Ariel's #ShareTheLoad campaign: Back with a bang?
With the previous campaign being a blockbuster, we asked industry observers what they thought about the latest offering

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It has been interesting to see how BBDO's Mumbai office turned what could have been a standard promotion for laundry detergent brand Ariel into an extended apology letter from a father to his adult daughter. And the best part was the product in question was not revealed until the end of the two-minute spot.
The ad not only earned praises from Facebook COO Sheryl Sandberg but also won laurels at various advertising award events. It has now garnered the status of being one of world’s top ranked ads.
After creating what has been termed as one of the most influential ad campaigns, Ariel and BBDO India are back with another campaign on the cause. In this newly-released edition of #ShareTheLoad, Ariel raises yet another relevant question - Are we teaching our sons what we are teaching our daughters?
With the previous ad emerging as a roaring success, we asked industry observers what they thought about this one…
Titus Upputuru, National Creative Director, Dentsu
"One feels that it is a good continuation of the campaign. Baap ke baad bete ka hi number aata hain. And teaching early is a good thing. I just thought the mom’s conversation over the phone could have been a bit more subtle.”
Romit Nair, Creative Head, FCB Ulka Bangalore
The ad fits right into the overall campaign, has been executed well and is shareable, says Nair. “I think the ad is really nice and takes the thought of ‘share the load’ forward in a really good way. The first time you introduce a thought, it’s always going to be more powerful and create a bigger impact. It is always tough for a writer to create a fresh ad carrying forward the same thought, but I believe this ad fits right into the campaign and definitely works.”
The first leg of the campaign was initiated in 2015 with a question that got everyone thinking: “Is laundry only a woman’s job?” In 2016, the film questioned people as to “Why is laundry only a mother’s job?”
Swayta Singh, AVP Brand Strategy, DCMN India
The main differentiator of this advertisement is the context setting, the social conditioning that is just getting passed on from generations unknowingly and raising yet another pertinent question of how are we raising our boys? However, it should have delved into the son's role too, Singh added. “Personally, and as a mother, I would have loved a little more emphasis on the son’s role and some conversation (as was the case in the earlier ad like Dad’s self-realisation) around the same because what you see is what you learn. The ad is well executed and in line with its earlier TVCs, forcing parents to raise the right questions. Yet, it misses to invoke the sons in a similar way urging them to take responsibilities.”
Aalap Desai - Sr Creative Director, Dentsu Webchutney
The conversation of teaching boys values when they are young is a great direction for the campaign but the example in point is something that might not be the best way to bring it out, Desai says. “The intent is also right and it is a relevant conversation. I feel your room being messy which leads to a ‘ghar ka kaam’ conversation is a little forced. Also, it is not something parents differentiate on. Girls are generally asked to do things like learning to cook and boys are generally asked to play cricket but both are asked to help in household chores. What made the first #ShareTheLoad beautiful was that laundry was still considered a woman’s job and that was a slap on the wrist for everyone. This might not have that universal appeal,” reasons Desai.
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E4M Our strategy is to target younger audiences through Sports: Rajiv Dubey, Dabur
The Head of Media at Dabur India spoke exclusively to exchange4media on the World Cup, associating with Indian Idol, the company’s digital spending and much more
With quirky campaigns, memes and moment marketing, timed with the ongoing World Cup and particularly the India-Pakistan matches, Dabur India has got considerable consumer attention for its popular brands – Red Paste, Cool King Hair Oil, Chyawanprash, Dabur Vita and the recently launched Bae Fresh Gel toothpaste.
The 140-year-old company is going big on key sporting events, World Television Premiere (WTP) movies and reality shows. It is now gearing up to become the title sponsor of popular talent show ‘Indian Idol’ on Sony TV for the first time, shared Rajiv Dubey, who leads the media strategy at Dabur.
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Swapan Seth's new book 'COOL' is out
The book is a reflection of the author's 'eclectic taste across categories'
Advertising professional and art collector Swapan Seth has announced the launch of his new book COOL. The book is described as "a ready reckoner to the hip and the happening, of the known and the very unknown."
The book is a reflection of the author's "eclectic taste across categories: from boltholes to exotic hideaways."
COOL has been published by Simon & Schuster India and is available on Amazon.
Seth is an ad veteran with a long and illustrious career in the industry. He became the youngest-ever Creative Director at Clarion at age 24. He was VP at 26 at Trikaya Grey. Two years later, he started his agency Equus.
