MUMBAI: Dr. Fixit has turned up the entertainment quotient with its latest campaign, featuring none other than movie legend Amitabh Bachchan, proving once again why it’s Waterproofing Ka Baap. In a quirky and engaging TVC, Bachchan not only lends his voice to the jingle but also brings his signature wit to highlight the importance of advanced waterproofing solutions keeping homes dry, no matter how torrential the downpour.
Celebrating 25 years of Dr. Fixit, the campaign, conceptualised by Ogilvy and directed by Prasoon Pandey, blends humour with an unforgettable tune. With lines like Paani hai baahar, sookha hai andar, Dono ko never mix it, the ad cleverly reinforces the brand’s expertise in keeping homes leak-free.
Pidilite Industries Ltd MD Bharat Puri expressed enthusiasm for the campaign’s fresh approach. “Mr. Bachchan’s presence, combined with a humour-infused narrative, makes this campaign both engaging and informative. Dr. Fixit has been a trusted waterproofing expert for years, and this campaign solidifies our commitment to keeping homes safe and worry-free.”
The TVC is part of a larger multimedia push, spanning television, digital, and OTT platforms, ensuring that Dr. Fixit’s legacy of protection reaches every homeowner. With Amitabh Bachchan at the helm and a jingle that sticks, this campaign makes one thing clear, when it comes to waterproofing, Dr. Fixit reigns supreme.
MUMBAI: He’s been making rapid strides in the region. Kunal Jeswani has been elevated as group CEO-Asean for Ogilvy from his current position of group CEO of Malaysia and Singapore.
Kunal was has been with Ogilvy for the past 20 years. He led its India ops fom 2015 to 2022, building the agency to one with 800 talented folks.
Prior to that he was the chief of its digital operations. He began his ad career with Enterprise Nexus where he spent a good part of seven years plus.
He will continue to be based in Singapore even after being promoted as Asean head at Ogilvy.
MUMBAI: Who knew a cracker could have a personality? Sunfeast just raised the snack-time stakes with the launch of ‘Wowzers’, a cracker that doesn’t just crunch—it crunches.
With a whopping 14 crispy layers and two indulgent crème flavours, this game-changing treat is here to shake up the biscuit aisle. Forget ordinary crackers—these flaky, flavour-packed bites bring a bold, multi-textural experience, blurring the line between savoury and sweet.
Consumer preferences are evolving, and crunchiness has become the holy grail of crackers. Sunfeast Wowzers delivers exactly that, with a unique enrobed cracker design that promises a melt-in-your-mouth yet satisfyingly crisp bite. Launching in two indulgent variants—Cheese Crème and Lemon Crème—Wowzers pairs bold flavour with a sprinkle of sugar for that extra oomph. Whether you’re a homemaker curating indulgent treats or a young adult looking for an on-the-go snack, this cracker doesn’t just deliver—it wows.
To celebrate the launch, Sunfeast rolled out a high-energy advertising campaign, conceptualised by Ogilvy, featuring the tagline ‘Iske Har Bite Mein Hai Wow!’. The campaign taps into the over-the-top excitement that ‘Wowzers’ brings to snacking, mirroring its larger-than-life crunch factor.
“Sunfeast Wowzers isn’t just a snack; it’s a full-blown sensory experience,” said ITC Ltd COO biscuits & cakes cluster, Ali Harris Shere. “We are redefining the cracker category by blending premium crunch with bold, delightful flavours that cater to evolving consumer tastes.”
Ogilvy South CCO Puneet Kapoor added, “This cracker practically wrote its own script. With 14 flaky layers and a cheesy burst of flavour, Wowzers isn’t about subtlety—it’s about indulgence. Our campaign had to match that energy, so we went all out to showcase the snack’s larger-than-life appeal.”
Sunfeast Wowzers has hit shelves in Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, West Bengal, and Gujarat, with plans for a nationwide rollout. Consumers can find ‘Wowzers’ in general trade, modern retail, quick-delivery platforms, and the ITC Store.
Available in two convenient sizes, a 16 gm pack at Rs 5 and a 128 gm pack at Rs 60, these crispy delights are easy on the pocket but rich in flavour.
MUMBAI: After years of charting remarkable successes across the advertising world, Manas Lahiri returns to where it all began—Havas India.
In a move that echoes both nostalgia and forward momentum, Lahiri steps back into the fold as chief growth officer, poised to reignite the spark of innovation and propel the network to greater heights.
A seasoned leader with a knack for transformative growth, Lahiri’s homecoming marks the beginning of a new chapter for one of India’s fastest-growing communications networks.
Lahiri’s appointment marks his return to Havas India, where he previously served in multiple roles, including MD of Havas Creative India (formerly Havas Worldwide India), between 2018 and 2023. In his new role, Lahiri will collaborate closely with the executive leadership team and report to Havas India, SEA, and north Asia group CEO, Rana Barua.
