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  • Lowe Lintas Bangalore unveils Phase 2 of the Flipkart Fashion campaign that highlights the brand’s proposition of enabling everyday fashion into an affordable reality

    Lowe Lintas unveils Flipkart Fashion’s new campaign

    By A Correspondent

     

    After an integrated campaign to promote its fashion category six months back, Indian e-commerce major Flipkart is now back with the second phase of the campaign. While the first phase focused on pitching Flipkart Fashion as the one-stop place to spot and buy the latest trends, the second phase will focus on Flipkart helping people to “Be trendy always”.

     

    Commenting on the launch of the second phase of the integrated campaign, Shoumyan Biswas – Head, Marketing, Flipkart said: “Flipkart is the market leader in fashion amongst all online businesses. Our vision is to be India’s most preferred destination for trendy and affordable fashion. Hence, our category communication task for Fashion is to ‘Democratise Trendy Fashion’ for every Indian consumer. On the back of deep consumer research, we have understood that the desire to look good and be ‘trendy’ is universal and cuts across all demographics. Though, there are a few ‘beliefs’ that hold people back. In Phase 1 of fashion campaign in January, we had addressed the belief “that fashion trends are confusing or overwhelming”. That campaign gave us phenomenal results in terms of business and perception change. In the second phase of the journey, we will address the ‘belief’ that ‘Trendy Fashion is expensive’ and limits everyday usage. We have taken a very interesting approach to communicate this proposition through the endearing characters of ‘Neha’ and ‘Naveen’ who have cracked the code of “being trendy always”. These stories will be told in different phases of an integrated brand campaign across multiple online and offline touch points.”

     

    Highlighting the campaign objective, Rajesh Ramaswamy, ED, Lowe Lintas said: “We had a solid insight in hand- people who dress up very fashionably and everyday are perceived to be loaded. So the execution idea was to break this myth by introducing Flipkart Fashion that everyone can afford.”

     

  • The latest film by Tanishq brings to the forefront the Jewels of Royalty and showcases how the collection is a perfect example of royalty

    Deepika Padukone in new Tanishq campaign

    By A Correspondent

     

    Tanishq brand ambassador Deepka Padukone stars in the latest film by the branding highlighting the jewels of royalty.

     

    Speaking about the film, Deepika Tewari, General Manager – Marketing, Jewellery Division, Titan Company Limited said: “Throughout time, women are known to remember important dates and memories. As a category, jewellery has always been one to which fond memories and great stories are commonly associated. In our latest film for the Jewels of Royalty collection, we bring alive this emotion in a different story, featuring Deepika Padukone. The film showcases her fondly remembering the time spent portraying the role of a queen. We believe that the pieces from this collection will create a special place in the minds of our consumers; one that they will cherish and create memories with.”

     

    Added Rajesh Ramaswamy, Executive Director, Lowe Lintas: “We have always explored and borrowed stories from Deepika’s real life. And while earlier we explored her relationships with her family and colleagues, this time we decided to show her as an actress behind the scenes. The jewellery is inspired by Indian royalty and we knew that Deepika is to play a queen in her upcoming movie. We found a nice connection in the fact that though the collection is largely traditional, this would make the story a lot more contemporary. In the film, we’ve tried to express what feeling of being a Queen could be, even for Deepika who’s a huge celebrity herself”

     

    Said Hari Krishnan, President, Lowe Lintas:  “Tanishq makes a woman feel extra special. We’ve tried to amplify that with an interesting use of a celebrity brand ambassador”.

     

  • The latest films from the brand celebrates the unspoken love between couples

    Tanishq celebrates precious moments for Solitaire

    By A Correspondent

     

    Jewelry brand Tanishq is known for its bold advertising, never hesitant to look at themes that are best left untouched by many. The brand has launched its latest film that celebrates a couple’s marital journey over a decade and another couple taking the big plunge with Tanishq Solitaires.

