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  • Anupama Ramaswamy, Ashish Chakravarty and Rajdeepak Das

    Jury Chairs appointed for Abby 2024

    Anupama Ramaswamy, Chief Creative Officer, Havas Worldwide India, Ashish Chakravarty, Executive Director, and India Head of Creative, for McCann Worldgroup and Rajdeepak Das, Chief Creative Officer Publicis Groupe, South Asia and Chairman, Leo Burnett, South Asia, join as Jury Chair for Still Digital category, Audio category, and Film (below 1 minute) category respectively, at The Abby Awards 2024 powered by One Show.

    Said Ajay Kakar, Chairperson, Awards Governing Council, Abby Awards 2024: “I have always believed that an award is as good as its jury. This year too, the Abby Awards powered by One Show have a stellar line up of both domestic and international luminaries as Jury Chairs, across 23 categories. Over the last two years the number of women jurors have been significant, and this year, with over one-thirds being women masters of their craft. To win recognition from such respected Jury Chairs is a matter of immense pride for the AdClub, the participating agencies and brands.”

  • He will report to Chief Creative Officer Anupama Ramaswamy

    Havas gets Debanjan Basak as Group Creative Director

    By Our Staff

     

    Debanjan Basak
    Debanjan Basak

    Havas Worldwide India, the creative arm of Havas Group India, has further strengthened its creative team with the appointment of Debanjan Basak as Group Creative Director.

     

    Havas Worldwide India has been on a creative transformation journey in recent years, with notable additions to the team’s creative steam. Basak’s appointment follows the appointment of Anupama Ramaswamy as Chief Creative Officer last year followed by Jaibeer Ahmad as Managing Partner – North. Basak will report to Ramaswamy and will oversee the expansion of the agency’s digital and social portfolio. He’ll be based in Gurugram.

     

    Bobby Pawar
    Bobby Pawar

    Speaking about the appointment, Bobby Pawar, Chairman & Chief Creative Officer, Havas Group India said: “For the last four years, Rana [Barua] and I have gone about shaping Havas Worldwide India into a brand-led, digital-first creative solutions company. This has helped us grow the agency multi-fold. The creative output, too, has gotten steadily better. Anupama is here on a mission to raise it several notches and I believe, with the addition of Debanjan, the creative leadership team will accelerate that. He is a man of many talents – he’s non-territorial, a great team player, and he can write. As you can imagine, I am kinda partial to that.”

     

    Anupama Ramaswamy
    Anupama Ramaswamy

    Added Ramaswamy: “With a superb body of work, Debanjan brings with him a wealth of experience across formats. He will play a key role in driving our agenda of creativity beyond silos. Debanjan is not only a good creative leader, but he is also an extraordinarily warm and generous person. That’s exactly what Havas Group believes the new bunch of leaders should be. Debanjan will be responsible for driving creative excellence for clients and it really is such a pleasure to have him as a part of the Havas Worldwide India team.”

     

  • To further catapult the creative transformation of the agency

    Havas appoints Anupama Ramaswamy as CCO

    By Our Staff

     

    Havas Worldwide India has announced the appointment of Anupama Ramaswamy as its Chief Creative Officer. She comes on board to further catapult the creative transformation of the agency, which has seen unparalleled business growth over the last three years. Anupama’s last stint was with Dentsu Impact where she was working as the Managing Partner and National Creative Director.

     

    Ramaswamy will be reporting to Bobby Pawar, Chairman and Chief Creative Officer, Havas Group India, and begin her new role at the agency effective October 2022. She will also work closely with Manas Lahiri, Managing Director, Havas Worldwide India.

     

    Said Pawar: “We have steadily been building Havas Worldwide into a company that embodies Yannick Bollore’s ‘Together’ philosophy. Where skill sets from the old world and new work seamlessly and harmoniously. This and the rising standard of our work have made us the fastest growing agency. Now is the time for our work to take a giant leap. And I can’t think of a better person to lead this than Anupama. She is a hugely talented creative with a heap of awards and great work to prove it. But the one talent of hers that I value the most is her ability to nurture a culture that makes people and their ideas better. She is a team player and fits right into our philosophy. And I believe she will be a leader who will usher not just Havas, but also our industry into the future.”

