Does Adidas's viral spot capture #TheRealKashmir?

Adidas ad film to celebrate its association with Real Kashmir FC has clocked over 1,790,806 views on YouTube (until the time of writing this article)

e4m by Misbaah Mansuri
Published: Nov 6, 2018 8:37 AM  | 4 min read
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Adidas recently rolled out an ad film to celebrate its association with Real Kashmir FC which is the first team from the valley to play in I-League. Conceptualized by Cheil WW India, the ad is the second leg of the month long initiative to reinforce the story of Real Kashmir and effectuate positive change in the valley through sport. We take a look at this ad which has clocked over 1,790,806 views on YouTube (until the time of writing this article). What makes it standout? What doesn't?

 

The creative cut

The ad is a narrative shot from the point of view of an octogenarian Kashmiri who has seen the beauty of the valley taken over by the unrest and paranoia. Through this lens it shows to the audience how Kashmir is changing yet again, but this time its football that is bringing the transformation.

The film captures the emotions of an old man who is sitting on the stands of a mighty football stadium reminiscing, how he has seen it all change for the better and how he has felt football bringing in a positive change in the valley. It takes the audience on a journey, highlighting the efforts made by club fighting through the second division of I-League into the finals, garnering support from the locals.

Film concludes by revealing that the protagonist, Umar Mir is visually impaired yet could feel football change the valley for the better through his unbiased, unadulterated vision. In that conclusion the film beautifully transcends all history and leaves the audience with a powerful yet silent message. If a visually impaired person can feel the positive side of Kashmir through sports, why can’t the world around him feel it, with their eyes open?

Shamim Miraj, Founder, Real Kashmir FC and Aneesh Jaisinghani, Executive Creative Director, Cheil India shared more insights on the campaign.

Miraj said that Kashmir, is a big story, a football club from Kashmir, is an even bigger story and a football club from Kashmir that qualified for the I-League in just 2 years, is a gigantic story. “You don’t ask for much more than this in advertising to crack a campaign,” he remarked.

He shared that the film is LIVE on YouTube and Facebook. “There is a media innovation that is a part of the campaign where a famous newspaper, The Kashmir Monitor, has brought the sports page to its front page. Another leg of the campaign is a series of photographs shot by renowned photographer Prashant Godbole that shows Kashmir through the lens of sports. These photographs will later be exhibited across many cities in India as a part of the campaign,” revealed Miraj.

Jaisinghani shared that the most challenging part about this media agnostic campaign has been to ensure that the various legs come to life and the campaign is able to do its job of convincing people to change their perception and see The Real Kashmir.

Over to experts

Says Amit Shankar, NCD, Publicis Capital, "The TVC shows Kashmir in a different light. Showing how sports can unite people. The music lets you know from where the story is. As a brand, it is a step in the right direction for Adidas as it fits well with their narrative. And yes, as they always say, great stories make great content.”

Mithun Mukherjee, Associate Creative Director, Grapes Digital feels that using conflict as a backdrop to tell a creative story is not new. “It has been used to different ends in advertising - sometimes to raise money and on other occasions, raise awareness. Then there is a third kind, the slightly unexpected route. Taking the conflict and showcasing a different side of it through storytelling, and instilling hope in the mind of the consumer. This film by Adidas on the Real Kashmir FC is an example of this last kind, and a shining one at that,” he opines.

Mukherjee says that the creative execution gets the viewer cheering right along the excited football fans. “An absolutely stellar voiceover, along with a traditional Kashmiri song playing in the background throughout keeps the tension high. Shots of the Dal, the serene hillsides, warm cups of tea all make you want to tear through the barrier of your screen and step right in.” He opines that what makes the ad really stand out is the fact that the film manages to address quite a few conversations in a surprisingly small amount of time.

Ad-film-maker Satish Chopra likes how the communication essays the positive change in Kashmir through sports. “From the idea to the execution, it does tick the right boxes. I love how it brings out a different side of Kashmir,” he says.
 

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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

e4m by e4m Staff
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'

e4m by e4m Staff
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

e4m by exchange4media Staff
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

e4m by exchange4media Staff
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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