     

    The first Solitaire film revolves around a modern-day couple, who are heading out to celebrate their 10th anniversary. The film showcases how easy it is for the man to pour his heart out about his wife’s tiny quirks that annoy him. Yet, when it comes to expressing his love for her, he is tongue-tied. He then hands her a stunning solitaire ring by Tanishq, which truly expresses his love for her. While a couple may have their fair share of ups and downs, they continue to celebrate their love in small ways. Through this film, Tanishq encourages couples to celebrate their special bond with a Tanishq Solitaire.

     

    The second Solitaire film revolves around a young couple who are living in together. The woman has just returned from a trip and they are having a casual banter about the gifts that she has brought for her partner and friends. She continues to goad him about what he did while she was away and chides him for not doing any of the activities he had planned. He then proposes to her with a Tanishq Solitaire and claims that he does not know how to have fun without her.

     

    Speaking about the films, Deepika Tewari, General Manager – Marketing, Jewellery Division, Titan Company Limited, said: “Couples today celebrate and showcase their love for each other in their own unique ways. Small differences do not take away from their pact to cherish and love one another. At Tanishq, we encourage couples to treasure their relationship and express their love through a Solitaire, which, like their relationship, is timeless. A Tanishq Solitaire is a symbol of their commitment and undying love towards one another.”

     

    Added Rajesh Ramaswamy, Executive Director, Lowe Lintas: “Solitaires have always stood for the ultimate symbol of love. In this series titled ‘expressions of love’, we’ve explored different contexts, and different stages of a relationship. The presentation of each of them have been treated very differently, and we’ve tried to capture the little nuances and layer. It is of course highly influenced by our own lives and people we know. We’ve had insane debates but a great deal of fun. It is produced by Absolute Productions who put together a crew that was as excited as us to tell these stories. We are hoping that people connect with it at a personal level.”

     

    Adding his thoughts, Hari Krishnan, President, Lowe Lintas, said: “Every relationship comes with own brand of romance and its own share of quirks. Tanishq understands the delicate nuances of every relationship. The solitaire is presented in this context as the ultimate expression of love.”

     

  • Campaign celebrates the go-getter spirit of the Indian youth and positions TVS Sport as a true partner in their quest for success

    TVS Motors unveils ad campaign for TVS Sport

    By A Correspondent

     

    TVS Motor Company has launched a new advertising campaign for its motorcycle brand TVS Sport. The campaign follows the journey of a young boxer from a small village straight to the National Sports Training Facility in the city.

     

    Speaking about the campaign, Arun Siddharth, Vice President – Marketing (Motorcycles), TVS Motor Company said: “In today’s evolving India, success is not limited by geographies. The youth residing in small towns, harbour dreams of making it big in life and surpass every obstacle. TVS Sport with its unmatchable mileage, and durability gives them an edge on their path to achieving success beyond the prescribed boundaries. The film is an attempt to celebrate the spirit of such people who set their sights higher and overcome challenges.”

     

    Added Rajesh Ramaswamy, Executive Director, Mullen Lowe Lintas Group said: “Young Indians are determined to succeed, regardless of the obstacles in their path. We wanted to position the TVS Sport, which offers great mileage and durability, as the perfect partner for these young, go-getters who will stop at nothing to achieve their dreams. It’s a perfect fit and the ad captures both the mind-set of the youth today and the salient features of the bike.”

     

  • The Fastrack Reflex promises to be all the gear you need to track 'activity', whatever that may entail

    Gear up for some action, says Fastrack in new tongue-in-cheek campaign

    By A Correspondent

     

    Fastrack has unveiled its new ad campaign titled ‘Gear up for some action’ which bears the signature brand persona. Synonymous with the progressive mind-set of millennials, Fastrack has designed this campaign specifically for Reflex, a dynamic new product in the smart wearables category which tracks calories, monitors sleep, counts steps and is high on style. The latest campaign launches the new category in Fastrack’s portfolio of youthful, trendy products, in a manner that’s uniquely Fastrack.