     

  • Captures spirit of motherhood #HTSalutes in new film

    Dentsu Impact partners with HT editorial initiative

    By Our Staff

     

    Dentsu Impact, in partnership with Hindustan Times (HT), has rolled out a new campaign for Mother’s Day. The film captures the unwavering and boundless ethos of motherhood. #HTSalutes is a Hindustan Times’ editorial initiative, which celebrates the story of a woman who finds motherhood while caring for a lost and hurt child in a war zone.

     

    Said Aparna Bhawal, Vice President, Marketing – Hindustan Times: “Mothers are the epitome of resilience and strength, and it is the bond between a mother and her child that gives us hope in the most adverse of times. Motherhood is an emotion unbound by any restraints and is not defined by borders or birth. We found Mother’s Day to be the most fitting occasion to celebrate this very spirit of motherhood and its soft yet strong nature. This video is our tribute to the beautiful bond marked by unconditional love and solicitude.”

     

    Added Anupama Ramaswamy, Managing Partner & National Creative Director, Dentsu Impact: “The world needs more mothers. Because mothers work ceaselessly to keep humanity and hope alive, wherever they are. With all that is happening in the world today, we believe only a mother can lead us on the path of kindness, love and empathy. It is a mother’s spirit to make the world a better place that #HTSalutes. And this film is our humble attempt to celebrate this spirit.”

     

    Talking of the project, Bob – Director, Good Morning Films said: “The story when narrated to me by Anu (Anupama), had such a different take on motherhood and was so boundless that I immediately got excited to do the film. Also, hats off to the team at Hindustan Times, to do a film that potentially arouses various sentiments within the system and beyond. This happens around us; we sometimes forget that motherhood is not just a state of being, but also a spirit. Through our film, we have captured the spirit of motherhood that knows no boundaries. And also have broken the format of normal stories set in a native context. Ours is a classic story that can be felt across borders. It was a mammoth task to shoot within a day, but thanks to the entire crew for their support (Robin and the Istanbul line production team) and most importantly, my cinematographer, Satchit Paulose, who battled with me to finish the film in the given 16hours.”

     

  • Brings Alive 'Joy of Homecoming' in its new Diwali Campaign

    Dentsu Impact films for Vivo

    By Our Staff

     

    Vivo, the smartphone brand, has announced the launch of its new campaign, “Joy of Homecoming “, across mainline and digital platforms.

     

    Conceptualised by Dentsu Impact, the leading creative agency from the house of Dentsu Aegis Network India, the campaign encapsulates the role of smartphone photography in rekindling the joy of connection.

     

    Said Nipun Marya, Director Brand Strategy, Vivo India: “As the world continuous to fight the novel coronavirus, the festival of Diwali holds special significance in these testing times. Through the ‘Joy of Homecoming’ campaign, we aim to bridge the emotional and physical distances between the families and spread happiness through smartphone photography. The festival of Diwali marks a new beginning in our lives and with our campaign, we urge everyone to celebrate and make it special. On behalf of vivo India family, I wish everyone a very happy and prosperous Diwali!”

     

    Added Anupama Ramaswamy, NCD Dentsu Impact: “We live in a world where the distance between elderly parents and their grown-up children is rapidly increasing. A big reason is that these children, who often live somewhere else, are busy with their own families, work and other commitments. To find the time to come home for a visit is unfortunately becoming a rare luxury for them. As a result, regular touch is lost over time, leaving parents to wonder sadly when that long awaited homecoming is finally going to happen. We saw this film as an opportunity to remind everyone that it takes very little to stop drifting away and to keep the bond strong with our near and dear ones. And Diwali is a very apt occasion to send out this message, since it is all about celebrating the coming home of children after a long period of time. And vivo, with its high-quality camera, is the perfect tool to stir these memories via the power of pictures. That is truly the joy of homecoming.”