Barua welcomed Lahiri’s return, emphasising the significance of his role in the network’s growth trajectory, “Manas’ return to Havas India comes at a crucial time as we continue our strong momentum as a proven integrated and future-facing network. With Havas India’s phenomenal transformation over the past few years, we needed a proven leader to scale our growth ambitions further. Manas’ strategic acumen, extensive industry experience, and deep understanding of our network’s values make him the ideal choice to take on this role.”
Prior to rejoining Havas India, Lahiri held the position of executive growth partner at VML India, where he played a pivotal role in expanding the agency’s presence and securing key accounts. His career spans over two decades across advertising, brand marketing, and business leadership, including roles at Ogilvy, McCann, and Contract India. Lahiri has worked with marquee brands such as Samsung, Amazon, Coca-Cola, and Reckitt, providing him with a holistic perspective on brand strategy and growth.
Sharing his enthusiasm, Lahiri said, “I am thrilled to rejoin Havas India at such an exciting juncture. Havas has always been close to my heart, and the network’s journey of transformation into a consolidated, client-centric ecosystem is truly inspiring. I look forward to contributing to this next phase of growth by driving meaningful partnerships, fostering innovation, and building on the strong foundation created by Rana and the team.”
An MBA graduate from Bangalore University, Lahiri began his career on the client side, working with brands like Motorola and Samsung in sales and marketing before transitioning to advertising. During his previous tenure at Havas Creative India, Lahiri played a critical role in reshaping the agency, driving business wins, and strengthening client relationships. His expertise lies in fostering growth strategies, building high-performing teams, and delivering integrated solutions that yield tangible results.
This appointment underscores Havas India’s commitment to strengthening its leadership team and fostering innovation across its integrated network.
MUMBAI: In India, the land of perpetual celebrations, festivals mean one thing – shopping!
But let’s admit it, nothing dims the festive spirit faster than spotting sky-high price tags and those pesky tax add-ons.
Enter every Indian’s favorite word: SALE!
This Christmas, Nexus Select Malls – which has outlets nationally – has unwrapped the ultimate shopping extravaganza with the Asli Happyness Wala Sale, led by Indian cinema charmer and brand ambassador Ayushmann Khurrana. It’s more than just discounts; it’s a carnival of offline shopping bliss, complete with Santa meet-and-greets and festive cheer that no app can match.
Ready to shop till you drop?
The 25-second digital film begins with Khurrana entering a mall with a friend and a disheartened child, emphasising that the asli happyness of Christmas is best experienced at Nexus Select Malls. As the film progresses, a white-gloved hand taps the child’s shoulder, and his face lights up upon seeing Santa. The film concludes on a lighthearted note as Khurrana humorously asks Santa whether his beard is real, underscoring the authenticity and fun of festive celebrations at Nexus Malls.
Speaking about the campaign, Nexus Select Malls chief marketing officer Nishank Joshi remarked, “At Nexus Select Malls, we believe happiness isn’t something you receive in a parcel. With the Asli Happyness Wala Sale, we invite our patrons to celebrate Christmas with unbeatable offers, magical in-mall experiences, and the joy of togetherness and festive vibes.”
Conceptualised by Ogilvy, the campaign positions Nexus Select Malls as the ultimate festive destination, offering discounts of up to 50 per cent on top brands alongside immersive in-mall experiences. Visitors can enjoy exclusive deals and the festive atmosphere, making Nexus Malls a perfect holiday shopping destination.
The film is now live across all social media channels of Nexus Select Malls, inviting families to revel in the spirit of Christmas with memorable experiences and irresistible offers.
Mumbai: Pidilite Industries Ltd., the makers of Fevicol, unveiled a new ad campaign for Roff – it’s tile and stone adhesive brand. The campaign underscores the critical role of using reliable and high-quality tile adhesives in homes to withstand unexpected shocks, breakages and maintain the durability of interiors.
Pidilite Industries chief business officer, construction chemicals Salil Dalal said, “We wanted to creatively convey the importance of using trusted and specialised products like Roff Tile and Stone Adhesives instead of traditional cement, for long-term, stress-free living. The TVC humourously emphasizes out how Roff Tile Adhesives are designed to provide homeowners with peace of mind. Pidilite’s Roff offers a wide range of innovative and easy-to-use solutions for tile and stone fixing”
Speaking on the campaign launch, Ogilvy, chief advisor Piyush Pandey said, “Roff continues to build on its humorous style of conveying that tiles stuck with Roff do not come off even if it faces high impact which can make tiles stuck with ordinary adhesives or cement fall off. This TVC, directed by Prasoon Pandey from Corcoise Films, has an engaging and entertaining style typical of Pidilite Advertising. I am sure the viewers will enjoy this communication, be persuaded to change the way tiles are fixed.”
