Bilimorias set to whet bacchus lovers’ thirst with ‘Liquid’

The House of Bilimorias is venturing into the publishing field with its new magazine, ‘Liquid’, which is set to hit the stands on May 3. A bimonthly, Liquid will cover the bar culture within India’s drinks industry and carries an in-depth understanding of global premium drinks and bar industry.

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Published: Apr 28, 2006 7:18 AM  | 4 min read
Bilimorias set to whet bacchus lovers’ thirst with ‘Liquid’

The House of Bilimorias is venturing into the publishing field with its new magazine, ‘Liquid’, which is set to hit the stands on May 3. A bimonthly, Liquid will cover the bar culture within India’s drinks industry and carries an in-depth understanding of global premium drinks and bar industry.

The magazine is being launched to cater to the growing need of the premium bar, drinks and restaurant industries for information and news. Elucidating the need to launch Liquid magazine, its Managing Director and Publisher, Nadir Bilimoria, said, “These sectors are developing at such a rapid rate and there was a gap in the market for a quality publication for those who are catering to the upmarket clientele. Besides the content, one of the things that distinguishes the magazine is the size and style. It is an A5 size magazine and the design is contemporary and trendy, which synchronises with the direction the bar / restaurant industries are heading and reflects the aspirations and design-conscious demands of the people who work in the industry.”

The magazine will be distributed to key decision-makers across the bar, clubs, drinks and restaurant industries in India, with eventual distribution in Dubai, the UK and regions in America and Europe. Approximately 15,000 copies will be distributed to owners, managers, food / drink journalists and other key decision makers in India’s hospitality industry. It is complimentary to the trade and available to consumers through subscription.

“Liquid is a trade magazine, so the content is geared to help and inform people in the trade. The contents are topical and relevant and along with special features like industry interviews, training, bartending, cocktail mixing, we will have regular sections discussing new and existing venues, wine, sound, lighting, music and much more. The focus is on India’s industry, but we are also getting a global perspective – featuring international bars, restaurants, etc – giving the magazine a very international feel. Several of the magazine’s contributors are also European, so that helps in getting a more rounded view of what is happening in the industry as a whole,” said Bilimoria.

Elaborating on the advertising and promotional strategy, he said, “Liquid has a restricted circulation. It is meant for key decision-makers, including owners, managers, food and beverage managers and bartenders across bars in India, clubs, restaurants and select four and five star hotels. These establishments serve alcohol and the aim is to keep them informed of the laws and other aspects of the alcohol drinks industry and to train staff serving alcohol by working with brands to promote responsible drinking within their establishments. Alcoholic brands in India have never had a vehicle that allows them to promote themselves properly to the trade, and Liquid bridges this gap in the top-end of the market.”

“With so many foreign and local alcoholic brands being launched in the market, it is important for professionals within the industry to be informed. Specific brand extensions like the Liquid Bar Awards 2006 are being launched to help promote the magazine and establish it as a must read for the drinks sector,” Bilimoria added.

Liquid, in association with Cobra Beer, is instituting an annual awards – Liquid Bar Awards – which acknowledge and celebrate the increasing success and growth of the bar and drinks industry in India. The awards have been instituted to recognise some of the major players who have been instrumental in strengthening India’s bar and drinks industry.

Commenting on this tie-up, Perses Bilimoria, Regional Director, Cobra Beer, said, “We at Cobra Beer in India are delighted to be associated with the launch of Liquid magazine in India and the first presentation of the Liquid Bar Awards. We see this as an exciting synergy for the entire bar and drinks industry, the opportunities of which are yet to be unleashed.”

He further said, “The potential for both Liquid Bar Awards and Liquid magazine going forward is great, considering the exponential growth of the drinks industry in the coming years. It will be gratifying to have both the magazine and the Awards seize this glowing opportunity in creating a niche, interactive and stylish forum for the drinks and bar industry.”

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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

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Published: Oct 27, 2023 6:15 PM  | 1 min read
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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'

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Published: Oct 27, 2023 6:07 PM  | 1 min read
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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

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Published: Aug 26, 2023 11:48 AM  | 1 min read
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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

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Published: Aug 26, 2023 10:54 AM  | 1 min read
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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

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Published: Aug 24, 2023 3:35 PM  | 1 min read
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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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