Tag: women empowerment India

  • Foxtale launches ‘No Fox Given’ comedy night to tackle stereotypes with punchlines, not platitudes

    Foxtale launches ‘No Fox Given’ comedy night to tackle stereotypes with punchlines, not platitudes

    MUMBAI: When skincare meets stand-up, you know someone’s rewriting the script—and Foxtale just did. The homegrown beauty brand has taken its boldest leap yet with No Fox Given, a no-holds-barred comedy experience aimed at Indian women, launching 27 June 2025 at Balgandharva Rang Mandir in Bandra, Mumbai.

    This isn’t a product plug in disguise. No Fox Given blends biting humour, candid conversation and unapologetic storytelling to call out the everyday judgments women face—from what they wear to how loudly they laugh. Foxtale is turning that noise into laughter and, in the process, building a stage that doubles as a megaphone.

    Taking the mic for the debut show are two names that need no introduction on the Indian comedy circuit. Swati Sachdeva, known for her brutally honest humour and viral reels, joins Shashi Dhiman, whose razor wit spotlights the many contradictions of womanhood in India. Together, they promise a night packed with truth bombs and belly laughs.

    “When women experience No Fox Given, I want them to shed the weight of expectations, judgment, and pressure that often come with simply existing as a woman”, said Foxtale founder & CEO Romita Mazumdar. “This isn’t just an event — it’s a statement. A cultural platform that reflects our brand’s purpose: to champion real voices and spark real conversations. Our hope is for No Fox Given to evolve into a cultural touchstone that continues to grow, year after year”.

    With tickets starting at Rs 499 on District, the show is targeted at Gen Z and millennial audiences who prefer unfiltered storytelling to picture-perfect campaigns. In a world where digital ‘likes’ don’t always translate to real connection, Foxtale is betting on the ancient power of laughter—live and unedited.

    “Building a brand today means showing up with purpose, not just products. No Fox Given is our response to the cultural and emotional realities our audience navigates every day. Comedy, when rooted in truth, becomes a powerful connector. This initiative turns consumer insight into a scalable cultural platform — one that celebrates identity, encourages self-expression, and moves the conversation forward”, said Foxtale CSO Anindita Biswas.

    The event marks Foxtale’s evolution from a skincare brand into a culture-shaping platform. In an industry obsessed with appearances, No Fox Given offers something radical: a space where realness is the only beauty standard.

    Tickets are live.

    The mic is on.

    Judgement’s off.

  • KKR tees off eighth Knight Golf with #ShahoshiRani tribute to India’s bravest women

    KKR tees off eighth Knight Golf with #ShahoshiRani tribute to India’s bravest women

    MUMBAI: The Kolkata Knight Riders aren’t just swinging for boundaries anymore-they’re swinging for social impact. The defending Tata IPL champions launched the #ShahoshiRani initiative at The Royal Calcutta Golf Club (RCGC), blending cricket, courage and community in the eighth edition of their Knight Golf event.

    #ShahoshiRani, or ‘Brave Queen’, salutes Indian women who have faced adversity with unmatched grit. The initiative celebrated real-life heroines whose stories echo KKR’s own battle cry: “Korbo, Lorbo, Jeetbo”.

    The programme features three pillars: Play It Forward, Skill Up For Equality, and the Vidushee Programme. These cover upskilling women in tailoring and beauty services, running sports and mental wellness programmes for girls in rural areas and rehabilitation homes, and training tribal women as educators in remote regions.

    “The #ShahoshiRani initiative exemplifies KKR’s values beyond cricket. By celebrating these remarkable women alongside Knight Golf, we’re reinforcing our commitment to meaningful social change,” said KKR CEO Venky Mysore.

    CMO Binda Dey added, “This initiative embodies the strength, hope, and resilience we witness in women daily. Through #ShahoshiRani and events like Knight Golf, we leverage sports and storytelling to generate meaningful community impact.”

    Mullen Lintas CCO Ram Cobain explained the campaign’s genesis, “When we heard the inspiring stories of these young girls and women, their bravery and never-give-up attitude stood out. If KKR’s men are ‘Knights’ in the game, these girls and women are the true ‘Queens’ in real life.”

    Corporate support came from principal donor Sugam Homes, associate partner Hedonne, and apparel partner Athletic Drive. All proceeds from Knight Golf will go to the Meer Foundation and allied efforts aimed at uplifting women facing hardship.

    With cricket in one hand and compassion in the other, KKR served a timely reminder that heroes don’t just wear jerseys—some wear courage like a crown.