     

     

  • Films for Maruti Suzuki hatchback

    Dentsu Impact creates campaign for 2021 Swift

    By Our Staff

    Maruti Suzuki has launched its latest campaign for the 2021 Maruti Suzuki Swift. Conceptualised and executed by Dentsu Impact India, the campaign introduces the latest edition of Maruti Suzuki hatchback. The film has been released on television supported by a longer edit on digital. Additionally, it is backed by elements in print, OOH and social media.

    Said Shashank Srivastava, Executive Director (Marketing & Sales), Maruti Suzuki India Limited: “Pure performance is thrilling. But when it looks good, it’s even more thrilling.  That is what makes the experience truly limitless. This is the idea behind the campaign which introduces the new 2021 Swift. After all, this widely popular hatchback not only highlights its well-known performance legacy but now also brings a world of enhanced style, all thanks to the powerful Next Gen K-Series 1.2L Dual Jet Dual VVT Engine, Sporty cross mesh grille, and stylish dual-tone exteriors. The new Swift is perfectly poised to take the breath away of those who like a wow drive, and also of those who have an eye for great designer looks. Swift has always been a car that has challenged all kinds of limits. With the Limitless Thrill campaign, we look forward to set new benchmarks, and win even more hearts and minds.”

    Added Amit Wadhwa, President, Dentsu Impact: “Swift is synonymous with car enthusiasts who love to push themselves beyond limits. With the new 2021 Swift, Maruti Suzuki has taken the pedestal a notch higher with new looks to match the aspirations of a modern-day customer. As their partners, we are excited to be a part of the Swift’s launch and create newer milestones with them.”

    Said Anupama Ramaswamy, Managing Partner and National Creative Director, Dentsu Impact: “Performance always has a wow factor. And when it meets a world of style, it truly becomes a head turner. Swift has always been a thrill to drive, and now it has taken the experience one step further, by thrilling us with its all-new style. This campaign is a testament to this.”

     

  • The duo will continue to report into Soumitra Karnik, Chief Creative Officer, Dentsu Impact, Dentsu India and Mcgarrybowen India and Amit Wadhwa, President, Dentsu Impact

    Dentsu Impact elevates Devraj & Ramaswamy to Managing Partners

    By A Correspondent

     

    Ajit Devraj

    Dentsu Impact, the creative agency from the house of Dentsu Aegis Network (DAN) India, has elevated Ajit Devraj and Anupama Ramaswamy to the role of Managing Partners. The duo will continue to report into Soumitra Karnik, Chief Creative Officer, Dentsu Impact, Dentsu India and Mcgarrybowen India and Amit Wadhwa, President, Dentsu Impact.

     

    Anupama Ramaswamy

    In their new role, the duo will oversee the Gurugram and Bengaluru operations for Dentsu Impact. While Devraj will be the business lead, Ramaswamy will head the creative arm of the agency.

     

    Speaking on the development, Karnik said: “I am thrilled to announce the second phase of Dentsu Impact. Our journey has been really exciting so far and we are proud to hand over the steering wheel in the able hands of Ajit and Anupama. Both are absolutely amazing at what they do. They bring in a lot of method and discipline, which is required during this time of constant fast changes that our industry is going through. They have a hard task ahead – to embrace ‘what’s new’ faster than others, to deliver growth at the back of solid creative reputation, to be always ‘people-first’ and to keep the joy of advertising intact.”

     

    Added Wadhwa: “This is an important phase for Dentsu Impact. We move into a new era, hereon, where creativity embraces the new approach to communication. We could not have better leaders than Ajit and Anu to lead the organisation into this exciting phase. Both come with extremely balanced mindsets and have the hunger and eagerness to accept new challenges and work towards achieving them. I am excited!”

     

     

  • The campaign introduces the latest edition of the Dzire car

    Dentsu Impact, Maruti Suzuki launch ‘Move Up’ campaign

    By A Correspondent

     

    Maruti Suzuki has launched its latest campaign, ‘Move Up’, for its brand – the 2020 Dzire. Conceptualised and executed by Dentsu Impact, the campaign introduces the latest edition of the Dzire car.

