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Dentsu IT probe widens: ‘Royalty pivot’, election and government campaigns under scanner?blur=25

e4m was the first to report that the ‘royalty pivot’ was emerging as a key angle in the Dentsu IT probe

Imran Fazal Sep 4, 2026 4:01 PM

Lionel Messi's Retirement: A Look at His Iconic Advertising Moments?blur=25

From a chessboard with Cristiano Ronaldo to AI-generated versions of himself, Messi has spent two decades turning football's biggest moments into some of advertising's most talked-about campaigns

e4m Staff Sep 1, 2026 10:16 AM

MIB opens OTT advertising pipeline with JioHotstar, ZEE5, Amazon MX Player and FanCode?blur=25

At Rs 150 per 10 seconds, the prescribed CTV video rate is more than twice the Rs 70 rate applicable to mobile and desktop video

e4m Staff Aug 31, 2026 9:50 AM

How viral creator moments are changing brand responses?blur=25

Vaseline’s response to a creator’s pronunciation joins a growing list of cases where brands have changed social handles, packaging and even products after the internet took over the conversation

Shalinee Mishra Aug 29, 2026 9:11 AM

Hit or Miss: The week in ads?blur=25

From LinkedIn BROs to rigged roulette wheels, brands turned this Raksha Bandhan into their most inventive sibling showdown yet

Aryendra Khan Aug 28, 2026 9:06 AM

Great Khali?blur=25

Khali’s larger-than-life persona also made him an interesting proposition for advertisers

e4m Staff Aug 27, 2026 11:31 AM

Celebrating Jim Sarbh: From Theatre Star to Advertising Icon?blur=25

From Rajasthan Tourism ad to CRED and Titan, Jim Sarbh has built an advertising identity of his own

e4m Staff Aug 27, 2026 10:07 AM

Onam 2026: Media agencies reveal the FOMO fuelling Kerala’s festive ad boom?blur=25

Industry experts say there is typically a 15–20% uplift in seasonal budgets for Kerala during Onam

Sandhi Sarun Aug 26, 2026 9:11 AM

Idiotic Media is rewriting the consumer tech playbook through regional creators?blur=25

From an 80-20 split to equal regional spend, the new blueprint for penetrating tier 2 And tier 3 India

NATIVE CONTENT Aug 25, 2026 5:03 PM

Neha Talreja Steps Up as Associate Brand Director at Saatchi & Saatchi India?blur=25

Prior to her promotion, Neha Talreja served as the Senior Brand Executive

e4m Desk Aug 24, 2026 6:30 PM

Creative Advertising Highlights: This Week's Best Campaigns?blur=25

Explore this week's standout ad campaigns from Flipkart, Google, and more, showcasing creativity, humour, and a courtroom clash in the advertising world.

Aryendra Khan Aug 22, 2026 10:03 AM

AI?blur=25

As predictive AI tools promise to de-risk campaigns before they air, India's creative leaders are debating whether the data sharpens judgement or replaces it

Aryendra Khan Aug 21, 2026 9:14 AM

How ShareChat and Moj Are Transforming India's Festive Marketing?blur=25

At Culture Intelligence Summit 2026, hosted by ShareChat and Moj, industry leaders discussed how brands could participate in cultural nuances of a moment, while staying true to what it stands for

e4m Staff Aug 20, 2026 8:07 AM

Shantomoy Ray?blur=25

Guest Column: Shantomoy Ray, Founder and Director of K Factor Communications, examines why great creative ideas begin with clear thinking, meaningful insights and a strong strategic purpose

Shantomoy Ray Aug 19, 2026 9:06 AM

Shah Rukh Khan?blur=25

Guest Column: Ganapathy Viswanathan, Independent Communication Consultant & Author, on why Shah Rukh Khan continues to remain in the consideration set for major brands seeking celebrity endorsers

Ganapathy Viswanathan Aug 17, 2026 12:03 PM

Uttam Bharat?blur=25

Unlocking festive growth in Uttam Bharat requires understanding the preferences of the consumers, the right media, and the right strategy

