Tag: Mukta Maheshwari

  • Shah Rukh Khan recommends Tide as ‘Asli SRK – Stain Removal King’

    Shah Rukh Khan recommends Tide as ‘Asli SRK – Stain Removal King’

    Mumbai: Tide has announced an iconic new partnership as it continues its history of delighting consumers with superior laundry solutions. The last decade has witnessed Tide’s commitment to innovation through a host of initiatives, including the launch of new wash care solutions like Tide Matic Liquid and Tide PODS. At the core of Tide’s promise is the dedication to irresistibly delight consumers. Recognizsng the significant shifts in consumer habits, from evolving wardrobes, food consumption habits, stain incidents to changing lifestyles, Tide is relentlessly focused on the consumer needs for upgraded laundry solutions. In response to these changes, the new and improved Tide, equipped with boosted magnets, is designed to effectively tackle deep-seated stains like tea, coffee, oils & gravy, ensuring an outstanding clean. This advanced formula not only removes tough stains but ensures your garments maintain a long-lasting freshness. Tide has been engineered with cleaning chemistry tailor-made for both hand wash and machine conditions, ensuring your garments are cared for with exceptional whiteness and freshness.

    In this endeavor, Tide an iconic brand, has chosen to partner with another beloved Indian figure, Shah Rukh Khan, uniting in a joint commitment to delight fans and consumers. King Khan’s relentless pursuit of perfection and undeniable excellence serves as the cornerstone of Tide’s consumer promise. The new and improved Tide brings this shared commitment to life through a memorable new campaign.

    At the heart of this transformative launch, lies a captivating partnership with the iconic Shah Rukh Khan! The superstar has joined Tide India, as a brand ambassador to endorse Tide as the ‘asli/real SRK – Stain Removal King’. Speaking on the partnership, King Khan said, “This collaboration with Tide is not just about endorsing a brand; it’s about a shared commitment to perfection, and the relentless pursuit of excellence. I am glad to have joined in this first of its kind partnership and recommend Tide as the ‘asli/real SRK’. Tide’s New and Improved performance and its ability to remove stains will delight consumers on their laundry needs”.

    Sharing on his experiences in the shoot, Khan added: “I have seen Tide’s iconic ‘swoosh’ and the “Chaunk Gaye” many times. A reminder of the outstanding clean offered by the brand. It was fun to be a part of it and bring it to life in my own way. It’s not just an entertaining element but demonstrates Tide’s stain removal expertise.”

    P&G India CMO and VP, fabric care Mukta Maheshwari spoke on this new partnership: “P&G, home to the world’s no 1* detergent brand, is committed to solving everyday consumer needs with superiority that drives brand preference. We’re delighted with the partnership with Shah Rukh Khan and his endorsement of the New and Improved Tide as the Stain Removal King. Tide, the world’s number one detergent brand, is focused on offering laundry solutions that delight consumers every day where it matters most. In this continued endeavor, we’re thrilled that Tide has upgraded to remove deep-seated stains and offer an outstanding clean on the toughest stains. We are delighted to have SRK recommend Tide as the ‘asli/real SRK – Stain Removal King’ to consumers and fans across the country.”

    *Source Euromintor International, Home Care 2023 Ed, retail volume (Tonnes), 2022 data”

  • P&G India appoints Mukta Maheshwari as its chief marketing officer

    P&G India appoints Mukta Maheshwari as its chief marketing officer

    Mumbai: Procter & Gamble India, maker of brands like Ariel, Whisper, and Gillette, has appointed Mukta Maheshwari as the company’s chief marketing officer (CMO) effective 1 September.

    Along with leading the marketing function, Maheshwari will also head the fabric care category for P&G India. She brings with her a rich work experience of over two decades. She joined P&G in 2007 in Singapore and has since worked across five brands across three different countries. Prior to assuming her new role as the chief marketing officer and fabric care category head, Maheshwari served as the vice president, fabric enhancers in the ASEAN region, based out of Singapore and was instrumental in delivering double digit top and bottom line for Downy in ASEAN. This was enabled by, among multiple other aspects, the launch of Downy Natural Essential oil scents range, which was spearheaded by her.

    Speaking about her new role, Maheshwari said, “I am thrilled to kickstart the next phase of my journey with P&G and coming back to India, after having the opportunity to work across multiple roles in the region, including Singapore and Philippines. P&Gs philosophy of touching and improving lives truly resonates with me, and I am glad that my new role will enable me to continue aspiring to positively impact our consumers, communities, and people. India continues to be an important market for P&G globally, as we continue to delight the consumers with our superior brands. These are exciting times, and I look forward to contributing to the growth of P&G in India, together with our people who are the backbone of this resilient and empowered organization.”

    Maheshwari is an MBA from the Indian Institute of Management, Calcutta and holds a degree in Aerospace Engineering from Indian Institute of Technology.

    Maheshwari takes over from Sharat Verma in the role, who has been elevated as the senior vice president – fabric care for P&G India, Middle East, and Africa (IMEA) and will spearhead the efforts based out of Dubai. Under Sharat’s leadership over the last four years, P&G has stepped up on its brand building efforts, leading many innovative solutions and campaigns that are not just a force for growth, but also a force for good. This is reflected not just in the growth of the brands, but also multiple external recognition – national and global – that the brands have garnered over the years on iconic initiatives like Ariel #ShareTheLoad, Whisper #KeepGirlsInSchool, etc.

    Sharing his perspective, Verma said “It has been my privilege and an absolute honor to serve as the CMO for P&G India. The journey has been rewarding and one filled with immense learnings. From every campaign that captured hearts, to each innovation that reshaped industries, our commitment to delivering exceptional results stands as a testament to our unwavering pursuit of excellence. Together, we raised the bar on consumer centricity and brand building and reinforced our brands as both – a #ForceForGrowth and a #ForceforGood. As I extend a warm welcome to Mukta, I am confident that our legacy will continue to thrive, inspiring new heights of creativity, impact, and success. I am only optimistic about what the future holds.”