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  • Flipkart bags a trip as Marriott Bonvoy turns carts into passports

    Flipkart bags a trip as Marriott Bonvoy turns carts into passports

    MUMBAI: Who knew a pair of “Bali earrings” could land you in Bali? Or that “Korean skincare” could be your boarding pass to Seoul? Flipkart and Marriott Bonvoy have pulled off India’s first dual loyalty integration, proving that sometimes your cart really can take you places.

    The campaign, cheekily titled “Your Cart Takes You Places” by 22Feet Tribal Worldwide, hijacks Flipkart’s own search bar. The agency crunched through 300-plus keywords and cherry-picked the top 10 that doubled up as travel destinations. For two weeks, when users typed in searches like “Bali” or “Korean skincare,” the dropdown offered not just products but also Marriott Bonvoy stays in Bali or South Korea.

    It’s a neat twist on loyalty turning points and purchases into serendipitous upgrades. And the films that accompany the campaign pile on the humour, showing shoppers obliviously browsing their way closer to dream getaways.

    “Our partnership with Flipkart is a first-of-its-kind move that connects two different worlds everyday shopping and global travel through a shared loyalty currency,” said a Marriott International spokesperson. “We’re making rewards interchangeable and aspirational while still being local and accessible.”

    A Flipkart Travel spokesperson agreed, “This partnership bridges shopping and travel. Integrating Marriott Bonvoy into Flipkart search makes discovery delightful, and connecting Flipkart Supercoins with Marriott Bonvoy creates a more meaningful rewards ecosystem.”

    The creative spark came from simple human envy, according to 22Feet Tribal Worldwide national creative head Vishnu Srivatsav, “A unique partnership needed a unique experience. We didn’t just treat it as advertising but built on the experience itself. It drew from search habits on Flipkart, and when we told the story, we leaned on envy.”

    The campaign didn’t stop at Flipkart’s app. It spilled over to X (formerly Twitter) with chatter around “happy accidents,” rolled out influencer collaborations on social media, and nudged users to link accounts for a seamless shop-to-stay journey.

    At its heart, the campaign makes one point clear: every click on Flipkart could be a step closer to a Marriott Bonvoy check-in. Suddenly, loyalty feels less like points and more like postcards.

  • AI to the rescue: Flipkart gives bachelor pads a big billion makeover

    AI to the rescue: Flipkart gives bachelor pads a big billion makeover

    MUMBAI: From bro-caves to glow-caves, bachelors are getting a festive glow-up. Flipkart is taking the guesswork out of home upgrades with its cheeky new ‘Bachelor upgrade yojana,’ launched ahead of its mega big billion days sale starting 23 September.

    Conceptualised by 22feet Tribal Worldwide, the campaign taps into AI to help bachelors, notorious for putting off home improvement, spruce up their spaces without lifting more than a finger. All it takes is a quick picture on Whatsapp: the AI-powered bot scans the room and serves up stylish, functional product recommendations, each linked directly to special big billion days offers.

    The idea is rooted in a simple truth: bachelors don’t skip upgrades because they don’t care, but because it feels like too much effort. This bot does the heavy lifting, from curtains to cookware, making a bachelor pad look Diwali-ready in a few clicks.

    The campaign’s film plays up the humour of bachelor life, poking fun at mismatched furniture and makeshift décor while showing how Flipkart swoops in to save the day.

    Flipkart, VP and head of growth & marketing, Pratik Shetty said: “With ‘Yahan kuch bhi ho sakta hai’ as our key theme for this year’s big billion days, we wanted ideas that spark unexpected wonder. The bachelor upgrade yojana does exactly that, turning one of the most change-averse groups into eager home improvers with irresistible deals.”

    22feet Tribal Worldwide, national creative director, Vishnu Srivatsav added: “Big billion days is for everyone, but bachelors probably need it most. With a little AI magic, we spoke to them directly, drawing from hostel and PG stories that everyone can relate to.”

    By mixing AI smarts with festive deals, Flipkart has turned a seasonal sale into a cultural talking point and made bachelor pads the unlikely stars of the big billion days buzz.

  • Flipkart’s ‘Blame it on Flipkart’ campaign saves last-minute planners

    Flipkart’s ‘Blame it on Flipkart’ campaign saves last-minute planners

    Mumbai: As Valentine’s Day panic sets in, Flipkart comes to the rescue with a playful digital campaign called ‘Blame it on Flipkart.’ Conceptualised by 22feet Tribal Worldwide, the campaign playfully targets procrastinators and forgetful romantics who wait until the last minute to buy the perfect gift for their partners. Stepping in as the perfect wingman, Flipkart ensures a stress-free, love-filled celebration for its customers.

