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  • Bigg Boss in Southern India boosts brand metrics, reveals new research

    Bigg Boss in Southern India boosts brand metrics, reveals new research

    Mumbai: Bigg Boss, is a cultural phenomenon in India and even more so in the Southern states. A recent study by Unomer Technologies has reinforced the reality of “All ad impressions aren’t equal” with the extraordinary jump witnessed in brand outcomes with exposure on Bigg Boss Tamil and Malayalam. The research examined brands across 19 different categories associated with the show, revealing a disproportionate elevation in top-of-mind awareness (57 per cent), consideration (26 per cent), and purchase intent (33 per cent) among core viewers compared to light viewers and non-viewers. The show continues to be a game-changer for brands, significantly enhancing brand disposition across sectors such as auto, BFSI, consumer durables, real estate, telecom, local retail, and the three major FMCG segments of food, home care, and personal care

    Bigg Boss in Telugu, Tamil and Malayalam remains an exclusive marquee content that delivers an immersive and attentive ad experience to a vast and diverse audience. The show attracted over 50 sponsors and 200+ advertisers, and garnered an impressive 150 billion minutes of consumption, reaching a total audience of 170 million.

    Unomer Technologies CEO Vinay Bapna weighed in on the research insights “Brands must seek ways to remain relevant to consumers, hence the choice of content they align with is crucial. The Tamil and Malayalam editions of Bigg Boss foster a deep emotional connection and empathy with the audience in their markets, which is maintained over time, offering brands a unique opportunity. Our data reveals significant improvements not only in brand awareness but also in down-the-funnel metrics like consideration and purchase intent among viewers, compared to those who didn’t watch the show.”

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    Bigg boss

    1.2 per cent lift in purchase intent towards brands among Bigg Boss viewer vs non-viewer.

    The new season of Bigg Boss Telugu and Tamil commences from September 2024 on Star Maa and Star Vijay respectively. Disney Star head, entertainment ad sales & strategy Dev Shenoy stated, “Bigg Boss in Telugu, Tamil and Malayalam has demonstrated itself to be an exceptional content association for advertisers. Apart from large national brands, it is exciting to see regional brands experiencing remarkable growth in metrics across the funnel. We look forward to collaborating with brands across the spectrum for the upcoming season.”

    Brands associated with Bigg Boss have echoed the show’s positive impact on their business. While commenting on the multi-year collaboration with Bigg Boss, Haier Appliances India president NS Satish said “Bigg Boss continues to be the most popular and captivating entertainment among Telugu and Tamil-speaking audiences. Its ability to attract millions of homes to watch together and a loyal fan base has great synergy with our target audience. For any brand looking to make a significant impact in AP & Telangana and Tamil Nadu, Bigg Boss is not just an advertising opportunity—it’s a catalyst for growth. We’ve found that leveraging Bigg Boss as a launch platform accelerates market penetration and consumer acceptance in multiple ways.”

    Jos Alukkas MD John Alukka shared his experience, “We’re thrilled with our association on Telugu TV’s biggest reality show, which has significantly boosted our brand’s presence and reputation. The increased footfall in our stores underscores the show’s wide popularity among our audience, contributing to our sales growth and brand recognition.”

  • Jos Alukkas unveils lightweight diamond collection – Oris

    Jos Alukkas unveils lightweight diamond collection – Oris

    Mumbai: Jos Alukkas unveiled Oris, an elegant featherweight diamond collection. The grand unveiling of the Oris collection held in an event in Chennai, where renowned model Rafaella Siqueira introduced the new collection. Jos Alukkas managing directors, Varghese Alukka, Paul J Alukka, and John Alukka attended the event.

    The Oris diamond collection takes center stage with its exquisite light as air pendants adding playful elegance to a sparkling ensemble. Meticulously crafted for women’s daily wear, Oris collection features pendants with studs weighing up to one carat. The collection emphasizes on lightness and sophistication aligns seamlessly with a vision to providing women with a graceful and comfortable accessories, suitable for any occasion.

    Oris is a brand for today’s women, as it is specially tailored for women, offering a diamond collection crafted for those desiring simplicity in their attire.

    “Oris has been launched with the aim of making diamonds accessible to everyone. Jos Alukkas is dedicated to bringing diamonds to a wider audience at affordable prices,”stated chairman Jos Alukka.

    Jos Alukkas has previously launched sub-brands like Shubha Mangalyam Bridal Collections, the 18k jewellery collection – Ivy, a jewellery range inspired by Indian culture and traditional art – Parampara, and the Premium diamond collection – Nityara.
     

  • Jos Alukkas unveils ‘Parampara’: a symphony of Indian tradition

    Jos Alukkas unveils ‘Parampara’: a symphony of Indian tradition

    Mumbai: Jos Alukkas ‘Parampara’ Collections, a jewellery range inspired by Indian culture and traditional art, has been introduced in the market. South Indian film star Keerthy Suresh unveiled ‘Parampara’ during an event held in Chennai. The occasion was graced by the presence of Jos Alukkas managing directors Varghese Alukka, Paul J. Alukka, and John Alukka.  

    The artistic ‘Parampara’ jewellery line is presented by Jos Alukkas, following the launch of the Shubha Mangalyam Bridal Collections-2023 festive edition. This exquisite jewellery collection beautifully encapsulates the artistic charm of ancient sculptures.

    The ‘Parampara’ series showcases divine motifs, including various goddess representations, Krishna, and Ganesha along with intricate designs that draw inspiration from the grace and symbolism of peacocks, elephants, and the divine swan. The collection boasts the use of exquisite gemstones, including Kembu, Ruby, Emerald, Moissanite, and Cubic Zirconia, adding a radiant and luxurious touch to each piece. The skilled craftsmen have masterfully captured the divine essence of Gods and Goddesses with exquisite finesse. Parampara offers jewellery options with antique-finished, red-polished, and yellow-polished styles. Additionally, the collection includes meticulously handcrafted Nagas jewellery.

    “The hallmark of the Parampara series lies in its intricate designs, deeply influenced by India’s ancient cultural heritage. Utilising cost-effective labour allows us to offer our customers jewellery at a highly reasonable price” – said Jos Alukkas Chairman Jos Alukka.  

    Jos Alukkas employs a method of stone setting that doesn’t involve the use of wax, ensuring the purity and grammage of the gold is maintained. In the valuation process of gold jewellery adorned with stones, the weight of the stones is entirely excluded.

    The introduction of these new brands aligns with Jos Alukkas’ expansion strategy, leveraging its 59-year legacy in the country’s jewellery retail sector. Notably, Jos Alukkas achieved a significant milestone with the HUID campaign, successfully raising awareness across the nation. In addition, Jos Alukkas has unveiled plans for the establishment of 100 new jewellery stores.