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  • Publicis India unveils Thank You TV campaign for Zee TV

    Publicis India unveils Thank You TV campaign for Zee TV

    Mumbai: In India, television still rules. Especially for viewers and the major broadcast networks. Pioneer Zee Entertainment found a way to express its gratitude to the medium by releasing a new TVC  titled Thank You TV  on World Television Day on 21 November. Created by Publicis India, a part of the Publicis Group, it celebrates television’s remarkable 65-year journey.

    As a source of entertainment, TV has been a constant companion, evolving alongside society, culture, and technology, and witnessing everything from historic moments and shifting family dynamics to significant societal progress. Through it all, television has remained a powerful medium that unites and connects people.

    The TVC tells a unique story from the perspective of a sofa, illustrating how TV not only brings joy and smiles to families but also offers a sense of fulfillment in itself. The ad highlights its  enduring importance in our lives and shows how storytelling, along with generational connections, has evolved—set to a catchy and memorable song.

    Publicis India managing director Oindrila Roy said: “With the Thank You TV campaign, we aim to celebrate television not only as a source of entertainment but as a medium that has profoundly shaped how families connect and share moments together. We are proud to collaborate with Zee TV to bring this heartfelt narrative to life. Through compelling storytelling and innovative ideas, we continue to support Zee TV in strengthening its bond with audiences, ensuring television remains a cherished and integral part of millions of lives.”

    “TV is still one of the best modes of entertainment for getting families and friends together. It makes us laugh, cry, think, and reflect,” added Publicis India national creative director Aman Mannan. “It even makes us jump in fear and joy. So, we wanted to pay our respects to this incredible box of wholesome entertainment with an out-of-box idea. Thank you, TV campaign is sofa’s ode to TV.”

    Zee Network CMO Kartik Mahadev highlighted:  “As 10 crore homes watch TV together every minute, we are reminded of its unparalleled ability to spark joy, ignite conversations, and shape the collective aspiration of a nation. On World TV Day, we wanted to celebrate this unique bond, and our partners at Publicis India brought it to life with a playful twist — seeing TV through the eyes of the sofa, the constant companion to countless shared moments. This idea beautifully captures TV’s role as the heart of togetherness in Indian homes. This film is a tribute to TV’s role as a timeless storyteller that evolves with us while keeping the spirit of togetherness alive.”

    As a television  monitor, Indiantelevision.com would like its impact only to grow!

     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     

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  • Godrej Capital launches ‘Hum Samajhte Hain Business’ campaign

    Godrej Capital launches ‘Hum Samajhte Hain Business’ campaign

    Mumbai: Godrej Capital, the financial services arm of the Godrej Industries Group, launched its new campaign ‘Hum Samajhte Hain Business’. In alignment with the group’s 127-year-old legacy of furthering nation-building and catering to the growing needs of India, the company offer loans tailored to the specific needs of business owners looking to grow and make progress in their business journey.

    As part of the campaign, the brand has released a new digital film conceptualised by Publicis India. The storyline uses a cinematic lens to capture the bittersweet emotional journey of a business owner transitioning from a small shop to a larger and more successful venture, revealing a moment of triumph and growth.

    With its loans for business, such as unsecured business loans, loan against property, and udyog loan against property, Godrej Capital reaffirms its offerings of tailor-made loan solutions for business owners who seek the flexibility of repayments and quick sanctions in their pursuit of business growth.

    Godrej Capital CMO Nalin Jain said, “’Hum Samajhte Hain Business’ reflects our deep understanding of building a business in India. We acknowledge both the emotional and practical aspects of the growth of a business, from navigating transitions to celebrating achievements. We are dedicated to providing business owners with flexibility and innovative products. Through customized loans for businesses from Godrej Capital, we empower entrepreneurs to exceed their own business expectations, providing the financial backing necessary for their success.”

    Publicis India MD Oindrila Roy added, “In recent years, Publicis India has created iconic work for BFSI brands, and winning this account reaffirms our expertise. We are thrilled to leverage our skills to craft comprehensive strategies that will fortify Godrej Capital’s brand narrative. With the ‘Hum Samajhte Hain Business’ campaign, we aim to establish Godrej Capital as an empathetic lender who understands the challenges faced by MSME business owners. This campaign taps into the insight that businesses often do not grow as planned, regardless of the circumstances, and emphasizes that Godrej Capital truly understands their needs.”