     

    Elaborating on the concept behind the ‘Gear up for some action’campaign, Suparna Mitra, Chief Marketing Officer, Watches & Accessories at Titan, said: “The youth have evolved and so have their needs, especially their love for technology. Millennials look for multifaceted products and we want to provide them with empowering productsthat meet their continuously changing lifestyles. The latest campaign for Reflex goes beyond conventional communication in the wearables space. It’s a fun way to celebrate the needs of the youth, who desire a combination of smart features and trendy design.”

     

    Said Hari Krishnan,President (South), Lowe Lintas:“Fastrack is a brand that has always tried to be the candid voice of youth. In that context, when Fastrack decided to launch Reflex, a new range of fitness/activity trackers, it was another opportunity for the brand to present its own candid view on ‘Fitness’. The word ‘activity’ has a different meaning in the youth lexicon. From chatting to jogging to even flirting, almost everything is an ‘activity’ and that’s exactly what we decided to trip on”, says.

     

    Sharing his thoughts on the campaign, Rajesh Ramaswamy, Executive Director, Lowe Lintas Bangalore says, “Activity trackers is a totally new category. But we had to always keep in mind that this product is by ‘Fastrack’. Fastrack has always had a lighter take on everything. Probably just like the audience we want to connect with. Very few seem to be having fun with a topic like ‘fitness’. So we came up with a tongue-in-cheek take on fitness. We had fun making it. Also because we had Vinil Mathew making it for us. Hope they all love it like we do.”

     

  • With an inclusive approach, this campaign aims to create a fresh perspective on women and lingerie in India

    Zivame makes a powerful statement with #FitForAll

    By A Correspondent

     

    Zivame, India’s leading lingerie brand, announced the launch of its new campaign #FitForAll. The campaign portrays real, relatable Indian women feeling their confident best in lingerie. With an inclusive approach, this campaign aims to create a fresh perspective on women and lingerie in India.

     

    This campaign revolves around the thought that when Indian women come in all sizes, so should lingerie. It has been developed based on consumer insights* that most women find it challenging to get lingerie in sizes other than ‘so-called popular sizes’ in the market.

     

    Sirisha Tadepalli, Marketing Director, Zivame says, “At Zivame, we put consumers at the core of everything we do.Being in the e-commerce business has given access to rich data. This, when combined with our understanding of various body types, has led us to creating the widest range that Indian women truly deserve – from 28A to 46H. To bring this alive, we’ve chosen a cast that’s diverse, in terms of body type and life-stages. This film is our endeavour to ensure that every woman finds her perfect fit, and doesn’t have to ‘fit into’ anything, be it lingerie or life.”

     

    The ad film runs for a duration of 45 seconds and 30 seconds each and will be telecast for a period of 4 weeks on leading English and Hindi general entertainment, movies and lifestyle channels.

     

    Rajesh Ramaswamy, Executive Director, Lowe Lintas adds, “Most lingerie ads feature lingerie models, and as a result, we felt like the category itself lacked a certain authenticity. Because lingerie is such a personal thing, we wanted our communication to be an honest representation of women in India today. We used real women from various walks of life to illustrate just how diverse and awesome they really are. A simple proposition that captured this spirit of#FitForAll”

     

    With its mobile app and Fit Studios, Zivame aims to make its promise of #FitForAll accessible to more and more Indian women, thus redefining women’s relationship with lingerie.

     

  • Through Flipkart Fashion, the online player is providing a method to the madness of spotting the right trend by making trends – handpicked by top fashion experts, accessible to its consumers

    Flipkart Fashion asserts its uniqueness in campaign by Lowe Lintas Bangalore

    By A Correspondent

     

    Leading online e-commerce playerFlipkart seeks to assist shoppers on all issues related to fashion. By launching Flipkart Fashion, it seeks to establish Flipkart as a destination for “affordable trendy fashion” by landing the proposition of being a one-stop solution to all fashion related confusions. Through Flipkart Fashion, the online player is providing a method to the madness of spotting the right trend by making trends – handpicked by top fashion experts, accessible to its consumers.

