Tag: Ogilvy

  • Greenply questions your plywood choice

    Greenply questions your plywood choice

    MUMBAI: Greenply has launched its new campaign to make consumers aware that there are consequences of compromising on the quality of plywood used in their furniture.

    When it comes to investing in attractive furniture, an average Indian consumer holds nothing back. They gladly spend money on imported veneer and polish. They tighten their purse strings only when it comes to purchasing plywood, though it accounts for a small fraction of the total investment. According to the newly launched Greenply TVCs, such an attitude leads to wasteful expense. Customers are encouraged to ask Greenply before making any furniture-related decision.

    The campaigns conceptualised by Ogilvy narrate the plight of people who use substandard plywood to make luxurious furniture. The stories open with the protagonists bragging about their imported veneer and polish. One untoward action through the course of the elaborate praises leads to a complete breakdown of the piece of furniture, resulting in embarrassment.

    The films, in keeping with Greenply’s tradition of quirky storytelling, make consumers aware of the hazards of using cheap ply. They tell us that such accidents can happen when we compromise on the quality of plywood.

    Ogilvy Kolkata managing partner creative Sujoy Roy adds, “The aim of this campaign is to make our consumers aware of the perils of compromising on the quality of plywood. We want to arrest the customer’s attention with the help of facts and humour.”

    Greenply industries associate vice president and head of marketing Kamal K Mishra adds, “Greenply strives to make consumers aware of plywood’s importance, so that they can identify their needs and prioritise their investments.”

  • Cannes Lions awards lifetime achievement to Piyush & Prasoon Pandey

    Cannes Lions awards lifetime achievement to Piyush & Prasoon Pandey

    MUMBAI: Ogilvy South Asia executive chairman and creative director Piyush Pandey and film director Prasoon Pandey will both be honoured with the Cannes Lions’ Lifetime Achievement Award, the Lion of St Mark.

    In an email addressed to Piyush and Prasoon Pandey, Ascential Events CEO Philip Thomas wrote, “Next year we would like to honour you both, as two brothers who have changed the face of creativity in India and far beyond.”

    Piyush Pandey says, “This is a huge, huge honour. I am humbled and immensely grateful to the people of India. It is the richness and diversity of this nation that gave my brother and me the opportunity to learn and create good work. I am also indebted to my clients, my colleagues and Ogilvy who gave me the support and the freedom to fly. Thank you, Cannes Lions, for giving every creative professional in my country a reason to believe that if Prasoon and Piyush can do it, so can they.”

    In addition to the innumerable accolades that have been awarded to Piyush, he is the first Asian to be jury president of the Cannes Film Festival in 2004, in 2012 he was bestowed with the lifetime achievement award from CLIO, the lifetime achievement award by AAAI and in 2016 he became the first person ever in the advertising and communication sector to receive the Padma Shri, an award conferred by the president of India.

    The Lion of St Mark is the highest honour that the Cannes International Festival of Creativity bestows on creative geniuses within the communications industry. Previous recipients have included David Droga, John Hegarty, Lee Clow and Marcello Serpa, Dan Wieden, Joe Pytka and Bob Greenberg.

    This is the 8th Lion of St Mark awarded by the Cannes Film Festival. The award will formally be given to Piyush and Prasoon Pandey at the Cannes Festival on 22 June 2018. They will be the first Asians to receive the Lion of St Mark.

  • Tata Salt promotes fitness in women through digital campaign

    Tata Salt promotes fitness in women through digital campaign

    MUMBAI: Tata Salt Lite has associated with the sixth edition of Colors Pinkathon in Mumbai. The run encourages women to adopt and promote fitness and health while creating awareness for breast cancer, bone health, thyroid disorder and other issues relating to women’s health.

    Through the 10 km run, Tata Salt Lite reinstates the importance of taking control of one’s own health and nurturing oneself. As a part of the brand’s association with Colors Pinkathon, Tata has launched its #GoActive campaign through two digital films. The campaigns created by Ogilvy Mumbai inspire every woman, irrespective of her societal and financial status, to commit to an active lifestyle and take up running.

