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  • Duroflex wakes up to a stress-free era with its new brand identity

    Duroflex wakes up to a stress-free era with its new brand identity

    MUMBAI: After six decades of helping India sleep better, Duroflex is now dreaming bigger. The homegrown sleep and comfort brand has rolled out a new identity and positioning ‘Designed to De-Stress’ reflecting a refreshing new chapter that’s all about easing the nation’s most common modern ailment: stress.

    In a country where work deadlines chase dinner tables and “rest” is often scheduled like a meeting, Duroflex’s new avatar puts stress relief at the centre of comfort. The rebrand marks the brand’s evolution from a maker of orthopaedic mattresses to a partner in managing the physical and emotional effects of daily stress.

    The repositioning stems from months of research, which found that stress is no longer a passing phase, it’s an everyday state. It manifests physically in fatigue, stiffness, and restlessness, robbing millions of Indians of deep restorative sleep. Duroflex aims to address this by moving beyond foam and fabric conversations to focus on how sleep itself can be a science-backed solution to stress.

    At the heart of this new era lies a refreshed logo and visual language, designed to feel light, fluid, and rejuvenating, a visual metaphor for the transition from tension to calm. The familiar red of Duroflex remains, but now with a brighter, more energetic tone that radiates optimism and vitality. Every curve and colour of the redesign echoes the brand’s promise: a stress-free, sensory reset.

    “For over six decades, Duroflex has led India’s sleep innovation story. This repositioning marks our next phase of consumer-first thinking,” said Duroflex Group CEO Sridhar Balakrishnan. “Stress has become the defining challenge of modern life. Our new identity is built around helping people restore balance through deep, restorative sleep. We’re no longer just a sleep-first company, we’re a comfort partner.”

    Echoing that sentiment, Duroflex chief marketing officer Ullas Vijay added, “The mattress category has long been obsessed with layers and materials, while consumers struggle with sleepless nights. ‘Designed to De-Stress’ gives them a reason to see Duroflex differently as a brand that works on what stress does to your body.”

    The ‘Designed to De-Stress’ campaign will roll out across digital, retail, and experiential touchpoints in the coming months. A new collection of stress-release sleep solutions from ergonomic mattresses to lifestyle-driven accessories will anchor the rebrand, available online at duroflexworld.com and at stores nationwide.

    By putting purpose before product, Duroflex is redefining what it means to rest. In a world wired with stress, the brand isn’t just promising better sleep, it’s inviting India to wake up refreshed, restored, and ready to take on the day.

     

     

  • Duroflex celebrates dads who juggle start-ups and strollers in new Father’s Day campaign

    Duroflex celebrates dads who juggle start-ups and strollers in new Father’s Day campaign

    MUMBAI: Start-up decks by day, bedtime stories by night – the nation’s dadpreneurs are finally getting the spotlight they never asked for but definitely deserve. This Father’s Day, Duroflex launched its integrated campaign titled ‘His Rest Matters’, honouring fathers who double up as founders. The campaign captures the fatigue and fortitude of men who swap investor meetings for mealtimes, pitch decks for playdates.

    Through a sequence of poignant visuals and authentic narratives, Duroflex explores the underacknowledged emotional labour and sleep deprivation of modern dads who shoulder the dreams of both their families and their ventures. The campaign features real-life dadpreneurs: Shreyans Jain (Studio Gaffy), Sumeet Guleria (NXT Meal), Aadesh Pirgal (N’uru Coffee), and Divyang Jain (Oneball) – each balancing two equally demanding worlds with grit and grace.

    Duroflex CMO Ullas Vijay said, “Every father shares the same story of wanting to give their all to their families and dreams but rarely getting the rest they need. At Duroflex, we have always believed that quality sleep is the foundation that allows people to show up fully for what matters most. As the country’s leading voice in sleep science, we aim to open conversations around sleep equity and emotional labour, especially for a generation of millennials who try to be caregivers to all – their young companies and their young children. This campaign is our way of saying: your rest matters too, because your family and your venture both need you at your best”.

    The campaign rolls out across digital and social platforms, adding yet another feather to Duroflex’s branding hat as it continues to pitch sleep as a necessity, not a luxury. With this tribute to dadpreneurs, Duroflex doesn’t just sell mattresses — it delivers a powerful cultural nudge.

     

  • Duroflex expands leadership team to strengthen the brand and business

    Duroflex expands leadership team to strengthen the brand and business

    Mumbai: Duroflex, leading brand in the sleep solutions category, is proud to announce the appointment of Ullas Vijay as chief marketing Officer and Sudhanshu Krishna as chief sales officer – Consumer Business. This move is part of Duroflex’s ongoing efforts to strengthen its market position. By building its leadership team, Duroflex aims to drive innovation, enhance customer engagement, and accelerate growth in the highly competitive sleep solutions market.

    Ullas Vijay, who joins as the CMO, will be taking the reins of Duroflex’s marketing. With over 16 years of experience managing brands across lifestyle, fashion, sports, and FMCG categories, Ullas has a proven record of accelerating market share and building strong brands. In his last role as Head Category & Communication at Bata India, he has excelled in identifying market gaps, leveraging consumer insights and ensuring product-brand alignment. His expertise in marketing and communications has led to successful campaigns, elevated customer experiences, and earned him several awards.