     

    To communicate this new offering, Flipkart has unveiled a high decibel integrated marketing campaign across India. The marketing campaign would span the online and offline platforms and reach out to a cross section of the populace in various regional languages. The communication has been flagged off by the launch of two video films on both the online and offline platforms.

     

    Conceptualised by Lowe Lintas Bangalore, the films promote Flipkart as the one stop shop for all needs around fashion. The films have been devised based on the insight that even though fashion as a category has scale and accessibility on Flipkart, it is still not a go-to platform for trendy fashion in the minds of consumers. Flipkart Fashion aims to change this perception and position itself as a trendy yet affordable destination for its consumers.

     

    Commenting on the marketing objective, Shoumyan Biswas – Head, Marketing, Commerce Platform, Flipkart said, “Flipkart is the market leader when it comes to fashion amongst e-commerce portals. Being a market leader, it is our responsibility to grow penetration of fashion across all consumer segments and need states. Also, fashion being a profitable segment with high growth, it is one of our top priorities. Our scale and depth in this category have helped us decode some key consumer truths. One of the biggest consumer aspirations is the desire to be “trendy”. We realized that this desire often goes hand in hand with “confusion” of finding out what is “in trend”. Basis this knowledge, we created a campaign around the proposition of “Being Trendy made Easy” by curating trendy selection by top fashion experts and offering them at affordable price points.”

     

    The films highlight the confusions related to trends surrounding fashion and how Flipkart Fashion is an assured solution that one can rely on. Be it about the ever-changing fashion trends to conflicting advices on trends and having to choose between too many trends…there are many confusions that confound and disorient the consumer. But with Flipkart Fashion that has over 100 stylists highlight emerging trends on the platform, users are to find only the best of the latest fashion. The films sign off with the line that ‘If it’s trendy, it’s on Flipkart’, which establishes the point that Flipkart Fashion offers users with only the latest trends.

     

    Highlighting the creative idea behind the films, Rajesh Ramaswamy, Executive Director, Lowe Lintas Bangalore said, “Fashion is something so relative, that it’s near impossible to wrap your head around it. The confusion about ever changing trends and the fashion world in general is something that everyone experiences. And yet, we are all conscious about what we wear and also about all the judgement that will be passed by our peers in the case we get it wrong. In the film, we have captured this very confusion and fear and provided a solution for it. With over 100 top stylists picking the latest trends for you, Flipkart fashion clears all confusion and lets you simply choose.”

     

     

  • Keeping the temples at Hampi, Gujarat, and Bhubaneshwar, as muses, Tanishq took its designs a notch higher with its new Diwali collection, Shubham

    Lowe Lintas Bangalore executes Outdoor & Print activity for Tanishq Shubham

    By A Correspondent

     

    Tanishq has launched a high-decibel integrated campaign with emphasis on print and oututdoor. Apart from its push on television, Tanishq has tapped several cities to execute the activity across India.

     

    Commenting on the initiative, Deepika Tewari, General Manager, Marketing, Tanishq said, “Tanishq always looks forward to Diwali because it’s the biggest time for our customers. Gold is an extremely integral part of Diwali and, with the Shubham collection, Tanishq aims at owning the Diwali space. The collection, inspired by some beautiful temples across India, has been especially crafted for those who love tradition and look for beautiful, contemporary designs. The new campaign by Lowe Lintas brings alive the traditions associated with the festival, as well as the inspiration; and we hope that everyone has a very ‘Tanishqwali Diwali’ this year.”