    Ogilvy Mumbai senior vice president planning Anirban Roy says, “No matter how you run, where you run, when you run and from what you run, we believe our work will inspire women to adopt an active lifestyle. In an age when most brands struggle to get past her attention wall, it is an honest effort by a brand that has been championing societal health and well-being for decades.”

    Tata Chemicals head marketing consumer products business Sagar Boke adds, “The first step in empowerment is taking control of one’s own health and nurturing oneself. By virtue of associating with Pinkathon, Tata Salt Lite seeks to motivate women to run for their health, regardless of what society dictates. Tata Salt Lite, a low sodium salt, is ideal for people who seek an active lifestyle. With the Pinkathon association, we not only hope to strengthen the brand’s health credentials but also create a strong emotional connect with its consumers.”

  • Bandhan Bank inspires consumers to dream big

    Bandhan Bank inspires consumers to dream big

    MUMBAI: Bandhan Bank has launched two campaigns to strengthen its home and business loan segments. The TV ads succinctly intend to encourage consumers to follow their dreams and take a step towards improving their lives.

    The film on business loans conveys the idea that Bandhan Bank doesn’t just provide a loan, it also invests in the customer’s dream and helps it come to life. It charts the story of a woman looking for a saree in a boutique. It turns out that the woman is a Bandhan Bank employee who had sanctioned the loan for the owner to set up the boutique.

    The TVC on home loans takes us through the daily trials of people living in rented apartments. It brings to life the compromises they make to comply with the rules laid down by their landlords. The film encourages people to live life on their own terms.

    Bandhan bank MD and CEO Chandra Shekhar Ghosh said, “There are many people who have their own inhibitions when it comes to approaching a bank for a loan. They feel that their financial background makes them ineligible. At Bandhan, we believe in people’s potential, we see what they can achieve tomorrow.”

    Ogilvy Kolkata managing director of creative Sujoy Roy adds, “We set out to tell real stories – narratives that resonate with the people we wanted to talk to, things that they feel and experience. It was important for the viewers to relate to the characters and their performance. We wanted to assuage the fears that prospective borrowers may have, and push them closer to their dreams.”

  • Zoozoo man moves on from Ogilvy – a note from Piyush Pandey

    MUMBAI: Ogilvy South Asia executive chairman and creative director Piyush Pandey writes:

    It is not at all easy for me, as I inform you that Rajiv Rao moves on from Ogilvy India to become a film maker. It has been Rajiv’s dream to make films for the last four years. I have nothing but a deep sense of gratitude to Rajiv, that he respected my request to stay on to help make a better and stronger Ogilvy. There are not too many in this business who make a sacrifice of this magnitude.

    Rajiv joined Ogilvy in 1999 with his partner V. Mahesh. And shortly thereafter, they started blazing new trails.

    In 2002, I had the joy of partnering him as a copywriter to create the legendary ‘Second hand smoke kills’ campaign for Cancer Patients Aid Association. This campaign won India’s first double Gold at Cannes.

    Whenever the Orange/Hutch/Vodafone history is written, Rajiv Rao’s name will feature in golden letters. Every piece of work on these brands has Rajiv’s personal stamp on it.

    The ‘silent killer’, Rajiv has always displayed phenomenal leadership skills without saying very much. Along with Mahesh, he led Ogilvy Bangalore from 2003 to 2006 and gave the office a renewed energy. In 2009 Rajiv and Abhijit Avasthi took on the role of National Creative Directors and raised the bar up many notches of creativity at Ogilvy India. And since 2015, Rajiv has played the role alone and compensated for his partner.

    Loved and admired by one and all in the industry, nationally and internationally, Rajiv is one of the finest creative people and the gentlest giant I have met in my life.

    I am sure Rajiv will be no less a film maker than the creative leader he has been. We will stay connected in more ways than one.

    Meanwhile, Rajiv will continue as Ogilvy India’s National Creative Leader till Sonal takes over and a smooth transition is complete.

    I will refrain from being personal and just say, “Thank you Rajiv. You are a true son of Ogilvy India. Keep the flag flying.”

  • Perfetti Van Melle brings back Center Shock

    MUMBAI: Perfetti Van Melle India has announced the launch of Center Shock in the Indian market; a sour flavoured gum in line with the growing sour flavours trend worldwide.