     

    Speaking on the all-new 2020 Dzire, Shashank Srivastava, Executive Director – Marketing & Sales, Maruti Suzuki India said: “With over 55% market share in its segment, Dzire is the preferred sedan of over 20 lakh customers. Building on an overwhelming customer response, the 2020 Dzire offers next generation K-series engine with segment-first idle start-stop technology (ISS), an upgraded premium exterior design, refreshed interiors, and advanced features. As a company, we have believed in bringing technologies that benefit the customers. The 2020 Dzire will help us to continue with our brand promise, to offer products with state-of-the-art designs and advanced technology to delight our customers. The introduction of the advanced K-series Dual Jet, Dual VVT BS6 petrol engine with idle start-stop (ISS) function makes it more desirable, low on emissions with best-in-class fuel efficiency.”

     

    Added Anupama Ramaswamy, National Creative Director, Dentsu Impact said:  “When it comes to Indian families, moving up never happens alone. Right from our childhood, we have seen our fathers work tirelessly, selflessly and go to any length to make every little wish, every little desire come true. With the ‘Move Up’ campaign, we celebrate this emotion and, also tell all fathers that the 2020 Dzire is by their side to see each and every desire of their loved ones come true.”

     

    Said Amit Wadhwa, President, Dentsu Impact: “The idea of ‘Moving Up’ together with your family is one that resonates with every Indian. And when it comes to cars – moving up and togetherness is exemplified quite well in a sedan, especially by Dzire, which is the top choice for millions of people. The communication created around the car reflects just that and if I may add… quite beautifully!”

  • Home video shot by Boman Irani highlights pressing need for a comprehensive health insurance cover

    Max Bupa asks people to invest in health insurance

    By A Correspondent

     

    Max Bupa has announced a 360-degree brand campaign to drive home the importance of having a health insurance cover. The campaign poses the question – Ab nahin khareedoge to kab?, implying that health insurance is an absolute necessity and priority for everyone, especially when Covid-19 cases are rapidly increasing in the country and medical costs are skyrocketing.

     

    Said Anika Agarwal, Director – Marketing & Direct Digital Business, Max Bupa Health Insurance: “Covid-19 has made people realise the significance of a health plan, unlike earlier when health insurance was considered an optional expense especially by the younger age segment. People across life stages are now more willing to buy adequate health coverage for themselves and their loved ones. Max Bupa’s recently conducted Covid-19 survey also indicates that people have become more concerned about their health and have regularly enquired about coronavirus treatment in health insurance plans. Hence, our intent with the campaign is to create awareness and further establish this need, so that consumers do not procrastinate health insurance purchase and buy a suitable health insurance plan. We have featured Boman Irani, a trusted voice who is encouraging people to take the right decision, to drive a simple message – ‘This is the most appropriate time to buy health insurance!’. The pandemic has made people take their health seriously, but a message of urgency for health insurance is needed. We therefore felt the need for a campaign that would strike a chord with most Indian households to bring about a mind shift to invest in Health Insurance.”

     

    The campaign has been jointly designed by Dentsu Impact and Isobar. Added Anupama Ramaswamy, National Creative Director at Dentsu Impact: “The fact remains that at a time like this, no matter how many rules you follow, you still need to be prepared for everything that’s not in your direct control. We wanted to highlight that stress is the prevailing emotion these days in most people, and one of the ways you could possibly lighten the load in your mind is by getting a health insurance. In the film, Boman Irani has effortlessly brought the message on the importance of a health cover in the light of Covid-19 pandemic.”

     

    Said Gopa Kumar, Chief Operating Officer at Isobar said, “The current COVID-19 situation has been an eye-opener for all of us that there’s always a possibility for the unexpected to happen. However, what we can do on our part is to stay prepared for it. With Ab nahin khareedoge to kab?, we are putting the spotlight back on the inevitable importance of health insurance in everyday life. Just like masks, gloves, sanitizers, etc., have become health essentials, we want to make health insurance also a part of that checklist. We hope that the film makes the audience realize urgency of the situation and inspires them to insure their health.”