    While Valentine’s Day is a special occasion, many of us tend to overthink or miss out on gift-giving until the very last minute. This often leads to frantic online searches and last-minute orders, leading to anxiousness about potential delivery delays that might impact our romantic relationships. That’s where Flipkart steps in, wearing the cape and saving the day by acting as a saviour for forgetful lovers.

    Sharing his thoughts on the campaign, Flipkart Sr director, brand marketing Pratik Shetty said, “At Flipkart, we understand that panic of forgetting a special day and the last-minute hustle to make it right. Therefore, on Valentine’s Day, as searches for last minute gifts surged, we were happy to partner with 22feet Tribal Worldwide to come up with a creative solution that helped our customers get their partner’s gift of choice, while Flipkart took the blame for their last-minute order. The one-day delivery feature was the cherry on the cake.”

    22feet Tribal Worldwide creative head Vishnu Srivatsav said, “We wanted a human take on Valentine’s Day that wasn’t about life but about the little things that happen in love. Like forgetting to buy a gift. In an otherwise crowded day, we needed to stand out and yet be relevant to the brand and its benefits. Fortunately, we hit upon an idea to both help people and entertain them.”

  • 22feet Tribal Worldwide appoints Diya Sarker & Ishan Mehta as ECDs

    22feet Tribal Worldwide appoints Diya Sarker & Ishan Mehta as ECDs

    Mumbai: In a bid to strengthen its creative core, 22feet Tribal Worldwide has appointed Diya Sarker and Ishan Mehta as executive creative directors (ECDs) of art & content.

    Sarker will use her experience in design and technology to help clients stand out on digital platforms. Ishan will marry consumer insights with technology to generate disruptive and memorable ideas. They will report to 22feet Tribal Worldwide national creative director (NCD) Vishnu Srivatsav.

    Prior to this appointment, Sarker was deputy general manager of brand design at Godrej Consumer Products. She has over 14 years of experience in design and creative direction across sectors like consumer products, fashion, publishing, real estate, retail, automotive, aviation, gaming, and the arts. Sarker also co-founded ‘The Blackout Festival,’ an annual experimental arts festival that attracts artists, scientists, and scholars from various fields around the world.

    Mehta brings with him over 13 years of experience in advertising agencies such as Saatchi & Saatchi, Ogilvy One, and Grey Worldwide. He co-founded Meter Down, a company that made rickshaw advertising mainstream. For this, Ishan won the Economic Times Power of Ideas award from IIM Ahmedabad. He was also recognised as a ‘disruptive mind’ on Agency Reporter’s 40 Under 40 list.

    Speaking on the new appointments, Vishnu Srivatsav said, “The attempt at 22feet is to build a creative company rather than an agency. Which is why it’s so important that we have leaders from varied and diverse backgrounds who complement each other’s skills. Ishan is vastly experienced and has done some great work across many organisations, as well as running a start-up. And Sarker has an eclectic background ranging from advertising to brand design and visual art. So, with them on board, I’m sure our work will get even more unique perspectives and freshness.”

    Commenting on her new role, Diya Sarker said, “22feet has always been at the forefront of digital-forward ideas. I am looking forward to leading this talented team and pushing the envelope when it comes to design and technology.”

    Ishan Mehta added, “I am excited to combine technology, insights, and craft to build on 22feet’s legacy. Given the talent and the diverse roster of clients, the next few years will be an amazing time at the agency.”

  • Porter launches its first brand campaign, ‘Delivery Hai? Ho Jayega’

    Porter launches its first brand campaign, ‘Delivery Hai? Ho Jayega’

    Mumbai: Porter has introduced its first brand campaign, “Delivery Hai? Ho Jayega,” which addresses issues with item shipping and guarantees its top-notch service for the convenience of customers.

    The “Delivery Hai? Ho Jayega” campaign is focused on Porter’s dedication to reliability, superior products, and a wide range of services.

    Conceptualised and created by 22feet tribal worldwide and produced by Equinox production, the campaign will be promoted across digital and social platforms, as well as through OOH and truck/auto advertising, as well as some future print media promotion.

    The campaign highlights consumers’ heartfelt experiences using Porter’s service to send anything, anywhere, at any time with just two words of assurance: #HoJayega. It is intended for people in the 25 to 60 age range, SMEs, microbusinesses, and owners or key decision-makers of logistics needs.

    Porter will also run a campaign extension titled “Heroes of Ho Jayega,” which will highlight notable driver-partners for their tremendous support and professionalism.

    The digital film illustrates a typical delivery scenario with traditional consumer groups. The film emphasises that whether it’s a single spoon or a whole set of utensils, a teddy bear on a scooter, or the scooter itself, buying anything without hesitation comes with Porter’s service.