    Center Shock was launched in 2002, and created an excitement in the gums category with a sour flour and ‘shocking’ consumption experience. The brand created its own set of followers with a differentiated taste profile and entertaining advertising. It was later phased out in line with business plans.

    Center Shock will be available at Rs. 2 per gum in an attractive jar for high in shop visibility and will be supported with a campaign on digital media to build awareness.

    Perfetti Van Melle India director – marketing Rohit Kapoor says, “Consumers are accepting sour flavours more now, and so we have worked to get to launch Center Shock. It’s a joy to bring back a brand on the basis of consumer demand. We will be supporting the launch on social media exclusively, with the same loved communication (designed by Ogilvy) as before. It will be available as a limited edition.”

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  • VML appoints Venkatagiri Rao as creative head

    VML appoints Venkatagiri Rao as creative head

    MUMBAI: Global digital marketing agency VML has announced the appointment of Venkatagiri Rao as Creative Head – India, as part of a significant step to solidify its creative capabilities. In his new role, Venkat will spearhead the office’s creative practice, which continues to form the foundation for the agency’s growth.

    Based in Mumbai, Venkat will report directly to Tripti Lochan, CEO – VML Southeast & India.

    “With the digital marketing landscape evolving rapidly over the years, we remain firmly committed to pushing the boundaries of technology and expanding our creative offering to serve brands with brilliant ideas,” said VML CEO southeast & India Tripti Lochan. “We are delighted to have Venkat on board, and are confident that his passion for innovation will drive the change brands need, and take our creative offerings a notch higher.”

    Venkat brings with him over 16 years of industry experience across agencies, most recently at DDB Mudra Group, Mumbai, where he served as Executive Creative Director for a period of five years. There, he handled notable companies and brands including Emirates, Volkswagen, Economic Times, Femina, Kalpataru Developers, Lonely Planet, Top Gear and Arshiya Logistics.

    Prior to DDB Mudra, Venkat held stints at Ogilvy, Ambience Publicis, Alok Nanda & Company and Fisheye Creative Solutions. He is best known for his work on Economic Times, Femina, Emirates, Victorinox, Tata Safari & Mid-day for which he has won various awards, including One Show, Effies, London- International & Abbys.

    Venkat commented, “As VML continues to gain momentum in Southeast Asia and India, I am honoured to be given the opportunity to be part of an agency that is strongly invested in creating awe-inspiring customer experiences that drive proven business impact. I am definitely looking forward to working closely with the India team to push new creative boundaries.”

    VML is a global marketing agency that delivers forward-thinking ideas and solutions for the world’s most influential brands, including: Castrol, Kellogg’s, ICICI Bank, Mahindra & Mahindra, INSEAD, Ford, Changi Airport and Mattel.

    Founded in 1992 and globally headquartered in Kansas City, Mo., VML has more than 2,300 employees with principal offices in 26 locations across six continents. Regionally headquartered in Singapore, VML has offices in Jakarta, Mumbai and New Delhi. In 2001, VML joined the world’s largest communications services group WPP.

  • VML appoints Venkatagiri Rao as creative head

    VML appoints Venkatagiri Rao as creative head

    MUMBAI: Global digital marketing agency VML has announced the appointment of Venkatagiri Rao as Creative Head – India, as part of a significant step to solidify its creative capabilities. In his new role, Venkat will spearhead the office’s creative practice, which continues to form the foundation for the agency’s growth.

    Based in Mumbai, Venkat will report directly to Tripti Lochan, CEO – VML Southeast & India.

    “With the digital marketing landscape evolving rapidly over the years, we remain firmly committed to pushing the boundaries of technology and expanding our creative offering to serve brands with brilliant ideas,” said VML CEO southeast & India Tripti Lochan. “We are delighted to have Venkat on board, and are confident that his passion for innovation will drive the change brands need, and take our creative offerings a notch higher.”

    Venkat brings with him over 16 years of industry experience across agencies, most recently at DDB Mudra Group, Mumbai, where he served as Executive Creative Director for a period of five years. There, he handled notable companies and brands including Emirates, Volkswagen, Economic Times, Femina, Kalpataru Developers, Lonely Planet, Top Gear and Arshiya Logistics.