     

    Added Rajesh Ramaswamy, Executive Director, LoweLintas Bangalore, “We just wanted to bring out the essence of the jewellery and the idea of auspiciousness;”

     

    The outdoor and print leg of the campaigns comprises over 300 hoardings in 25 cities and over 500 insertions nationwide. Also, the video film which has also been conceptualised by Lowe Lintas Bangalore, is being aired on social channels and on television.

     

  • The latest film proves it’s never too late to take a leap of faith

    Tanishq encourages women to try something new

    By A Correspondent

     

    Tanishq has always been at the forefront of crafting flawless jewellery for the modern woman. In its latest commercial for the launch of Niloufer collection, the brand is celebrating the woman of today and how she looks forward to exploring different paths; be it her career or everyday life.

     

    The story focuses on the woman of today. A woman who is unafraid to speak her mind and knows what she wants while being successful in achieving it. A woman who knows how to convert her dreams into reality. The film showcases the brand’s latest diamond jewellery collection Niloufer as the perfect choice for the modern woman who pursues her passions whole-heartedly. The commercial shows how the contemporary design of the Niloufer collection is the perfect adornment that compliments her success.

     

    The film revolves around a young woman entrepreneur who has been recognized for her accomplishments. The narrative is light-hearted, yet evokes a sense of pride in the mind of the viewer and subtly brings alive the woman’s ability to persevere despite being faced with obstacles.

     

    The film ends with the line “for those who are willing to try something new”, which captures the essence of the occasion.

     

    Speaking about the film, Deepika Tewari, General Manager – Marketing, Jewellery Division, Titan Company Limited, said, “The Indian woman is evolving. She is not afraid to venture and explore uncharted paths. She is no longer behind the scenes. She is out there, wants to be heard and she wants every piece of jewellery she adorns to reflect her fiery personality. Keeping this new-age woman in mind, we at Tanishq have launched Niloufer. This collection film echoes the sentiment of the modern woman; a go-getter who is unafraid while also wanting to be fashionable. This contemporary collection is sure to compliment her in every path that she explores, giving her the confidence to be the progressive woman of today”

     

    Rajesh Ramaswamy, Executive Director, Lowe Lintas added, “This collection has some very interesting new designs. It’s for someone who is keenly seeking out something new and different. And is willing to experiment. Usually these kind of people are portrayed as someone very bold and slightly cold. Which is not entirely true. We’ve shown the story of a young entrepreneur. While it’s about her achievement, we presented the human side of her story. A successful woman who remembers her ‘sorry’s and doesn’t forget her ‘thank you’s.”

     

  • Whether the conversation is about recycling, upholding the law or saving water, the brand tells its audience to never have a 'never have I ever' moment

    ‘Never Have I Ever moment,’ proclaims Fastrack in its latest campaign

    By A Correspondent

     

    Fastrack has unveiled a three-film campaign, ‘Never Have A Never Have I Ever’ that hit the screens on 20th February, 2016.

     

    Fastrack’s latest campaign is a reflection of the way the youth lead their lives in the face of constant pressure to do something worthwhile and different. These quirky yet relatable commercials show the youth living up to these expectations in their own creative way. They don’t take setbacks or themselves too seriously and handle the lemons that life throws at them, in the best way they know how. Whether the conversation is about recycling, upholding the law or saving water, the brand tells its audience to never have a ‘never have I ever’ moment.

     

    Sharing his thoughts on the latest campaign, Hemal Panchamia- Marketing Head, Fastrack says, “As a brand we encourage our audience to look at the lighter side of things. In true Fastrack style, our latest three-film campaign is quirky, relatable, fun and unapologetic. The campaign redefines certain social causes in the language of today’s youth, encouraging them to chill out and lead interesting lives.”

