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  • Rajkummar Rao and Patralekha headline Royal Stag Barrel Select Shorts’ new campaign

    Rajkummar Rao and Patralekha headline Royal Stag Barrel Select Shorts’ new campaign

    MUMBAI: Royal Stag Barrel Select Shorts is back in the spotlight with its newest campaign, ‘For the Select Ones’, starring the discerning duo Rajkummar Rao and Patralekha. Conceptualised by FCB NEO, the sleek new film champions craft, character, and the courage to chart one’s own course — echoing the brand’s core philosophy of celebrating purposeful storytelling and refined choices.

    In a market flooded with noise, ‘For the Select Ones’ whispers a quieter truth: that greatness lies not in following the crowd, but in choosing with intent. Both on-screen and off, Rajkummar and Patralekha exemplify that ideal, having carved careers defined by depth, not dazzle.

    The campaign pays homage to artists who’ve walked the talk — past collaborators on the Barrel Select Shorts platform include cinematic heavyweights like Anurag Kashyap, Sujoy Ghosh, Neeraj Ghaywan, and Tigmanshu Dhulia. Now, with this film, the brand doubles down on its commitment to creating an ecosystem for intelligent, bold narratives that refuse to pander.

    Speaking on the campaign, Pernod Ricard India CMO Kartik Mohindra said, “Royal Stag Barrel Select Shorts has evolved into creating an ecosystem that brings world-class narratives to curious and discerning audiences, thus becoming the destination for short films in India. With our new thematic campaign, For the Select Ones, we continue this next chapter of our brand’s select storytelling journey by celebrating those who embody success through their distinct choices.”

    “This film is a quiet tribute to the art of choosing well. In a world overflowing with options, true identity is shaped by what we say no to as much as what we embrace. The process of creating this story with Rajkummar Rao and Patralekha was about capturing that subtle, internal journey, where each choice becomes a building block of a legacy. It aligns beautifully with the Royal Stag Barrel Select Shorts ethos of celebrating individuals with a refined eye and fearless vision,” expressed FCB NEO CCO Mayuresh Dubhashi.

    Sharing his thoughts, Rao said: “Over the years, I’ve learned that true success lies in staying authentic and making choices that reflect who you are at your core. Whether it’s in the characters I play or the decisions I make in life, I’ve always aimed to strike a balance between substance and intention. For the Select Ones is a powerful reflection of that mindset— valuing integrity, thoughtfulness, and individuality. I’m proud to be part of Royal Stag Barrel Select Shorts’ campaign that celebrates the strength of discerning choices.”

    Adding her perspective, Patralekha said: “Throughout my journey, I’ve always believed in carving my own path. I’ve long admired the short films from Royal Stag Barrel Select Shorts for their depth, craft, and storytelling. Their narrative closely aligns with my belief in making choices that reflect true artistic vision. I’m honoured to collaborate with a brand that champions discernment and excellence.”

    Backed by a high-voltage amplification plan, the campaign is set to inspire a generation that values thoughtful ambition — a salute to those who refuse to settle.

     

  • Flipkart’s extravaganza: Wedding guests steal the spotlight in latest campaign

    Flipkart’s extravaganza: Wedding guests steal the spotlight in latest campaign

    Mumbai: Flipkart, India’s homegrown e-commerce marketplace, has strengthened its position as the one-stop destination for every shopping occasion, including weddings, for millions of consumers across the country. Kicking off the new year on a high and celebrating the ongoing wedding spirit, the latest ‘Mauka jo bhi ho, bas Flipkart karo’ campaign aims at connecting with customers as they look to improve their style and gifting game. This message has been brought to life in a set of two ad films that showcase different wedding rituals celebrated across India, featuring brand ambassador and beloved Bollywood actor Alia Bhatt. The campaign bolsters Flipkart’s commitment to empowering every Indian’s shopping dream by delivering value while fulfilling every nuanced need – from everyday essentials and the latest gadgets, to wedding fashion wishlists.

    The film features a well dressed couple as protagonists who arrive at a wedding, only to bring shock and awe to everyone present with unexpected and thoughtful gifts – a smartphone and television to the couple. Through Alia Bhatt’s interjections and quirky engagement, Flipkart is revealed to be the reason behind their dapper look and gift selection – truly a one-stop shop for everything from fashion to electronics. This makes these wedding guests the star of the wedding, impressing everyone around them, especially Alia. The ad films close with the bride, groom and all the attendees revelling in the celebration with a ‘Mauka jo bhi ho, bas Flipkart karo’ jingle. From both these films, one message is absolutely clear – Flipkart is one of the chosen destinations for any shopping need for anyone!

    Speaking about the new campaign, Flipkart Sr director – marketing Pratik Arun Shetty said, “At Flipkart, our focus has always been on enhancing the shopping journey for every Indian. Our latest campaign, ‘Mauka jo bhi ho, bas Flipkart karo,’ embodies this ethos. The ad films featuring Alia Bhatt spotlights Flipkart as the ultimate shopping destination for all your needs. We are thrilled to start the new year by celebrating Flipkart’s role in empowering shoppers to shine during every special occasion with perfect outfits and thoughtful gifts. With this, we invite everyone to discover the convenience and delight of shopping on Flipkart for any event.”