    The campaign will run across Google, Meta (Facebook & Instagram), YouTube, and Ad Networks, complemented by offline channels and several digital marketing routes. The film will be released in six languages—Marathi, Gujarati, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, and Kannada—ensuring wide accessibility in various regions and markets. The campaign aims to engage business owners, prospective borrowers, and industry representatives enhancing awareness and engagement across all serviceable locations.

    In addition to this, an outdoor campaign has also been strategically aligned to maximize Godrej Capital’s reach and visibility among customers and DSAs alike. The outdoor outreach will cover transit media and OOH in eight languages across 28 markets, including Pune, Bangalore, Delhi NCR, Ahmedabad, Surat, Indore, Chennai, Coimbatore, Hyderabad, Chandigarh, Jaipur, Nashik, Nagpur, Aurangabad, Rajkot, Baroda, Vapi, Salem, Vellore, Vijayawada, Vizag, Mangalore, Mysore, Ludhiana, Jalandhar, Jodhpur, Alwar, and Udaipur.

    With its focus on growth and flexibility for businesses, Godrej Capital is focusing on developing and providing financial access for MSMEs. The aim is to contribute towards the entrepreneurial development of the MSME sector in India, ultimately contributing to the economy’s growth and nation-building.

  • Publicis India names Aman Mannan and Shitu Patil as joint national creative directors

    Publicis India names Aman Mannan and Shitu Patil as joint national creative directors

    Mumbai: In a bid to strengthen its creative leadership, Publicis India, a part of Publicis Groupe India, has appointed Aman Mannan and Shitu Patil as joint national creative directors (NCDs). In their new roles, the duo will lead the creative vision for all brands at Publicis India, and report to managing director, Oindrila Roy.  

    Aman has nearly 25 years of experience across leading agencies such as Interface Communication, McCann Erickson, DDB Mudra Group, and Leo Burnett India. Under his creative leadership, these agencies earned widespread acclaim at prestigious events such as Cannes, The One Show, Clios, LIA, ABBYs, and Effies (India and APAC), among others. Additionally, he has served as a jury member at Goafest, Radio Mirchi Awards, and OOH Awards. Aman has worked with a range of brands such as P&G, Unilever, Coca-Cola, Mahindra and Mahindra, Godrej, Sony, Amazon, HDFC Bank, HDFC Life, among others. He has also co-authored the story and screenplay for the popular web show ‘Saas, Bahu aur Flamingo’, earning the nomination for Best Screenplay at the Filmfare OTT Awards.

    A dynamic creative leader with 23 years of advertising and branding experience, Shitu joined L&K Saatchi & Saatchi in 2022, starting her second stint with the Groupe. She has worked with leading agencies like Lowe Lintas, FCB and Publicis Ambience. She also successfully ran her own design agency, Plus One. Shitu’s accolades include D&AD, Effies, ABBYs, and Kyoorius awards, along with jury roles at D&AD and ABBYs. Her diverse brand portfolio features Lakme, Raymond, Cartier, Renault, and others.

    In the new roles as NCDs, Aman and Shitu will leverage their expertise to lead the agency’s creative vision across all offices in India.

    L&K Saatchi & Saatchi and Publicis India CEO Paritosh Srivastava said, “Publicis India has been on an amazing journey of resurgence in the past two years, with a focus on both growth and creative excellence yielding rich dividends. Our impressive portfolio of work and client roster rival that of any top agency in the country. The search for the perfect blend of creative talent and cultural fit was challenging, but in Aman and Shitu, we have found a team of rare creative talent that spans the entire spectrum of creativity. We are confident that these two wonderful people will inspire our teams and clients to new heights.”

    Publicis India MD Oindrila Roy added, “Aman and Shitu are a powerhouse of creativity and their experience in delivering award-winning work reaffirms this. We are confident that as NCDs, they will inspire our teams with new energies.  We are certain that their creative prowess and strategic acumen will contribute to the continued success and growth of Publicis India.”

    Shitu said, “My journey at the agency has been nothing short of exciting and full of learnings. I am thankful to Paritosh, Oindrila, and the entire team for their continued trust and support. I really believe we are as good as our people and my focus is going to be on uplifting and strengthening our teams further to create distinguished work and take both our clients and agency to greater glory. I am excited about this new journey and look forward to closely working with Paritosh, Oindrila and Aman.”

