influencers
The platform said creators will need to demonstrate sustained audience engagement to remain eligible for revenue sharing from Shorts
e4m Staff Aug 12, 2026 1:32 PM
Rather than translating one national advertisement into multiple languages, marketers are creating local narratives that reflect how festivals are celebrated across different parts of the country
Shalinee Mishra Aug 4, 2026 8:26 AM
'Born to be Wild & Viral' argues that viral animals succeed not because they are cute, but because they help people express emotions, identity and belonging
e4m Staff Jul 28, 2026 9:29 AM
Industry experts say creators are unknowingly losing money through opaque contracts, unlimited ad rights, hidden campaign values and unfair barter deals
Shalinee Mishra Jul 24, 2026 9:04 AM
The challenge is part of the government’s push to discover and nurture grassroots creators while encouraging hyperlocal storytelling
e4m Staff Jul 22, 2026 8:34 AM
Guest Column: In this 2-part series, Renuka Naj and R Chandra Mouli take stock of where the Indian advertising industry stands in terms of the use of AI in the sector
Renuka Naj & R. Chandra Mouli Jul 21, 2026 11:59 AM
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
The supply of regional creators is growing rapidly, engagement is rising and brands are increasingly using local voices to reach audiences during festivals and cultural moments
Shalinee Mishra Jul 17, 2026 9:20 AM
As influencer marketing evolves, brands are moving beyond creator discovery to identify what drives meaningful consumer engagement and actions
Shalinee Mishra Jul 13, 2026 9:27 AM
Across categories, brands are shifting towards creators with distinctive content styles, whose audiences engage with them for a unique storytelling approach rather than follower count or mass appeal
Shalinee Mishra Jul 11, 2026 8:41 AM
Tarkeshwar Singh, Partner at Bureau Media, described the launch as one of the most emotional milestones of his career
Atul Hegde was the kind of person who would reply to random Instagram DMs and talk about things completely unrelated to deadlines
Tasmayee Laha Roy Jul 7, 2026 12:18 PM
As India's First Influencer Reality Show, the property brings together some of the region's most popular digital creators, who collectively command millions of followers across platforms
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
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 move reflects the growing importance of creator-led marketing in major global sporting events
e4m Staff Jun 17, 2026 11:36 AM
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
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
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
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
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
The broader delegation also includes Sufi Motiwala, Ishita Mangal, Nidhi Kumar Ishani Mitra, among others
Shalinee Mishra May 11, 2026 6:06 PM
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
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
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
As India’s social commerce grows, the creator economy is shifting from experimentation to structure. While creators drive discovery and purchases at scale, monetisation still lags behind
e4m Staff Apr 10, 2026 8:30 AM
Industry experts note that agency roles are evolving, while many D2C brands continue a flexible, test-and-learn approach with micro and nano creators
Shalinee Mishra Apr 1, 2026 9:16 AM
Ankush Bahuguna’s brand journey began with smaller but significant steps, from PR packages to paid partnerships, marking his shift from comedy creator to a recognised voice in beauty
Shalinee Mishra Mar 18, 2026 9:05 AM
Several brands tapped into the tournament’s cultural momentum through influencer collaborations and fan-led storytelling, with names such as BookMyShow, Swiggy, Blinkit, Asian Paints among others
Shalinee Mishra Mar 13, 2026 8:45 AM
Jayant Balan, Head RAC Business, Voltas Limited and CMO Pragya Bijalwan share how the brand is sharpening its marketing strategy for a new-generation buyer
Anushka Roy Choudhary and Shalinee Mishra Mar 9, 2026 9:33 AM
Marketers are realising that a one-day celebration does not justify blanket national spends. Instead, smart money is moving towards regional creator-led storytelling
Shalinee Mishra Mar 4, 2026 9:07 AM
With ad spend increasingly tied to engagement rather than traditional reach, broadcasters are recognising creators as key players in the attention economy
Shalinee Mishra Mar 3, 2026 9:22 AM
From fashion live-streams to tech flash-sale guides, influencers are increasingly the first touchpoint in India’s commerce journey, shaping discovery and purchase
Shalinee Mishra Feb 26, 2026 9:04 AM
Stricter youth access rules in India could reshape the digital economy, forcing platforms to prioritise child safety over engagement and prove safeguards are in place
Shalinee Mishra Feb 24, 2026 8:46 AM
Specfluencing refers to creators tagging brands and producing content that resembles a paid partnership, without any formal association
Shalinee Mishra Feb 11, 2026 8:29 AM
Industry executives say it is a game of perception, with a combination of incentives and risk aversion being key factors for brands to decide between macro and micro influencers
Shalinee Mishra Feb 6, 2026 8:48 AM
Once creator-led experiments, podcasts have become a powerful ecosystem shaping narratives, reputations and hours of audience attention
Shalinee Mishra Feb 3, 2026 9:20 AM
The report explains four patterns: The Rules of Realness, that shape how successful brands secure attention, meaning, and differentiation in 2026’s social context
e4m Staff Jan 29, 2026 4:06 PM
The trend was sparked by a viral clip from influencer Amulya Rattan, which drew backlash as many argued that public spaces are meant for everyone, not private filming
Vaishnavi Deshpande Jan 27, 2026 6:30 PM