    Leo Burnett Group executive creative director Mayuresh Dubhashi said, “Sure, weddings are all about the bride and groom, but that doesn’t mean the attendees can’t leave a lasting impression here and there. Our campaign explores the modern day definition of putting your best foot forward at occasions like weddings, whether it be through a style statement or through the perfect wedding gift. The film featuring Alia Bhatt, really exemplifies the joy and ease of discovering fantastic deals and latest products on Flipkart, making it the first choice for every occasion”

    Conceptualised by Leo Burnett, Flipkart has devised a 360-degree campaign with a judicious mix of channels to reach its dynamic set of consumers in multiple languages across demographics.

  • Lenovo India’s new consumer brand campaign unlocks the power of tech

    Lenovo India’s new consumer brand campaign unlocks the power of tech

    Mumbai: Lenovo, the global technology powerhouse, has launched an all-new brand commercial as part of its recently released campaign with the primary objective of enhancing its preference among potential customers. The campaign showcases Lenovo’s range of products highlighting its key features.

    The campaign aims to integrate all of Lenovo’s consumer portfolios under its master brand – Legion, Yoga, and IdeaPad and establish Lenovo as a frontrunner in the realm of innovative technology in consumer minds. The campaign slogan “You’ll wish everything was a Lenovo” highlights Lenovo’s cutting-edge features like Smart Login with Infrared Camera, Military Grade Durability, and High-Performance Cooling with Lenovo Coldfront Technology.

    Lenovo India marketing director Chandrika Jain commented, “Our Masterbrand campaign signifies Lenovo’s commitment to Smarter tech to all. The underlying message is simple– once you have experienced Lenovo’s technology, there’s no going back. We aspire to be the go-to choice for consumers seeking top-notch features in their products”

    The campaign targets a wider audience, particularly Gen Z and millennials, to position Lenovo as a benchmark for exceptional performance and innovation in the mainstream tech category.

    “When it comes to really good tech, there’s nothing that beats Lenovo. So much so that once you’ve experienced Lenovo, there’s really no going back. And we used this truth to craft a fun, contemporary campaign around the rallying cry – You’ll wish everything was a Lenovo.” stated, Leo Burnett GECD Mayuresh Dubhashi.

    The campaign builds Lenovo’s consumer brand with a direct approach to gain preference and augment its premium market share.

    Customers can also avail an unbeatable opportunity to purchase a new Lenovo product or upgrade their existing one at a remarkable value with Lenovo’s Festive Offers. There are consumer-friendly EMI schemes, ten per cent cashback in partnership with select banks, and exchange benefits of up to Rs. 10,000. Also, for just Rs. 2,999, customers can secure a three-year onsite warranty, three years of premium care, and three years of Accidental Damage Protection.

    With this campaign and offers Lenovo will be able to build stronger recall among millennials and Gen Z audiences.

    Catch the latest ad films here:

    Lenovo Legion | Play it cool

    Lenovo Tab P12 | Juggle 4 tasks at once

    Lenovo Yoga | Unlocks in a jiffy

  • Oreo and MS Dhoni ssshhhing a billion cricket fans ahead of World Cup, say “Don’t jinx it”

    Oreo and MS Dhoni ssshhhing a billion cricket fans ahead of World Cup, say “Don’t jinx it”

    Mumbai: The Men in Blue are once again going to begin their campaign to bring back the World Cup. As cricket frenzy takes over India this week, so do many rituals of Indians to help the team get what they want the most. And most times, by not talking about it. We all have a deep-rooted belief to never say a word, don’t jinx it till what you want to make happen, happens. Whether be it a new job offer, an examination outcome & most importantly winning in cricket.

    Oreo & MS Dhoni have come together again to help Team India get what they want the most. Last year, Oreo had launched again in a bid to bring back the cup, like in 2011, and while we reached the semi’s, the job remained unfinished. This year, Oreo & Dhoni take on an even more playful note simply evocating people to not jinx it, building a counter-culture view to get a billion cricket-crazy fans go “shhhh” ahead of the biggest cricket tournament there is.

    With Dhoni on its side, Oreo has taken a playful spin on this nuance that is deeply entrenched in our culture. The brand has launched a new campaign partnering with Dhoni again for this World Cup season. To capture the attention of the audiences in a quirky yet impactful manner, the campaign is launched in a first-of-its-kind breaking news format featuring Dhoni on prime news channels. Set on the stage of a cricket news show, the film opens with Expert Panelists on the set discussing India’s performance and chances of winning the World Cup 2023. Right then, Dhoni unexpectedly walks in and hijacks the show. His simple sermon being, ‘Oreo & he believe that no one should talk about India’s chances, till the end, till we actually get the cup’. He encourages all viewers to follow the “Oreo Bola Mat Bol” ideology. Wait till we actually get it!