    With this development, Porter hopes to draw attention to its sizable fleet of vehicles, which includes two-wheelers and light commercial vehicles (LCVs), establish the brand as an integrated delivery solution, and position itself as a one-stop delivery shop for its clients.

    Porter  co-founder & CEO Pranav Goel said, “It has been eight years since we started our journey to ensure seamless delivery for our consumers. Starting off with just trucks, we have expanded our mode of delivery with tempos, two-wheelers, and EVs. Our promise to all our consumers is simple: with Porter, you can deliver anything, anywhere, anytime. Porter hai, ho jayega!” 

    22feet Tribal Worldwide national creative director Vishnu Srivatsav added, “We wanted to show Porter’s capabilities, its ubiquity, and its range. We were sure that this film should be unique, entertaining, and fun-filled rather than a typical product film. Hence, we thought of creating this film as an entertaining one with an embedded brand promise. Ho Jayega is a simple yet powerful promise that very much lives in culture, and more than anything else, this as an expression best captured Porter’s intent.”

    Porter has served more than 80 lakh customers by offering them simple delivery solutions and a guaranteed affordable, secure, and hassle-free service. Entrepreneurs and individuals dealing with heavy items such as mattresses as well as delicate items such as ceramic and glass products can rely on Porter’s service to deliver the consignment.

  • 22feet Tribal Worldwide onboards Vishnu Srivatsav as national creative director

    22feet Tribal Worldwide onboards Vishnu Srivatsav as national creative director

    MUMBAI: 22feet Tribal Worldwide has announced the appointment of Vishnu Srivatsav as national creative director. Prior to this, he was the creative head of DDB Mudra’s South office. Srivatsav will take over from Debashish Ghosh, the former NCD at 22feet Tribal Worldwide, and will continue to report to DDB Mudra Group chief creative officer Rahul Mathew.

    Since his appointment at DDB Mudra in 2015, Srivatsav has led some of the Group’s award-winning campaigns. Under his leadership, DDB Mudra’s South office produced work such as Puma’s Suede Gully and Battlegrounds Mobile India’s Game Responsibly. These campaigns earned recognition at Cannes Lions 2018 and a Grand Prix at Spikes Asia 2022.

    Speaking on Srivatsav’s role elevation, Rahul Mathew said, “Vishnu has been a great partner to the organisation in our pursuit of creative excellence. He recently led our South office to one of our best years creatively. I look forward to him taking this momentum and his infectious energy into the exciting opportunity at 22feet.”

    22feet Tribal Worldwide president Preetham Venkky added, “Vishnu has always been a huge source of inspiration for the creative team at 22feet. His grasp on culture, specifically internet culture, is arguably the best in the country and established through his work over the years. We are super excited to have him come aboard, to inspire, shape and establish the culture of excellent creative work for our clients.”

    In his new role, Srivatsav said, “It’s been a terrific journey with the DDB Mudra group so far. And to lead an awesome team of creatives and being part of one of the most exciting names in digital – 22feet Tribal Worldwide – is nothing short of a privilege. Can’t wait to get started.”

    In a career span of over 20 years, Srivatsav has won over 150 accolades including consecutive Cannes Gold Lions, two Cannes Bronze, an Adfest Gold Lotus, D&AD Inbooks, One Show Merits, and a D&AD Pencil for Writing in Press Advertising. With Srivatsav at the helm, the agency aims to marry brand-first thinking with digital-first solutions.

  • DDB Mudra south and east appoints Vijay Joseph as senior creative director

    DDB Mudra south and east appoints Vijay Joseph as senior creative director

    MUMBAI: A creative intellect with more than a decade of experience, Vijay Joseph has joined DDB Mudra south and east as a senior creative director. Based out of the agency’s Bengaluru office, Joseph would be reporting to DDB Mudra south and east creative head Vishnu Srivatsav.

     

    Joseph said, “I’m excited to join DDB Mudra south and east at a time when a new creative leadership is taking over. It gives me the chance to be a part of creative evolution that’s taking shape, than to merely join the ranks in a system that’s already in place.”

     

    Before joining DDB Mudra, he was associated with agencies such as JWT India, Ogilvy and Mather and Disha Advertising amongst others.

     

    Srivatsav added, “Vijay has an awesome combination of great craft, lateral thinking and brilliant attitude. I welcome him on board and I’m certain his vast experience and dynamism will add another dimension to DDB Mudra south’s creative leadership.” 

     

    During his earlier stints, Joseph has worked across various categories with a clientele base including brands like Nike, Van Heusen, Black Dog Scotch Whisky, Prestige Builders, IBM, Indus Pride, Scullers, Indigo Nation and TVS Mopeds.

  • Grey creates new Reliance Communications TVC

    MUMBAI: Reliance Communications has launched a new television commercial titled ‘All Share Postpaid Plan‘.