     

     

  • The film intends to remind people that while we are locked in the safety of our homes

    Vivo India salutes Covid-19 warriors in latest campaign

    By A Correspondent

     

    Vivo India has unveiled a new digital campaign ‘Heroes Who Care’ in collaboration with Dentsu Impact. The campaign salutes doctors and frontline health workers who are relentlessly fighting the global pandemic. To support these heroes, vivo has also donated over two-lakh surgical and N95 masks.

     

    Conceptualised and executed by Dentsu Impact, the film intends to remind people that while we are locked in the safety of our homes and are practicing social distancing, there is a section of our society that has undertaken the most daunting of tasks.

     

    Sharing his thoughts on the brand film, Nipun Marya, Director Brand Strategy, Vivo India said: “Doctors and frontline medical staff have shown tremendous courage in combating the global pandemic. With this digital film, we at Vivo India would like to truly thank these real heroes in white, blue and green capes and salute them for fronting this battle so we can stay safe.”

     

    Added Anupama Ramaswamy, National Creative Director, Dentsu Impact: “The idea revolves around a simple truth – when the world is in danger, it looks to its heroes to save it. Heroes may exist in myths, but today, in the midst of the novel coronavirus pandemic, they exist in real life. They are the doctors, nurses and medical staff sacrificing everything and thinking above their safety in order to save lives. This film is an ode to their fighting spirit, and the fact that they are the ones who are giving the rest of us hope.”

     

     

  • The campaign showcases a range of vibrant, colourful festive celebrations from across India

    ‘Ghar Aaya Tyohar’ celebrates year-long festivals of India

    By A Correspondent

     

    Maruti Suzuki has unveiled its new festival season-specific campaign titled ‘Ghar Aaya Tyohar’.

     

    Commenting on the campaign, Shashank Srivastava, Executive Director – Marketing and Sales, Maruti Suzuki India said: “Festivals are a high point in life of people. India is diverse, people are diverse and so are the festivals and the occasions to celebrate. Every festival is celebrated in its own beautiful way. However, a few things always remain common like celebration, happiness and bringing home a Maruti Suzuki. With our new Ghar Aaya Tyohar commercial, we intend to strengthen the same thought and provide people the same happiness and pride of owning a Maruti Suzuki car, which we have delivered for decades.”

     

    Added Anupama Ramaswamy, National Creative Director, Dentsu Impact:“India is a nation described by diversity, just like its festivals. But one festival that binds everyone together is the joy of buying a new car. After all, it gives different people different reasons to celebrate. For a young person it’s a celebration of the coming of age, for a woman it’s a celebration of freedom, for a family it is a celebration of togetherness. We believe Maruti Suzuki is that one name which can do complete justice to the feeling of Ghar Aaya Tyohar, because as a brand it has touched many lives.’’

     

     

  • The campaign will be rolled out pan India

    Dentsu launches new campaign for Mobiistar C1 Shine

    By A Correspondent

     

    Dentsu Impact has rolled out a new campaign for Mobiistar C1 Shine.

     

    Speaking on the campaign, Anupama Ramaswamy, National Creative Director, Dentsu Impact said, “Our consumer is constantly hunting for acceptance and acknowledgement from people in and around his/her life. Interestingly, ‘Bade Chamak Rahe Ho’ is a fun colloquial sentence that perfectly bridges our consumer’s insight with the product truth of mirror-like shine. The film is entertaining and not preachy. The music will surely make you take notice and smile. All this helped us weave a story that we’re sure it will add shine to its viewers’ lives.”

     

    Added Aniruddha Deb, Chief Marketing Officer, Mobiistar India:“In a category firmly positioned on features and price-value benefits, it is Mobiistar’s vision to provide value through the best of features at a price that is accessible to small town customers. A phone to this TG is not just a phone but a device that accentuates his personality and stature. Our campaign brings alive this idea perfectly.”