NATIVE CONTENT Aug 17, 2026 8:58 AM

Pidilite Annual Report x Piyush Pandey?blur=25

Guest Column: Ganapathy Viswanathan, Independent Communication Consultant & Author, looks at how Pidilite transformed its Annual Report into a tribute to Piyush Pandey, celebrating iconic ad stories

Ganapathy Viswanathan Aug 13, 2026 8:41 AM

Netcore.ai Launches Agentic Marketing Platform for Enhanced Accountability?blur=25

The rebrand signals a structural shift: from software vendor to AI-native outcome partner

e4m Staff Aug 12, 2026 12:28 PM

Brands Shift Focus to Independent Artists for Authentic Marketing?blur=25

Consumers are getting sceptical of conventional advertising and artist collabs help build long-term cultural partnerships that have the power to build and sustain trust, say marketers

Sandhi Sarun Aug 7, 2026 9:30 AM

WARC Warns Against Relying Solely on Social-First Marketing Strategies?blur=25

According to the report, marketers need to align creative strategy with audience targeting

e4m Staff Aug 6, 2026 11:42 AM

How Quick Commerce is Transforming Festive Advertising in India?blur=25

As quick commerce platforms squeeze festive shopping into minutes, agencies are redrawing creative, media and production plans for instant buyers

Aryendra Khan Aug 6, 2026 9:34 AM

INS campaign?blur=25

Guest Column: Ganapathy Viswanathan, Communication Consultant & Author, writes on why the Indian Newspaper Society’s campaign carrying the line ‘Ink Doesn't Lie’ is difficult to miss

Ganapathy Viswanathan Aug 6, 2026 9:01 AM

Shrirang Deodhar Takes Charge as Associate Director at Zee Music Company?blur=25

Prior to this appointment, Deodhar was Senior Manager - Music Marketing at Saregama India

e4m Staff Aug 4, 2026 3:13 PM

Rajiv Singh Departs Haldiram's After Successful Marketing Tenure?blur=25

Singh was Haldiram's Head of Marketing & Growth

e4m Staff Aug 4, 2026 2:56 PM

Spider-Man: Brand New Day?blur=25

From billion-dollar campaigns to decades-long brand associations, brand experts decode why some collaborations outlast the movies that spawned them

Sandhi Sarun Aug 3, 2026 9:03 AM

Week in Ads?blur=25

From evil eyes to Spider-Man, jewellery to lip balms; this week's ads prove brands are betting big on nostalgia, celebrity buzz and cultural storytelling

Aryendra Khan Aug 1, 2026 9:21 AM

Taapsee Pannu?blur=25

The Indian actress, who celebrates her birthday today, has built a brand portfolio that reflects the values she portrays on screen

e4m Staff Aug 1, 2026 8:15 AM

Rajiv Singh Joins Idiotic Media as New Creative Head?blur=25

Rajiv Singh has previously worked with The Glitch, Fever 104 FM, Dentsu Impact and Tilt Brand Solutions

e4m Staff Jul 31, 2026 2:12 PM

Ganapathy Viswanathan?blur=25

Guest Column: Ganapathy Viswanathan, Communication Consultant & Author, on how today’s PR campaigns are built not around product features or corporate announcements, but around insights

Ganapathy Viswanathan Jul 31, 2026 12:20 PM

Understanding the Success of 'Men Will Be Men' Campaign?blur=25

Guest Column: Gargi Sarkar, Founder & MD of RA Brand Consultant, decodes the everlasting popularity of the Men Will Be Men tagline

Gargi Sarkar Jul 27, 2026 1:48 PM

Ganapathy Viswanathan?blur=25

Guest Column: Ganapathy Viswanathan, Communication Consultant & Author, shares every form of advertising has carried an element of waste