    To build on the excitement with cricket further, Oreo will drive contextual communication on Hotstar during the World Cup. Also, to connect with the audience in real-time, Oreo is capitalising on moment marketing with relatable content while matches are on. The #OreoBolaMatBol frenzy has already caught on with cricket fans, memes, and fan pages and consumers are resonating with the belief of not jinxing India’s chances of winning the Cup.

    Speaking about this campaign, Mondelez India VP- marketing Nitin Saini said, “Following the same thought as last year with our #BringBack2011 campaign that introduced our playful version to take India to the finals, we are yet again bringing together the nation with a nostalgic and relatable twist with ‘Oreo Bola Mat Bol’ campaign. The campaign brings the nuances of watching cricket and supporting India during the nail-biting matches and aims to influence the loudest and most passionate cricket fans in the world to stay ‘silent’ about India’s performance during the most important tournament. Just like every Indian, I have followed these stereotypes over the years and the effort to un-jinx this year’s game by simply not talking about it is something I am sure we have all done or experienced in the past. We are once again partnering with everyone’s favourite, MS Dhoni, who has effortlessly brought this idea to life.”

    Dhoni said, “OREO has always found the right angle to take, which is not only playful but also fits in seamlessly with India’s love for Cricket. As an athlete or sports fan, we all have certain things that we do— consciously or unconsciously, which we believe can help our favourite team win. Trying to not jinx a win by not talking is a common one but Oreo has once again brought this live in the most relatable way. It’s been fun to bring this to life with OREO just in time for the World Cup!”

    Along with the TVC, the brand has also created several activations for the duration of the World Cup, as well as shorties for the digital streaming platforms.

    Leo Burnett group executive creative director Mayuresh Dubhashi said, “The biggest cricketing event, the World Cup is back. And so is Oreo along with M.S. Dhoni. And this time around, we are not going to say anything at all – #OreoBolaMatBol. Because of our deep cultural belief that we don’t talk about the thing that we want the most. And we all want that one particular result out of this Cup, don’t we? We are launching a disruptive multi-platform campaign that’ll run the course of the tournament with many innovations, many firsts with the hope that the country joins us in this belief to help better our team’s chances.”

    Wavemaker India chief client officer and office head, North, West and East Shekhar Banerjee said, “We are strategically choosing our message and media. While many brands may express the belief that “India will win,” we are encouraging our audience to avoid excessive optimism (or negativity) with the hashtag #OreoBolaMatBol. Whether they are engaged in cricket-related platforms or consuming content related to cricket, we will remind India to embrace our motto of #OreoBolaMatBol to ensure we do our bit to send good vibes and avert bad vibes for Team India over the next two months.”

  • Taproot India hires Mayuresh Dubhashi as associate CD

    Taproot India hires Mayuresh Dubhashi as associate CD

    MUMBAI: With plans to strengthen its creative team, Taproot India has hired Mayuresh Dubhashi as associate creative director.

    “There’s a reason why Taproot is the hottest agency in the country. It’s got the best brands and the best people handling them and more importantly, it’s going to offer the best possible opportunities to up my game,” said Dubhashi on his new job.

    He has eight years of experience. He started work at Lowe Lintas on Idea, Wheel, Surf Excel etc and then moved onto JWT Mumbai, where he spent over five years.
    Apart from many metals at Goa fest, he has also won the Young Lotus competition, represented India at Ad fest 2011 and won ‘Silver.’

    “I have worked with him in the past hence I know his strengths, passion and attitude towards work,” said Taproot India co-founder and chief creative officer Agnello Dias about Dubhashi.

    “Taproot India is a strong believer of young blood, Mayuresh is young and yet very mature in his thinking and approach,” added Taproot India co-founder and chief creative officer Santosh Padhi.

    Taproot India has 46 people operating from a single office, Mumbai.

  • Taproot India hires Mayuresh Dubhashi as associate CD

    Taproot India hires Mayuresh Dubhashi as associate CD

    MUMBAI: With plans to strengthen its creative team, Taproot India has hired Mayuresh Dubhashi as associate creative director.

    “There’s a reason why Taproot is the hottest agency in the country. It’s got the best brands and the best people handling them and more importantly, it’s going to offer the best possible opportunities to up my game,” said Dubhashi on his new job.

    He has eight years of experience. He started work at Lowe Lintas on Idea, Wheel, Surf Excel etc and then moved onto JWT Mumbai, where he spent over five years.
    Apart from many metals at Goa fest, he has also won the Young Lotus competition, represented India at Ad fest 2011 and won ‘Silver.’

    “I have worked with him in the past hence I know his strengths, passion and attitude towards work,” said Taproot India co-founder and chief creative officer Agnello Dias about Dubhashi.

    “Taproot India is a strong believer of young blood, Mayuresh is young and yet very mature in his thinking and approach,” added Taproot India co-founder and chief creative officer Santosh Padhi.

    Taproot India has 46 people operating from a single office, Mumbai.