With this campaign, Roff once again solidifies its commitment to empowering customers with tile fixing products that provide reliability and unmatched quality, ensuring their homes remain strong and beautiful for many years to come.
The campaign is live across all the platforms including television, digital, OTT and cinema.
Mumbai: As part of its mission to champion India’s oral health journey, Colgate-Palmolive (India) Ltd, has announced the launch of its transformative “Oral Health Movement”. This unique AI-enabled initiative aims to encourage Indians to prioritize their oral health, while leveraging technology to bridge the gap between the awareness and accessibility of Oral Healthcare in India.
Today, 90 per cent of Indians suffer from oral health issues and yet, 80 per cent of urban Indians don’t brush twice daily and a mere nine per cent visit a dentist in a year. A comprehensive pan-India study conducted by Colgate and Kantar in 2023 underscores why prioritizing Oral Health is the need of the hour.
This nationwide and multi-touchpoint campaign is centered around an AI enabled Dental Screening tool, which has been developed in partnership with Logy.AI, will encourage people to take charge of their oral health. With Just a few questions and three pictures of their mouth, users can get a free dental screening report instantly. Post this, users will get an option to schedule a free dentist consultation in their preferred location. To support this, Colgate has tied up with the Indian Dental Association (IDA) to leverage their 50,000 strong pan India dentist network.
The campaign showcases everyday Indians engaging in sophisticated conversation about dental health, demonstrating how Colgate’s “Oral Health Movement” and its instant AI-generated dental screening reports have empowered them with more knowledge about their own oral health. This approach highlights the accessibility and effectiveness of the initiative in making oral health information available to everyone.
Speaking on the Movement, Colgate-Palmolive (India) Ltd executive vice president, marketing Gunjit Jain said “While 90 per cent of Indians have an oral health issue, only nine per cent visit a dentist. Most people are not aware of the issue and realize it only when it deteriorates into a painful problem. At Colgate, we believe that it’s our responsibility to help elevate India’s oral health awareness and access. With the Oral Health Movement, we’re unlocking this by placing a free, whatsapp-based, AI-enabled, dental screening tool in the hands of millions of Indians. People can now take charge of their oral health by getting more knowledgeable and proactive. Our new campaign uses engaging content across an omni-channel and performance-driven media stack to encourage people to adopt this tool.”
The campaign goes live across television and digital platforms like Google, Facebook, Instagram and YouTube starting 15 Nov. In addition to the awareness leg, this campaign will also have a large-scale performance marketing mix leveraging tools like Google Performance Max, META CAPI, etc. along with partner tie-ups. There will also be on-ground activations in retail stores, housing societies, bus stations, corporate offices among other touchpoints nationwide along with influencer partnerships to maximize screenings. Through the Oral Health Movement, Colgate aims to reach over three million Indians, contributing to its mission of improving Oral Health awareness and practices across the country.
Speaking on the campaign, Ogilvy executive creative director Juneston Mathana said, “One truly becomes an expert at something when one has expert knowledge of it. Colgate’s free AI-enabled dental screening aims to democratize expert dental knowledge. Rightfully so, our films feature people flaunting that expertise while ironically failing to perform simple day-to-day tasks. The contrast in their vocabulary is something Hemant Bhandari, our director, has captured in the most engaging way.”
The first campaign film depicts a family scene where a father and his daughter casually discuss complex dental terms, showcasing their newfound expertise. The second film is set in an office, where two colleagues compliment each other’s dental features using expert terminology. Both scenarios aptly contrast the characters’ dental knowledge with their everyday struggles like hair-braiding and rangoli-making.
Both films conclude with Colgate encouraging viewers to participate in the movement. It prompts the audiences to scan the QR code across , upload images of their mouth and get a quick AI-enabled dental screening report on whatsapp.
Mumbai: The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) has launched the UPI safety awareness campaign ‘Main Moorkh Nahi Hoon’, aimed at educating citizens about the safe use of digital payment services and preventing scams. Conceptualised by Ogilvy, the campaign seeks to equip users with the skills to identify and counter common threats and scams in the digital space.
Although UPI is a secure platform, concerns over fraud have made some users wary of digital transactions. This initiative focuses on reinforcing UPI’s security features while offering practical advice on conducting safe transactions, encouraging individuals to take responsibility for their digital security.
Pankaj Tripathi, the campaign’s brand ambassador, stars in a series of six ad films that highlight prevalent scam tactics such as SMS phishing and deceptive online money schemes. The films, produced in 11 languages, are designed to reach a wide Indian audience, raising awareness across different regions and communities.
Two films in the series, Moongfaliwala and Paanwala, have already been released. These ads emphasise the need for vigilance and remind people not to let scammers exploit their kindness. The campaign aims to empower users to protect themselves from fraud and promote confidence in using UPI for secure transactions.