Ganapathy Viswanathan Jul 22, 2026 7:58 AM

Sudarshan Banerjee Named CMO of Ashwin Sheth Group?blur=25

Before joining Ashwin Sheth Group, he held senior positions at Nahar Group

e4m Staff Jul 21, 2026 9:24 AM

The shift towards localised storytelling?blur=25

Creators are becoming important not just for speaking regional languages, but for understanding their nuances, cultural context and the way people naturally communicate

Shalinee Mishra Jul 21, 2026 9:13 AM

FIFA World Cup Final 2026?blur=25

The final whistle sparked a wave of creative social media posts, from emotional storytelling and nostalgic callbacks to playful illustrations and clever brand integrations

Aryendra Khan Jul 20, 2026 7:44 AM

Celebrating the Legacy of Jean Durante in Indian Advertising?blur=25

S (SG) Ghosh, Founder and Managing Director, Celsius100 Communication, pays his tribute to advertising icon Jean Durante

S Ghosh Jul 18, 2026 4:46 PM

FIFA World Cup 2026: Brands Leverage Fan Excitement for Marketing Success?blur=25

From Louis Vuitton’s FIFA trunk to Heinz’s Penalty Packets, FIFA 2026 is now a $10-billion creative arena

Aryendra Khan Jul 18, 2026 8:49 AM

Prime Video and MX Player Unite for Enhanced Advertising Solutions?blur=25

Brands can opt for shoppable formats integrated in the shows or sponsor premium content, Prime Video has said

e4m Staff Jul 16, 2026 5:49 PM

FIFA World Cup 2026: Brands Transform Packaging Into Marketing Power?blur=25

From Heinz's Penalty Packets to Coca-Cola's collectible cans, brands are using packaging to win fans' attention

Aryendra Khan Jul 11, 2026 9:06 AM

Week in Ads?blur=25

From disappearing faces to a boardroom run by pink wigs, this week's ads bet big on the absurd

Aryendra Khan Jul 11, 2026 8:06 AM

Mathrubhumi Launches Unique Onam Campaign to Celebrate Kerala's Heritage?blur=25

The campaign is based on two concepts: the first version is based on ‘Legends of Onam’ and the second version is based on ‘Unspoken Onam Ritual’

e4m Staff Jul 9, 2026 2:24 PM

Brands Leverage Billboards for Social Media Engagement?blur=25

From interactive billboards to experiential activations, brands are designing campaigns that people photograph, share and turn into content, extending their reach far beyond the street

Shalinee Mishra Jul 9, 2026 9:15 AM

Rethinking Sports Marketing: Brands Expand Beyond Cricket in India?blur=25

From FIFA’s global scale to Wimbledon’s younger audiences and pickleball’s growing appeal, non-cricket sports are opening new opportunities for brands across campaigns, sponsorships and advertising

Sandhi Sarun Jul 9, 2026 9:03 AM

Lionel Messi?blur=25

From Messi's redemption arc to Egypt's tournament exit, brands found plenty to work with on social media

Aryendra Khan Jul 8, 2026 2:03 PM

Kunal Chitravanshi Joins Zee Media as AVP for Brand Solutions?blur=25

Kunal Chitravanshi most recently served as Assistant General Manager – Creative Brand Solutions at TV9 Network

e4m Staff Jul 2, 2026 4:43 PM

Cannes Lions 2026: India's Content Trap and the Quest for Impact?blur=25

As Cannes Lions 2026 closes with India's tally at a modest five Lions, the industry is asking a harder question: Has the race for constant content quietly replaced the pursuit of the big idea?

Aryendra Khan Jul 1, 2026 8:57 AM

Data-Driven Strategies Transform Cultural Marketing in India?blur=25

Brands, particularly in the e-commerce and D2C ecosystem, are spending during the cultural windows but are measuring what comes back in terms from such intent-driven buying

Anuja Jain Jun 29, 2026 9:03 AM

Cinema Advertising?blur=25

For advertisers, international franchises provide an immersive setting that amplifies brand messaging through theatrical excitement and buzz

Sunidhi Vijay Jun 29, 2026 8:56 AM