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While Accenture is set to acquire creator and social agency Whalar, Times Internet has acquired entertainment-focused social publisher Instant Bollywood
e4m Staff Jun 9, 2026 11:53 AM
Pernod Ricard India’s creative responsibilities are currently shared between Ogilvy and FCB India (now part of Omnicom Advertising India)
Imran Fazal Jun 9, 2026 9:10 AM
Influencer marketing in India is shifting from reach-driven growth to a credibility test, as brands face tighter scrutiny, rising compliance issues and growing pressure on transparency
Shalinee Mishra Jun 9, 2026 8:59 AM
As AI becomes a fixture of the creative process, Cannes Lions 2026 is shaping up to be a test of something far harder to engineer: human truth, say industry heads
Aryendra Khan Jun 9, 2026 8:35 AM
According to a new report by Rediffusion Consumer Lab, Sooryavanshi's story is about more than statistics and his journey is a case study in how modern prodigies are created
Pernod Ricard India's marketing spends stood at nearly Rs 864 crore in FY25
Imran Fazal Jun 8, 2026 1:37 PM
Journeys are seamless for consumers, fragmented for brands. The gap lies in consistency, context, and what brands actually do with data
e4m Staff Jun 8, 2026 12:11 PM
Changing consumer discovery patterns have led brands to optimise products around occasions & end-use scenarios, going beyond seasonal promotions to storytelling & creator ecosystems, say marketers
Shalinee Mishra Jun 8, 2026 9:14 AM
If the proposed listing goes through, Kuku may become the first Indian microdrama-led startup to test if public markets are ready for mobile-first entertainment as a serious consumer internet business
Kanchan Srivastava Jun 8, 2026 8:53 AM
With insurance, mattresses, appliances and finance brands embracing creator-led, entertainment-first marketing, experts say brand personality now drives visibility, engagement and cultural relevance
Sunidhi Vijay Jun 8, 2026 8:32 AM
The creative mandate will be jointly led by Anuraag Khandelwal and Mayur Varma as Joint Chief Creative Officers, while Rohitash Srivastava will be Chief Strategy Officer
Imran Fazal Jun 6, 2026 3:35 PM
The tournament will be played in Sri Lanka from June 9 to June 21, 2026
e4m Staff Jun 6, 2026 11:16 AM
From Nike's genre-defying 'RIP the Script' to Coors' one-trick chant, here's how the biggest FIFA World Cup 2026 campaigns stack up
Aryendra Khan Jun 6, 2026 9:43 AM
As part of the new reporting structure, the leadership teams of the consolidated agencies will report into Rajesh VR, Group CEO of Ogilvy India
Imran Fazal Jun 6, 2026 9:18 AM
From FMCG and auto to tech and finance, brands are partnering with creators trusted on climate action, conservation, recycling and sustainable living
Shalinee Mishra Jun 5, 2026 9:09 AM
Shveta Singh, Founder of Iridescent Lens and independent marketing consultant, explores how founder narratives are creating new pathways to credibility and reshaping the way brands build trust
Shveta Singh Jun 5, 2026 9:05 AM
Neha Jolly Sawhney, Head of Ad Revenue, and Yagnesh Ravi, Lead Ad Solutions at Snap Inc., discuss Snapchat’s growing adoption among advertisers in India
Sunidhi Vijay Jun 5, 2026 8:57 AM
The account is reportedly valued at $20 million to $30 million in annual agency fees
As CEO of OMD India and a Cannes Lions 2026 Media juror, Anisha Iyer believes the strongest media ideas are deceptively simple, and that complexity is often mistaken for craft
Aryendra Khan Jun 4, 2026 9:08 AM
After years of monetising attention, digital platforms are now cashing in on access, convenience, status and functionality by way of subscriptions
Shantanu David Jun 4, 2026 9:06 AM
Kenny Gold joins Edelman from Deloitte Digital, where he served as Managing Director and Head of Social and Creator
The report found considerable overlap between advertisers using broadcast television and connected television
Guest Column: Dr. Sandeep Goyal compares the rise, mindset and impact of prodigies Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Sachin Tendulkar and Naomi Osaka
Sandeep Goyal Jun 3, 2026 5:32 PM
A seasoned real estate professional with over 28 years of experience across real estate, banking and customer-centric businesses