     

    Speaking about this campaign, Rajesh Ramaswamy, Executive Creative Director, Lowe Lintas says, “It’s always fun to work on Fastrack but we had an especially great time conceptualizing and executing this campaign.  Coming up with situations for these films didn’t feel like work at all. It felt like one long party, sitting around with friends, recalling or making up crazy stories. The director, Vishwesh of Corcoise Films brought his own quirky vibe to the table and we’re very happy with how the films have turned out”

     

  • A brand new commercial which features the two stars will soon be aired across markets in India

    Farhan Akhtar, Siddharth to endorse Britannia Nutrichoice

    By A Correspondent

     

    Britannia NutriChoice has unveiled a new campaign with an objective to generate widespread adoption for NutriChoice Digestive by using the health hook of ‘high fibre’.In its bid to broadbase the adoption of Britannia Nutrichoice, the brand has signed on Farhan Akhtar and Siddharth as brand ambassadors. A brand new commercial which features the two stars will soon be aired across markets in India.

     

    Commenting on the new campaign, Ali Harris Shere, Marketing Director, Britannia said “Nutrichoice Digestive is the No 1 Hi Fibre biscuit brand in India. To expand the category, It is important to build the superior health credentials of the brand(High Fibre) in a tangible manner. Extensive consumer work told us that the proof of the Hi Fibrewas in the unique taste of the product – natural and grainy. Therefore, we came up with a simple, yet powerful campaign idea “Feel the Fibre in every bite”. We feel Farhan and Siddharth are celebrities who stand for taking the right and smart choices in life and they personify the values of the brand – Honest & Sensible.”

     

    Rajesh Ramaswamy, Creative Head, Lowe Lintas said “There has always been an element of honesty in all Nutrichoice communication. We wanted to maintain that. And we needed someone with a certain degree of genuineness and authenticity. Farhan and Siddharth seemed like the perfect fit for this campaign.”

     

  • The introductory films of Anar showcase a beautiful flashback narrative of a young woman and a man where they revisit their pasts through the drink

    Paper Boat takes trip down memory lane again for new product offering Anar

    By A Correspondent

     

    Paper Boat has announced the launch of its new television campaign. The campaign will promote its new fruit offering – Anar and also Aamras.

     

    Conceptualized and written by Lowe Lintas, three short stories (two Anar and one Aamras) explore memories triggered by the products themselves, a core insight that the brand has built its entire portfolio on. The campaign was shot over three days at various locations in Mumbai. The introductory films of Anar showcase a beautiful flashback narrative of a young woman and a man where they revisit their pasts through the drink. The third film re-creates the magic of Aamras, which is also a favorite by volume.

     

    If the first campaign had the signature penmanship of Gulzar, the new campaign matches strides, with lyrics penned by the multi-faceted Swanand Kirkire. Rounding it off is an adaptation of Malgudi Days soundtrack along with the voice of effervescent Usha Uthup who signs off with the brand message.

     

    Speaking about the campaign, Rajesh Ramaswamy, Executive Creative Director, Lowe Lintas, said, “Paper Boat is a brand that is very dear to us. The very name puts a smile on everyone’s face. The passion the client has for the brand is infectious. The way they approach everything is straight from the heart. The best thing is that when you are dealing with the topic like memories, there can be no expert on it. Everyone’s opinion counts. Maybe the essence of the brand makes everyone want to be a part of it, because everyone is right.”

     

    The 30 and 20 seconders are supported by a marketing plan that is designed to maximize reach for the new product. This includes airtime across general entertainment channels (GEC), infotainment, English entertainment, movies, niche regional channels and prominent spots during theIndia-South Africa Series.

     

    Excited about the campaign launch, Neeraj Kakkar, Founder – Chief Executive Officer, Hector Beverages Pvt. Ltd., said, “Picture fluttering butterflies in your stomach on your first science project submission or the first time on a jet plane or that first dreaded day at your dream job. Our second campaign is equivalent to those many important firsts. It is an exciting second. Our drinks are a bridge between then and now; the films are a reflection of this thought, brought to life in a manner that is contemporary. We are delighted with how Swanand Kirkire’s lyrics and Usha Uthup’s voice bring life to our vision, making these videos all the more evocative.”