    Prior to DDB Mudra, Venkat held stints at Ogilvy, Ambience Publicis, Alok Nanda & Company and Fisheye Creative Solutions. He is best known for his work on Economic Times, Femina, Emirates, Victorinox, Tata Safari & Mid-day for which he has won various awards, including One Show, Effies, London- International & Abbys.

    Venkat commented, “As VML continues to gain momentum in Southeast Asia and India, I am honoured to be given the opportunity to be part of an agency that is strongly invested in creating awe-inspiring customer experiences that drive proven business impact. I am definitely looking forward to working closely with the India team to push new creative boundaries.”

    VML is a global marketing agency that delivers forward-thinking ideas and solutions for the world’s most influential brands, including: Castrol, Kellogg’s, ICICI Bank, Mahindra & Mahindra, INSEAD, Ford, Changi Airport and Mattel.

    Founded in 1992 and globally headquartered in Kansas City, Mo., VML has more than 2,300 employees with principal offices in 26 locations across six continents. Regionally headquartered in Singapore, VML has offices in Jakarta, Mumbai and New Delhi. In 2001, VML joined the world’s largest communications services group WPP.

  • Prashanth Challapalli joins Leo Burnett

    Prashanth Challapalli joins Leo Burnett

    MUMBAI: Leo Burnett announced Prashanth Challapalli as the chief integration officer for South Asia.

    In his new mandate, Challapalli will work with leaders across Publicis Communications to drive integration, and will report to Publicis Communications India CEO Saurabh Varma. His last stint was with iContract, where he was the executive vice president and digital head.

    At Leo Burnett, his key mandate predominantly includes operationalizing and scaling up Leo Burnett’s unique methodology, PLAY, which puts context at the heart of creating content. Prashanth will also be a key bridge between Publicis Communications and Publicis.Sapient, responsible for bringing the best of Publicis.Sapient to all clients.

    Varma said, “Prashanth will be key as we put digital at the core of our offering and increasingly create cutting edge ideas and stories which emanate from the product itself.”

    Added Prashanth, “I have always been a big believer in one brand, one consumer and one communication approach and most of the leaders at Publicis Communications are either ex-colleagues or friends for a long time.”

    With over 19 years of experience, Prashanth has worked with agencies like Ogilvy, Lowe, Dentsu, Publicis Ambience and Rediffusion Y&R, and has also successfully built and lead Jack in the Box Worldwide and iContract in the digital space. He has won multiple national and international awards like EFFIES, Spikes, and AME, among others, for his work across brands and campaigns like Puma, Pepsi, Slice, Louis Philippe, Durex and Kolaveri Di.

  • Prashanth Challapalli joins Leo Burnett

    Prashanth Challapalli joins Leo Burnett

    MUMBAI: Leo Burnett announced Prashanth Challapalli as the chief integration officer for South Asia.

    In his new mandate, Challapalli will work with leaders across Publicis Communications to drive integration, and will report to Publicis Communications India CEO Saurabh Varma. His last stint was with iContract, where he was the executive vice president and digital head.

    At Leo Burnett, his key mandate predominantly includes operationalizing and scaling up Leo Burnett’s unique methodology, PLAY, which puts context at the heart of creating content. Prashanth will also be a key bridge between Publicis Communications and Publicis.Sapient, responsible for bringing the best of Publicis.Sapient to all clients.

    Varma said, “Prashanth will be key as we put digital at the core of our offering and increasingly create cutting edge ideas and stories which emanate from the product itself.”

    Added Prashanth, “I have always been a big believer in one brand, one consumer and one communication approach and most of the leaders at Publicis Communications are either ex-colleagues or friends for a long time.”

    With over 19 years of experience, Prashanth has worked with agencies like Ogilvy, Lowe, Dentsu, Publicis Ambience and Rediffusion Y&R, and has also successfully built and lead Jack in the Box Worldwide and iContract in the digital space. He has won multiple national and international awards like EFFIES, Spikes, and AME, among others, for his work across brands and campaigns like Puma, Pepsi, Slice, Louis Philippe, Durex and Kolaveri Di.