In May last year, Sambit had taken on dual responsibilities as the Business leader and Creative Head of the Bangalore office
e4m Staff Jun 3, 2026 12:46 PM
Prashant Paulose was earlier Head of Apps, Google Play & Google TV, India
Appeal for brands is straightforward. Unlike human creators, AI influencers do not require travel schedules, photoshoots, availability conflicts or reputation management for personal controversies
Shalinee Mishra Jun 3, 2026 9:15 AM
One agency, 19 years, a PR Grand Prix, and now a seat on the Cannes jury. Rakesh Menon of Ulka says the category has never been more rigorous, or more necessary
Aryendra Khan Jun 3, 2026 8:54 AM
Publishers are turning crawler blocks into a negotiating tool and the fight is no longer only about traffic loss. It is about who gets paid when journalism becomes raw material for AI
Kanchan Srivastava Jun 3, 2026 8:37 AM
Javier Campopiano will report to Agathe Bousquet and Marco Venturelli, global co-CEOs of Leo Constellation
Srikanth Ayyappan will lead the company's global marketing efforts across key markets
Prior to joining Glenmark Pharmaceuticals, Jajoo served as President and Chief Financial Officer at Deepak Phenolics Limited
On ShareChat and Moj, microdramas generate over 500 million daily episodic views, with audiences following storylines across multiple episodes
NATIVE CONTENT Jun 2, 2026 12:59 PM
Guest Column: Ganapathy Viswanathan, Independent Communication Consultant & Author, decodes RCB’s emotional bonding fans
Ganapathy Viswanathan Jun 2, 2026 12:40 PM
As Gurbaksh Singh joins the Digital Craft jury at Cannes Lions 2026, the Dentsu Creative CCO & CIO calls out a category in danger of confusing polish with purpose
Aryendra Khan Jun 2, 2026 8:53 AM
Brands say consumers today begin their journeys online, consuming reviews, creator content, explainers and product demonstrations before taking offline actions such as visiting dealerships
Sunidhi Vijay Jun 2, 2026 8:51 AM
Reliance Digital’s latest campaign also highlights its omnichannel retail strategy, combining in-store experiences with digital accessibility across its nationwide network
NATIVE CONTENT Jun 1, 2026 2:59 PM
While revenue from operations rose 21% YoY to Rs 184.89 crore in FY26, total income increased 22% to Rs nearly 189 crore
Brands may have to make sharper choices on media allocation, campaign timing and budget phasing if India’s biggest sporting property collides with its biggest consumption season
Kanchan Srivastava Jun 1, 2026 9:12 AM
Vajiram & Ravi IAS Study Centre allegedly put up ads about the institute's association with successful UPSC exam candidates while concealing info about nature of courses they had attended
The complaint alleges that electronic evidence collected during the investigation demonstrated that copyrighted JioStar content was being retransmitted through IPTV channels without authorisation
Imran Fazal Jun 1, 2026 8:30 AM
RCB's IPL 2026 triumph extended beyond cricket, sparking a wave of moment marketing as brands tapped into the celebratory buzz online
Shalinee Mishra Jun 1, 2026 8:14 AM
Guest Column: Marketing veteran Shubhranshu Singh explains how regional cricket leagues could help discover and develop more talents like Vaibhav Sooryavanshi across India’s cricket ecosystem
Shubhranshu Singh May 30, 2026 10:21 AM
The objective is not merely to generate visibility, but to create campaigns that stand out, spark conversation and connect with entirely new consumer groups
Shalinee Mishra May 30, 2026 9:10 AM
The ruling, which ends a 13-year legal battle between broadcasters and the regulator, is expected to disproportionately impact news broadcasters and free-to-air (FTA) channels
Imran Fazal May 29, 2026 1:59 PM
As a member of this year's Creative Strategy jury, Dheeraj Sinha makes the case for strategic courage and warns the industry against mistaking cultural aesthetics for genuine human insight
Aryendra Khan May 29, 2026 9:10 AM
Jewellery brands are tapping creators for authenticity, individuality and cultural relevance; the test is whether these collabs can drive actual purchase behaviour and not just social media engagement
Shalinee Mishra May 29, 2026 9:06 AM
As part of its launch strategy, the platform has introduced a pay-per-series pricing model starting at Rs. 20
e4m Staff May 29, 2026 7:57 AM