    Aman added, “I am looking forward to working closely with Paritosh, Oindrila, and the team to build on the great work they have already done. I hope to create state-of-the-art solutions, placing art firmly at the centre of our endeavours and infusing new-age work with age-old wisdom. I aim to integrate the best practices of cinema writing and thinking into our projects, contributing to the development of a unique voice for Publicis India.”

  • Publicis India helps HDFC MF boost investor confidence

    Publicis India helps HDFC MF boost investor confidence

    Mumbai: Publicis Worldwide India, part of Publicis Groupe India, has conceptualised an exciting ad film, ‘Seekh,’ for HDFC Mutual Fund. This film is an extension of the highly successful ‘Zindagi Ke Liye SIP’ campaign launched last year and highlights the ease of investing in mutual funds through a Systematic Investment Plan (SIP).

    The film aims to forge a strong emotional connection with first-time investors, emphasizing that investing in mutual funds through SIP is as simple and familiar as our daily lives, contrary to how consumers perceive it.

    The new film depicts a father imparting a valuable life lesson to his son. Through this narrative, the brand wants investors to know that success comes to those who start early and think long-term – a life truth that SIP mirrors.

    Speaking about the film, Publicis Worldwide India managing director Oindrila Roy said, “At Publicis Worldwide India, we help brands engage their audiences by leveraging powerful human insights. Zindagi Ke Liye SIP is a perfect example of a campaign that is based on a powerful cultural insight that unlocks category growth for mutual funds. Through a series of heart-warming and relatable stories, we want to showcase how SIP can make mutual fund investing rewarding.”  

    “We, as a society, believe that starting something early is very important and a prerequisite for success.  It’s a principle that’s equally true for SIP. This observation forms the premise of our second film for the campaign ‘Zindagi Ke Liye SIP’. The film tells a simple yet poignant story of vulnerability and honesty. The film is authentic and relatable. And like always we have tried to keep the narrative honest,” added Publicis Worldwide India executive creative directors at Srijan Shukla and Pratheeb Ravi.

    The campaign is crafted to resonate with diverse audiences across the country, highlighting similarities between life and a successful SIP investment. The film will be aired on TV and digital platforms, targeting a wide audience of young investors.

  • Publicis Worldwide India bags integrated creative mandate for Pramerica Life Insurance

    Publicis Worldwide India bags integrated creative mandate for Pramerica Life Insurance

    Mumbai: Publicis Worldwide India, part of Publicis Groupe India has bagged the integrated creative mandate for Pramerica Life Insurance.

    Commenting on the partnership, Publicis Worldwide India, managing director Oindrila Roy said, ” We are thrilled to be partnering with Pramerica Life Insurance. It is a highly respected brand with a strong commitment to providing innovative and customer centric life insurance solutions. We are confident that our deep understanding of the category coupled with our creative expertise will help Pramerica exceed its business goals in India.”

    As part of the mandate, Publicis Worldwide India has launched a heartfelt and inspiring two-part digital campaign, ‘This is my Climb’, for the brand. The campaign portrays tales of purpose, hope, and resilience, resonating with people at different stages of life. Through compelling short films, it delves deep into the emotional essence of human experiences, seamlessly blending the themes of purpose and resilience in people’s ‘This is my climb’ narratives.

    Pramerica Life Insurance chief marketing officer Amaresh Jena said, “This is my Climb is not just a campaign; it’s a manifestation of our brand’s aspirations and goes beyond storytelling, embodying Pramerica Life Insurance’s core goals. Our objective is to imbue each life we touch with a profound sense of security and empowerment, echoing our vision.  Aligned with our mission to be a trusted friend, guiding individuals to informed insurance choices, the campaign aims to provide support during life’s challenges and inspire enduring confidence”

    The first film depicts the family of defence personnel, showcasing the unwavering commitment and dedication of our men in uniform. It is also Pramerica Life’s tribute to the unsung heroes and underscores the insurer’s promise to stand by them and their families through life’s myriad challenges.

    The second film portrays the selfless journey of a father, who sets aside his goals and aspirations to nurture his child’s dreams through sheer willpower and sacrifice. Both films underscore Pramerica Life Insurance’s commitment to supporting individuals at every step of their climb.