NPCI MD & CEO Dilip Asbe said, “As India moves towards a digital-first future, it is important to empower citizens to prevent digital frauds. We believe this Digital Public Good campaign, through impactful and relatable stories, will empower users and equip them with the knowledge and skills to identify and fight online scams. User awareness is important to build trust in digital payment services and promote financial inclusion.”
Ogilvy India chief advisor Piyush Pandey said, “This campaign recognises and salutes the common man with common sense. Enough common sense to protect himself/herself from being cheated by thieves and frauds. The common man becomes an influencer whose confidence is an inspiration, for everyone like you and me, to be smarter, and not be treated like a naive person, vulnerable to the cheats. Therefore, the line ‘Main Moorkh Nahi Hoon’.”
The 360-degree media campaign aims to increase user education and reduce online scams, thereby boosting confidence in digital payments.
Gurugram: 82.5 Communications, part of the Ogilvy group, has been appointed as the new creative partner for an upcoming campaign of JSW MG Motor India. 82.5 Communications will be responsible for enhancing visibility and customer engagement of JSW MG India’s upcoming product across digital, social, and traditional platforms.
The partnership with 82.5 Communications aligns with JSW MG Motor India’s vision to not only stay ahead of the curve in the automotive industry but also highlight the brand’s forward-thinking approach to mobility, technologies and connected car. With a strong focus on developing marketing initiatives that resonate with brand’s ethos and appeal to a diverse and dynamic audience, this collaboration is set to bring fresh, innovative ideas and compelling narratives to the marketing strategies of JSW MG India.
Commenting on the partnership, JSW MG Motor India head of marketing, Udit Malhotra said, “At JSW MG Motor India, we are constantly exploring innovative ways to engage with our customers and create memorable brand experiences. Our partnership with 82.5 Communications is an exciting step towards delivering impactful, creative and immersive solutions to our discerning customers. Their innovative approach, combined with deep understanding of automotive landscape, makes them the perfect partner to lead the mandate for our upcoming product campaign.”
82.5 Communications – India said CCO, Anuraag Khandelwal said, “I’m stoked to join forces with JSW MG, the legendary British motoring brand that’s been fueling adrenaline junkies since a 100 years! From the vintage 14/28 Super Sports car to the sleek 1967 Roadster, and now the electric MG ZS EV, MGs always pushed the pedal to the metal on innovation, radical style, and sheer driving pleasure. More of the same spirit is now seen in their hatchbacks, sedans, and SUVs.
At 82.5, we’re buckled up and raring to collaborate, innovate, and shift communication into high gear!”
82.5 Communications president, North & East, Chandana Agarwal said, “We are thrilled to have been awarded the mandate for the new campaign of JSW MG India. This partnership marks a significant milestone for us, as MG is an iconic brand. We look forward to partnering them as they grow in the country, creating impactful work that resonates with their legacy and drive future growth together. It is a testament to the team work at 82Point5, we as a team demonstrated hunger and an understanding of the category that got us the business in a competitive multi agency pitch.”
Mumbai: Nexus Select Malls has launched ‘Asli Happyness Wali Diwali’ campaign, starring brand ambassador Ayushmann Khurrana, that celebrates the joy of in-person Diwali experiences. It encourages customers to skip home deliveries and enjoy the full festive spirit at the mall.
The campaign features two festive DVCs starring Ayushmann Khurrana, capturing relatable and humorous moments of Diwali shopping and dining at the mall. In one film, Ayushmann collects Chhole Bhature after a day of shopping, emphasising the joy of enjoying fresh festive meals together. On the other, he cutely reacts with admiration as his partner tries on multiple Diwali outfits. Both films highlight the unique, enjoyable experiences that customers can find at Nexus Select Malls during the festive season.
“Our ‘Asli Happyness Wali Diwali’ campaign with Ayushmann Khurrana is designed to bring alive the unmatched joy of celebrating Diwali at our malls with loved ones by exploring the vibrant shopping and dining options, and creating lasting memories. Through reliving these fun and relatable stories, we hope to connect with our customers and encourage them to make Nexus Select Malls their go-to festive shopping destination.” said Nexus Select Malls CMO Nishank Joshi.
Khurrana said, “Diwali is all about celebrating happiness with your loved ones and with Nexus Select Malls’ ‘Asli Happyness Wali Diwali’ – you can enjoy the best of this festive season. From lip-smacking meals to shopping for your festive needs, Nexus Malls has got it all to make it the perfect family time this Diwali. For me, Diwali is all about family – so I hope you have a great time shopping with your family at Nexus Malls during their ‘Asli Happyness Wali Diwali’ campaign, just like I had shooting this!”
Conceptualised by Ogilvy, the campaign leverages Ayushmann’s charm and humor to convey the joy of celebrating Diwali at Nexus Select Malls.