    The TVC has been conceptualised and created by Grey India.

    This is the first time that the campaign is introducing brand ambassador Anushka Sharma‘s family in the commercial. Earlier the ads focused on Sharma and Ranvijay.

    Grey India NCD Malvika Mehra said, “There is a new energy in this film because for the first time we are introducing Anushka‘s family. The chemistry between all the characters on the set was so natural and effortless, one would think they are actually related. There is also an interesting take on the music. We purposely did a ‘filmi‘ and dramatic track in sync with the ‘joke‘ they all are playing on the poor brother. All in all we think the film showcases the plan in an entertaining manner‘

    “This was a great product and it gave us a chance to portray Anushka in a completely different context. Yet we wanted to keep Anushka in the sane mischievous, slightly wicked zone, so I suppose the brother had to bear the brunt of her prank. And we were also fortunate that we had stalwarts like Kitu Gidwani and Jayanth Kriplani to play her parents. It was great to catch the tremendous energy and chemistry on set. This is the first film in this series and we‘re sure, as the Family set piece develops it will be very popular” Grey ECD Vishnu Srivatsav added.

    Produced by Rising Sun, the film has been directed by Shoojit Sircar.

    According to Reliance Communication Sanjay Behl group head – brand and marketing said, “”All Share Postpaid Plan” is the first of its kind offering in the country to provide compelling new experience to subscribers using multiple smart communication devices with the exclusive facility to share Voice, Data and Text on a single bill giving them affordability along with great convenience. We are confident that our customers will enjoy sharing of Talktime, Data and Text among their members on this plan that will help them save on their bill every month through our innovation of ‘One Bill‘ concept for the entire family or group.”

    In the television commercial, Sharma‘s teenage brother, a vulnerable-looking boy, storms into the room where she is watching TV with the parents (played by Jayant Kriplani and Kitu Gidwani) with a Reliance phone bill in hand, looking a little miffed. He puts the bill down on the table and demands an explanation for why his name does not feature on the bill for a plan that is supposed to be shared by a family. Sharma sees this as an opportunity to play a prank on her unsuspecting brother. She tells him that it‘s because he‘s not a part of the family. She says “tu maa ko mandir ki sidhiyon pe mila tha”. The boy stands there looking devastated. It‘s only when Sharma and parents burst into laughter that the boy knows it was a joke. When the boy begins to leave the room in disgust, Sharma smothers him with sorries and lovingly pulls him on the couch laughing and saying “tujhe bhi adopt kar lenge plan main”. The boy drops his grudge and finally looks happy to know that he‘s in the family and will soon be on a plan that allows sharing of talk, text and data with the family. Which, the commercial reiterates, is simply better.

  • Grey’s creative team sees changes

    MUMBAI: Grey India has brought in a series of changes in its creative leadership team.

    Vishnu Srivatsav will move to Mumbai and serve as executive creative director and creative head of Batey India, which is Grey’s second agency in India. The agency has also appointed Ram Jayaraman as group creative director and creative head, south.

    Jayaraman moves in from JWT, Mumbai where he was AVP and senior creative director (copy). He will lead the creative responsibilities for Grey South (Bangalore and Chennai) together with Sham Ramachandran who is executive creative director and creative head, south.

    Ram has over 11 years work experience in advertising. In his previous role, he was the creative head for the India business on Radiant (RIN), Smirnoff, Amit Enterprises and Ahuja Constructions. He led Radiant to 5/5 in the agency review, a never-before achievement in the Unilever portfolio. Ram has also worked on some very popular brands and campaigns for Times Of India, Set MAX, Godrej, Kingfisher, Pepsi Co, Nestle, GSK (Horlicks & Boost), ESPN Star Sports, Ford, Pizza Hut, KFC, Hero Honda, Ford, Reebok, Unitech.He’s a Cannes 2005 finalist and Ranked 667 in Campaign Brief Asia’s “Top 1011 Creatives in Asia. His work has been published in Lurzer’s Archive 2008. He’s won a bronze at Goafest ’09 for craft in copy for a long copy ad written for TOI (on 26/11 attacks). Apart from advertising, he is passionate about books, poetry writing, Sachin Tendulkar, Royal Enfield, long-distance running, beer and heavy metal. He is a post graduate in Advertising & Public Relations, IMC.

    Before his appointment, Ramachandran and Srivatsav together had spearheaded the creative duties for Southern region. Grey India has done work from its South market for clients like Britannia, Bharti AXA, UB Wines, ITC etc. Vishnu, after building the creative force in South, has now moved to Bombay as executive creative director and creative head, Batey (a Grey group company).His responsibility is to build a formidable creative structure for Batey in Mumbai.