    Speaking about his appointment, Duroflex Pvt. Ltd CMO Ullas Vijay said, “I’m delighted to join Duroflex, a company renowned for its pioneering innovations in the sleep solutions industry for over six decades. I look forward to driving growth and strengthening our relationships with our customers. By focusing on innovation, and enhancing customer experience at every touchpoint, I hope to make Duroflex the most loved sleep solutions brand.”

    Sudhanshu Krishna, who joins Duroflex as the CSO, will be leading the sales function for the consumer business of the organization. Prior to Duroflex, Sudhanshu was with Eurreka Forbes as Vice President and CoE Head of Direct Sales. With over 18 years of experience, he has steered many prominent brands to success. Beyond his leadership in sales and business, Sudhanshu brings strategic thinking, analytical acumen and a talent for driving organizational change. His unique leadership style presents an opportunity for optimizing resources, refining sales processes and enhancing overall company performance.

    Commenting on this new role, Krishna said, “I’m delighted to join Duroflex, a brand which is committed to quality and innovation in the sleep solutions industry and has earned immense trust from its consumers. With Duroflex, I hope to set a standard for excellence in the industry through superior solutions. I look forward to building strong relationships with our channel partners and continuously improving our skills to deliver exceptional results and drive profitable business growth.”

    Speaking on both the leadership appointment, Duroflex group CEO Sridhar Balakrishnan said, “We are glad to welcome Ullas Vijay and Sudhanshu Krishna to the company’s leadership team. Their combined experience will be instrumental in further driving the growth and success of the organisation. We are excited to onboard these leaders who will steer Duroflex to become the top sleep solutions provider in India by enhancing our market position and value to the consumers as well as stakeholders.”

  • Hush Puppies unveils a larger-than-life installation of its iconic mascot

    Hush Puppies unveils a larger-than-life installation of its iconic mascot

    Mumbai: To commemorate the timeless elegance and comfort of Hush Puppies on its 65th birthday, Bata India organised a unique month-long celebration across all touchpoints to spread the message of living life on a brighter side. The celebrations commenced with a restorative yoga session with puppies, special discount offers at HP stores and bata.com, and were culminated by the unveiling of a larger-than-life installation of the brand’s iconic mascot – the Hush Puppies Basset Hound.

    A gigantic Basset Hound-themed van circled the streets of Gurugram capturing eye-balls, leaving a trail of smiles and wonder. Its vibrant and playful design drew the attention of both young and old, sparking conversations and igniting curiosity. As captured in the film, the excited faces of the passersby were a reminder that a touch of creativity and whimsy can bring unexpected delight in the midst of daily life. To share this moment with cherished consumers, the van visited the homes of select consumers distributing smiles, cakes & special offers.

    Speaking on the campaign Bata India head of category and communications Ullas Vijay said, “The initiatives for Hush Puppies’ 65th Birthday go beyond just brand activations. The brand’s mission is to inspire individuals to live life on the bright side and we, at Bata India, wanted to celebrate in a way that reflects the brand values of Hush Puppies: ‘Be True, Be Comfy, Be Bright, Be Bold.’ We commend Hush Puppies’ 65-year legacy of impeccable craftsmanship and innovative design. Here’s to more style, comfort, and positivity!”

    Speaking on the occasion, Xperia Group managing partner and CEO Saibal Gupta said, “Having carved a distinct niche for itself on key parameters such as comfort and style, brand Hush Puppies from Bata has been enjoying a huge recall and love from its customers for several decades. Hence our campaign was aimed to create a larger-than-life installation of the brand’s iconic mascot – the Hush Puppies Basset Hound which we took on the streets of Gurugram to capture and touch the emotions of people with smiles, remembering their association with the brand. Indeed, it has evoked massive eye-balls and has resonated with the sentiments of all Hush Puppies lovers.”

  • Bata India transforms bandstand into a fashion runway for #BataRampWalk

    Bata India transforms bandstand into a fashion runway for #BataRampWalk

    Mumbai: As India gets ready for the festivities, Mumbai’s iconic Band Stand came alive with style and confidence when Bata India concluded its celebrated #BataRampWalkChallenge with a one-of-a-kind display of its latest City Casual Collection through a flash ramp walk. The unique runway was a stylish representation of Bata’s latest campaign, “Every Walk is a Rampwalk” featuring their latest City Casuals Collection that’s inspired by on-trend global designs and offers premium footwear styles extending the message – ‘Everyone can be stylish’.

    Speaking on the occasion Bata India head category and communications Ullas Vijay said, “Bata’s campaign ‘Make every walk a ramp walk’ is rooted in the insight that anyone can feel like a celebrity, all they need is self-confidence and a stylish pair of shoes. The culmination of the campaign with a flash ramp walk at the iconic Band Stand in Mumbai, the city of style, is an embodiment of the campaign’s ideology of celebrating style and the transformative power of Bata’s latest range of stylish footwear. By turning ordinary streets into a runway, we want to encourage individuals from all walks of life to express their unique style and exude confidence with every step”

    The festive season is a stylish occasion to dress up and transform every walk into a runway-worthy stride and Bata aims to be people’s trusted partner to be style-ready to ace all occasions. The high-on-style, City casual collection features on-trend footwear such as block heels in colours like powder blue & soft pink from Red Label, comfortable everyday shoes from Comfit in pastel hues, classic limited-edition white sneakers from North Star, trendy loafers from Red Label and much more. All this while staying true to the brand’s core commitment to exceptional comfort, Bata’s City Casual Collection is designed to empower everyone to make a style statement wherever they go.