is,” says Puranik,

    Razorfish India COO Gaurav Pathak said, “Puranik’s incredible blend of a probing and intuitive approach coupled with a mature understanding of the latent consumer insights is what we want to bring as an important dimension to our Digital solutions. We are building a strong senior team that can guide clients in their business transformation journey beyond vanilla digital offerings. ”

    Charulata Ravi Kumar, CEO Razorfish India adds, “In today’s digital world, increasing discovery, generating conversations and driving advocacy is all clichéd and given. What we look for is a curious mind and fire in the belly. And of course clients who have the appetite for it to take their brands to the next level of this matrix.”

    Razorfish India has a team of over 500 (Strategy, Technology, Creative& Media) across Gurgaon, Mumbai and Bangalore.

  • Razorfish India appoints Swapnil Puranik as Mumbai’s head of strategy

    Razorfish India appoints Swapnil Puranik as Mumbai’s head of strategy

    MUMBAI:  Razorfish has appointed senior team member,  Swapnil Puranik, as head of Strategy in  Mumbai. He will be responsible for driving strategic business transformation and digital roadmaps for Razorfish’s clients.

    “Growth is the real ROI” believes Puranik, “and that businesses today are no longer looking for superficial solutions and metrics, but strategies to transform and evolve their business by maximizing relevant consumer interaction through technology adoption, data analytics, deeper consumer insight and non-intrusive creative ideas”

    With 13 plus years of advertising and marketing experience, across agencies, businesses and successfully running his own startup, Puranik has experience across multiple categories like telecom (RCom); Travel & Hospitality (Qatar Airways, Hyatt, Sofitel); BFSI – Aditya Birla Finance MyUniverse, ICICI Prudential MF, Reliance Mutual Fund; Fashion (Lilliput, 109F, Fusion Beats; Electronics (JBL, Harman Kardon); Luxury (Davidoff, Calvin Klein, Roberto Cavalli) amongst others.

    He led the digital marketing team and launched many successful campaigns like iPhone 5S/5C launch in India, longest Twitter campaign during WorldT20 2014 (Limca Book of World Records); leading media for Qatar Airways for the SEA region. As Business Head – Worldoo.com, he was responsible for defining product roadmap, product validation and launch the product

    He has also helped startups scale up, which led him to build his own business, which successfully got acquired.

    Prior to joining Razorfish, he was business head at Anvis Digtial – a young Mumbai based startup, where he grew the business to become a full service digital and tech company and helped win digital mandates for brands like Qatar Airways, Roche Bobois, Davidoff, Calvin Klein, MyTangerineTree amongst others.

    “I am super excited about co-writing the India Digital story with Razorfish. I have been following some of their transformational work in India and global regions and clearly this is where the future is,” says Puranik,

    Razorfish India COO Gaurav Pathak said, “Puranik’s incredible blend of a probing and intuitive approach coupled with a mature understanding of the latent consumer insights is what we want to bring as an important dimension to our Digital solutions. We are building a strong senior team that can guide clients in their business transformation journey beyond vanilla digital offerings. ”

    Charulata Ravi Kumar, CEO Razorfish India adds, “In today’s digital world, increasing discovery, generating conversations and driving advocacy is all clichéd and given. What we look for is a curious mind and fire in the belly. And of course clients who have the appetite for it to take their brands to the next level of this matrix.”

    Razorfish India has a team of over 500 (Strategy, Technology, Creative& Media) across Gurgaon, Mumbai and Bangalore.