He writes for publications such as The Economic Times, Hindustan Times and India Today. This is his second book and he has previously published THIS IS ALL I HAVE TO SAY.
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Disney Star signs 9 sponsors for Asia Cup PAK
Charged by Thums Up, Nerolac Paint+, Amazon Pay, Jindal Panther, My11Circle, MRF, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5, Wild Stone and Thums Up come on board
e4m Staff Disney Star has signed nine broadcast and digital streaming sponsors for the upcoming Asia Cup.
Charged by Thums Up, Nerolac Paint+, Amazon Pay, Jindal Panther, My11Circle, MRF, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5, Wild Stone and Thums Up have come on board for the upcoming tournament.
As reported earlier by exchange4media, Disney Star has sought Rs 26 crore for the co-presenting sponsorship on TV and Rs 30 crore for Disney+ Hotstar.
According to industry sources, the associate sponsorship on Star Sports has been priced at Rs 19.66 crore, whereas for the ‘powered by’ sponsorship on Disney+ Hotstar, the broadcaster is seeking Rs 18 crore.
As per the information available with exchange4media, Disney+ Hotstar has three sponsorship tiers-- co-presenting (Rs 30 crore), powered by (Rs 18 crore) and associate sponsorship (Rs 12 crore). The broadcaster is offering an estimated reach of 120-140 million for co-presenting sponsors, 90-100 million for powered by and 60-70 million for associate sponsorship.
A spot buy for 10 seconds has been priced at Rs 25 lakh for the India vs Pakistan matches, while for the non-India matches, the ad rate for 10 second is Rs 2.3 lakh. The India matches plus the final for ODIs has been priced at Rs 17 lakh per 10 seconds.
Asia Cup is scheduled to be held from 30 August, 2023, to September 17, 2023.
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Sorted 360 wins creative & social media mandate of Reliance Mall
The agency will manage offline and online campaigns for Reliance Mall
Sorted 360, an integrated creative and social media agency, has won the mandate to providing brand solutions for Reliance Malls across India.
“Sorted 360 is set to enhance Reliance Malls' market presence with their unparalleled creative prowess and strategic thinking,” read a press release.
“Sorted 360's commitment to pushing the boundaries of creative communication aligns perfectly with Reliance Malls' ethos. With a pan-India presence spanning across 19 cities and growing, Reliance Malls has consistently captivated customers by offering an array of Reliance brands and third-party fashion & lifestyle brands. The mall has established an unparalleled connection with its patrons through superior quality, a remarkable value proposition, and an unmatched shopping experience,” it read further.
"We are thrilled to welcome Sorted 360 as our trusted partner in advancing our brand presence across the nation," said the Head of Marketing at Relaice Malls. "Their proven expertise in retail, shopping center management, and innovative creative strategies make them the perfect fit for our vision."
"Partnering with Reliance Malls is a testament to our commitment to shaping extraordinary brand experiences," remarked Prerana Anatharam, Co-founder of Sorted 360. "We are excited to leverage our strategic and creative acumen to further elevate Reliance Malls as the epitome of convenience, choice, and excellence."
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KlugKlug onboards Hemang Mehta as Country Manager for Indias
Mehta was most recently Head of Agency Relationships at Network 18 Media & Investments
KlugKlug has appointed Hemang Mehta as its Country Manager for India.
Mehta will play a pivotal role in driving KlugKlug's growth and expansion within the Indian market and be responsible for Sales & GTM Strategy
Prior to that, he has also represented organisations like Exponential (now VDX.tv), India Today Digital and Rediff.com. His expertise spans various domains including digital media sales, mobile marketing, media planning, and buying, social media marketing, and more.
Hemang Mehta expressed his enthusiasm about joining KlugKlug, saying, "I am thrilled to be a part of KlugKlug, a forward-thinking platform that is reshaping the influencer marketing landscape. As much as I look forward to collaborating with the exuberant team at KlugKlug, I am super excited to interact with the brands to deliver powerful data-backed Influencer solutions that will guarantee business outcomes."
Commenting on the appointment, Kalyan Kumar, Co-Founder and CEO of KlugKlug, stated, "We are excited to welcome Hemang Mehta to our team as the Country Manager for India. His extensive experience in digital media sales and marketing will be instrumental in driving our efforts to provide influencer marketing solutions to our clients. We believe Hemang's leadership will be key in scaling our operations and expanding our reach within the Indian market."
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