    Publicis Worldwide India ECD’s Srijan Shukla and Pratheeb Ravi said, “The campaign is conceptualized around a simple truth that there are challenges and struggles in everyone’s life. But it is these climbs and struggles beyond which lie real success. These climbs might seem very ordinary but are in fact tough on the individuals who actually face them.  Pramerica Life wanted to be a partner in these extraordinary climbs of ordinary people. The films focus on the lives of ordinary people and celebrate the moment when they decide to take up the climb. We wanted to keep the stories honest and authentic so that the audience resonates with them,”

  • Axis Bank launches its digital bank proposition – ‘open by Axis Bank’

    Axis Bank launches its digital bank proposition – ‘open by Axis Bank’

    Mumbai: Axis Bank has joined forces with Publicis Worldwide India to unveil its largest-ever and fully integrated campaign, Sirf Aapke Liye, which not only supports the launch of its new mobile-banking app ‘open by Axis Bank’, but also aims to reposition the bank as a digital-first organization.

    The integrated campaign has been conceptualised by Publicis Worldwide India and will consist of five TV commercials and ten digital films, featuring a variety of stories for individuals from all walks of life. It will be rolled out across channels, including TV, print, OOH, and digital.

    This initiative seeks to revolutionize the digital banking landscape while upholding the bank’s core principles of ‘open’—a commitment to innovation, transparency, and customer-centricity.

    Publicis Worldwide India managing director Oindrila Roy said, “This campaign marks an important juncture in the journey of Axis Bank. The brand is making a pivot to being a digital-first bank and the campaign is designed to communicate the same. When entrusted with this campaign, the strategy was to help Axis Bank make this transition while remaining true to its DNA and the legacy that it has created over the years. The campaign positions ‘open by Axis Bank’ app as a liberator that seeks to free customers from the everyday banking inefficiencies and transform banking into an effortless and enjoyable experience.”

    The campaign transcends the realm of traditional banking and introduces a truly human experience in the digital-banking category.

    Axis Bank CMO Anoop Manohar said, “This is a significant milestone in Axis Bank’s journey. As we continue to grow and adapt to the digital future, our core value of being ‘Dil Se Open’ will remain our guiding light, ensuring our offerings are both cutting-edge and rooted in the trust and familiarity our customers have come to expect.”

    At the core of the campaign lies relatability. The films introduce the audiences to every day, relatable characters who find themselves in situations that are all too familiar – waiting in long queues, traveling great distances, and enduring tedious banking processes. However, as the stories unfold, it becomes evident that these individuals were not merely engaged in banking but pursuing their passions and joys. ‘open by Axis Bank’ emerges as an intuitive app that helps the consumer navigate the complex world of banking quite easily.

    “The communication focusses on positioning ‘open by Axis Bank’ as an app designed to live up to the bank’s promise of keeping the consumer at the centre of the banking experience. The communication embodies that and hence the title is ‘Sirf Aapke liye’. The campaign represents a significant step forward in the world of digital banking, making Axis Bank not just a financial institution but a partner in the pursuit of happiness and fulfilment,” added Publicis Worldwide India executive creative directors Srijan Shukla and Pratheeb Ravi.  

    The commercials are scheduled to air during the highly anticipated Men’s Cricket World Cup, among other channels. In addition to TV, it will also have a strong digital presence, with video and social media platforms amplifying the message. Additionally, in-branch and out-of-home (OOH) promotions will guarantee that the campaign reaches a large audience.

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  • Publicis Worldwide India onboards Oindrila Roy as managing director

    Publicis Worldwide India onboards Oindrila Roy as managing director

    Mumbai: Publicis Groupe has announced the appointment of Oindrila Roy as managing director at Publicis Worldwide, India. She will report to L&K Saatchi & Saatchi and Publicis Worldwide India CEO Paritosh Srivastava.

    A staunch proponent of using the power of data to arrive at communications solutions for business growth, Roy will work towards fostering rapid growth and benchmarking Publicis Worldwide as the agency of choice for brands and the industry, the agency said in a statement.

    Additionally, the appointment aims to dial up Publicis Worldwide India’s offerings and spectrum of expertise in the marketplace, with technology, experience, and data-fuelled creative solutions. Part of Publicis Groupe, Publicis Worldwide India works with clients such as Citibank, Zee, Heineken, Linen Club, Times Television Network, Enamor, HDFC Mutual Funds, and Kalpataru, among others.

    Over the past 20 years, Roy has held senior positions across organisations including JWT, Leo Burnett, Edelweiss, and Essence (Group M), where she worked across multiple industries such as BFSI, FMCG, beauty, e-commerce, ed-tech, and a whole host of direct-to-consumer brands.

