influencer
Marketers say that while creators are increasingly becoming part of the media mix, influencer marketing accounts for just 3-10% of the ad spends
Shalinee Mishra Jul 2, 2026 9:40 AM
Stuart Bowden, President of Strategy and Capabilities for Global Clients, WPP, speaks to e4m on working differently with communities for engagement, distinction between paid and organic, and much more
Simran Sabherwal Jun 30, 2026 9:21 AM
As brands invest in creator-led discovery, industry executives say the focus is shifting from viral moments to sustained engagement, with visibility & repeated exposure reshaping marketing strategies
Shalinee Mishra Jun 30, 2026 9:17 AM
Shveta Singh, Founder of Iridescent Lens & independent marketing consultant, questions whether the latest creator economy trend is genuine marketing innovation or simply direct selling in new clothes
Shveta Singh Jun 29, 2026 9:30 AM
Common Advertisement Code shifts the focus from follower counts to accountability, as marketers say trust, compliance and credibility will become the new currency of creator partnerships
Shalinee Mishra Jun 26, 2026 9:25 AM
Cleartrip CMRO Pallavi Saxena highlights the growing role of social media in travel discovery, arguing that Indian travel marketing is yet to fully tap its biggest opportunity
Anuja Jain Jun 25, 2026 9:20 AM
Under the proposed framework, influencers with more than 5,00,000 followers on a single social media platform would be treated as celebrities
e4m Staff Jun 24, 2026 2:47 PM
An increasing number of brands are using creators, humour and shared cultural insights to engage with the occasion, often in partnership with other brands
Shalinee Mishra Jun 20, 2026 8:30 AM
Creators are becoming recurring faces, storytelling partners, cultural ambassadors, and trusted voices who help brands build consistency, credibility, and relevance over time
Shalinee Mishra Jun 19, 2026 8:54 AM
From watch parties and creator streams to fan rewards and interactive experiences, marketers are finding new ways to turn football fandom into engagement
Shalinee Mishra Jun 18, 2026 9:21 AM
Influencer industry experts say with brands evaluating audience trust, relevance & engagement quality, RBI's new norms will bring in stricter checks around disclosures, approvals & creator education
Shalinee Mishra Jun 18, 2026 8:51 AM
The conference will witness marketers from brands such as ITC, HDFC Bank, Bisleri International, JSW Paints, Raymond Lifestyle, Kellanova, Bajaj General Insurance, and several others
e4m Staff Jun 17, 2026 1:03 PM
The move reflects the growing importance of creator-led marketing in major global sporting events
e4m Staff Jun 17, 2026 11:36 AM
As per the central bank said the objective was to ensure that incentive structures do not encourage aggressive sales practices or lead to the mis-selling of products
e4m Staff Jun 16, 2026 12:15 PM
Brands are increasingly building campaigns around experiences rather than products, with creators playing a key role in making them relatable, credible and discoverable
Shalinee Mishra Jun 16, 2026 9:19 AM
Creators are reshaping food marketing in India as brands shift from traditional ads to influencer-led content focused on trust, culture and consumer engagement
Shalinee Mishra Jun 15, 2026 8:56 AM
India Today Influence is the influencer marketing arm of the India Today Group
e4m Staff Jun 12, 2026 11:58 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
According to the company's 2025 Annual Review, Nestlé has raised advertising and marketing expenditure by nearly 9% of sales
e4m Staff Jun 8, 2026 12:20 PM
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
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
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
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
Sachin Sharma, Head, LinkedIn Marketing Solutions, India, says AI-led search and LLMs are reshaping how audiences discover information, products, and expertise
Sunidhi Vijay May 29, 2026 9:09 AM
As per the report, of the 1,609 influencer ads processed 97.3% required modification, with over 54% promoting categories prohibited by law or where advertising is restricted
e4m Staff May 28, 2026 11:20 AM
Brands are moving away from vanity metrics and increasingly betting on creators with audience trust, niche authority and strong category alignment, say experts
Shalinee Mishra May 27, 2026 9:31 AM
Before joining Fixderma, Chirag Jagwani worked with Agile Ventures Pvt Ltd, Robobull Technologies Pvt. Ltd, Printvenue, among others
e4m Staff May 26, 2026 2:31 PM
The ROI of Relatability! Why niche storytelling and hyper-local communities are driving deep engagement and brand loyalty in India’s 2026 creator economy
NATIVE CONTENT May 26, 2026 11:48 AM
Moorthy’s additional responsibilities include media buying, influencer marketing, brand building, and oversight linked to Lightbox, the company’s in-house creative agency
Imran Fazal May 26, 2026 9:14 AM
Rajeev Jain, SVP-Corporate Marketing at DS Group, shares how marketers are rethinking brand communication, innovation and cultural relevance in today’s digital-first ecosystem
Sunidhi Vijay May 25, 2026 9:01 AM
Industry executives say influencer marketing is shifting from vanity metrics to trust, micro creators and measurable conversions, as brands prioritise authenticity and performance over reach
Shalinee Mishra May 18, 2026 8:47 AM
Cannes 2026 reflects a shift in brand strategy, with creators playing a central role in shaping how campaigns are seen, experienced and interpreted by audiences
Shalinee Mishra May 15, 2026 9:20 AM
Mayank Bhatnagar returns to Madison with over 25 years of experience across India, Malaysia and Singapore
e4m Staff May 13, 2026 11:00 AM
The broader delegation also includes Sufi Motiwala, Ishita Mangal, Nidhi Kumar Ishani Mitra, among others
Shalinee Mishra May 11, 2026 6:06 PM
Orry’s departure follows the recent exit of Janhvi Kapoor from the agency
e4m Staff Apr 30, 2026 11:59 AM
As FMCG brands invest more in momfluencers, creator earnings remain uneven, highlighting a gap between brand spending and influencer payouts
Shalinee Mishra Apr 29, 2026 8:48 AM
Industry executives estimate influencer-led activations linked to IPL could touch Rs 700 crore in 2026, accounting for 16-18% of digital advertising spends around the tournament
Imran Fazal Apr 28, 2026 7:54 AM
Creators who integrate content strategy with analytics and diversify revenue streams are more likely to succeed, while others risk falling behind despite growing audiences
Shalinee Mishra Apr 25, 2026 8:45 AM
Episode featuring live Python snake leaves the internet divided, with debate around content creation and boundaries
Vaishnavi Deshpande Apr 24, 2026 5:36 PM
Industry executives say this shift is pushing a significant chunk of digital budgets (25%) towards creator-led content, as brands chase scale and measurable results in a crowded market
Shalinee Mishra Apr 21, 2026 8:33 AM
Early adopters say the intersection of programmatic and influencer marketing drives real business outcomes, allowing marketers to match brand messaging with customer profiles & preferences
Shalinee Mishra Apr 20, 2026 8:47 AM
A recent Instagram activity by Virat Kohli has yet again made social media move like never before, this time over a simple ‘like'
e4m Staff Apr 17, 2026 3:26 PM
Contracts reviewed by e4m reveal that influencers, in several cases, command higher fees than celebrities; celeb deals continue to demand broader deliverables, even as pricing is under pressure
Imran Fazal Apr 17, 2026 8:45 AM
The agency was honoured with the ‘Talent Management Agency of the Year’ title
e4m Desk Apr 15, 2026 10:58 PM
The agency bagged the ‘Digital Marketing Agency of the Year’ honour for its impressive and outstanding work
e4m Desk Apr 15, 2026 10:58 PM
The brand took home 20 metals including 7 golds, 6 silver metals and 7 bronze metals across categories.
e4m Desk Apr 15, 2026 10:58 PM