    Paritosh Srivastava said, “Publicis Worldwide is the flagship agency network for the Groupe and India is a very critical market. Finding the right leader for PWW was quite a task. Oindrila is just the right person for the role for many reasons. She is that rare breed who has solid traditional brand management experience along with a keen sense of where the future lies.”

    He added, “Oindrila has a rich and varied exposure to creative agencies, media and data, which our wonderful brands and clients can benefit from. Having worked in the Groupe before, she is familiar with the philosophy of “Power of One” and the magic it can create for our client partners.”

  • Leo Burnett aims to be amongst top 5 agencies in the world by 2017

    Leo Burnett aims to be amongst top 5 agencies in the world by 2017

    MUMBAI: Starting the new year on a fresh note and an ambition to be amongst the top five creative agencies in the world by 2017, Leo Burnett is all set for the future.

    The agency will build brick by brick and guided by the 3 Ps- people, product and profit.

    The year 2014 saw a shocking development that of KV Sridhar aka Pops, erstwhile chief creative officer, India subcontinent, Leo Burnett, hanging his boots after 17 long years. However, with the hiring of ‘the +A types’ people, the agency want to reach for the stars. Leo Burnett hired Neha Contractor, Kaizad Pardiwalla, Prajato Guha Thakurta, Sachin Kamble, Harshad Hardikar, Antony Rajkumar, Oindrila Roy and Rakesh Hinduja in 2014 to get the right kind of people who are future ready.

    “A closer look at these leaders will also reveal that we are hiring a different breed of talent. Talent who can think beyond the 30 second TVC. We are really serious about winning with integration and these leadership changes will help us move rapidly in the new direction,” wrote Leo Burnett Group India CEO Saurabh Varma in an internal mail addressing the employees.

    Varma went on to write, “I request you all to focus on the 4 C’s as you look at levels in the organisation. The first C is Curiosity. We want to be child-like in the way we live our lives. We want you to leave your tables and explore the world around you. Nothing will give us more pleasure than people taking all their leave. Sacrifice is in, but the right kind. Hard work is appreciated but not if it comes in the way of us experiencing life. You have our commitment of continuing with this New Year break again, next year. Our hope is that next year we are even better organised to take this opportunity to slow down, relax and refresh. So please be curious in 2015.

    The next C is Champion. Great work stirs resistance. We need champions to help us sell great work. We need people who will not let the incredible idea just die. We all need more champions across the organisation who will challenge the work, shape the work and sell the work.

    The third C is Craftsman. Leo talked about that restless feeling that nothing you do is ever good enough. We want to live that spirit in our everyday life. We want to reach for the stars, everyday. No matter what you do in the Group, we want you to chase perfection. Average is out. Greatness is all that matters.

    Finally the fourth and the most important C: Citizens. We live in a world where an idea is shared and created by many. The spirit of knowing that we are all in it together is the fundamental to the organisation we are trying to build. Please populate the agency with people who embody these four traits. 2015, will also be a year where we will move forward and create a more performance driven organisation. We need to understand that growth is everyones job. Growth gives us freedom. Freedom to reward our people. Freedom to train our people. Freedom to create a better destiny for our people. We will reward people who drive growth. Every senior leader will have clear KPIs. Creative leaders will have to deliver on 7+ work. We will need to use our understanding of clients to create and sell them work they need rather than the work they want.”

    On the product front, Varma and Rajdeepak Das are excited about the momentum that has been created. Work on KBC, HE (man’s day), Kindle, Imagica and Anchor shows that the agency is moving steadily in the right direction. “With our marquee portfolio of brands, we hope to create incredible momentum in the next few months. Please use the specialisations at your disposal to create new work. Overall we need work which is true to ‘imaginative populism’. Work which is shared. Work which becomes part of peoples everyday lives. Work which our families are proud of. Work which delivers on the purpose of our brands. Please create content. Please create branded utility. Please use the power of technology to create platforms which are always-on. Please try different things. We urge you to take the risks. We will support risk and failures. We are ready for change,” he wrote to motivate all.

    Last year the group had won 37 clients and the agency wants to keep the momentum going in 2015. “We will not slow down. We will build on the incredible momentum we have created. We plan on both organic growth and new business wins. In 2015 we hope to pitch less and win a lot more. Prospecting will play a critical role in the way we approach our pitches. Please be ready for a lot of action,” he concluded his letter.