Google (Emotional) Search reunion ad moves hearts
The striking film has an extremely emotional plot and brilliant characters. The product offering is perfectly embedded in the new ad

Their wounds have not healed, their sorrows still prevail and with moist eyes they always remember those good old days when there was love, prosperity and brotherhood between the two nations. It’s the tragic tale of India – Pakistan partition that has left a deep imprint across many generations on both sides of the border. So how about reuniting two friends separated by circumstances?
Google, one of the most loved brands in the online space, has launched an emotional campaign that consists of a three-minute lead film and four short films focussed on Google’s search functionality. For a brand with which people connect every day, there was a need for a thought that could cut through the familiarity that the brand enjoys and remind people of the role it plays in their daily lives – of not just searching but finding whatever they look for.
Conceptualised by Ogilvy & Mather, the campaign will open a window of conversation for people to discover the many more magical uses of Google.
The film opens with an old man narrating his childhood memories to his granddaughter. He mentions his childhood friend who was separated from him during partition. The granddaughter in India decides to surprise her grandfather on his birthday by reuniting him with his friend (who is now in Pakistan) after over six decades of separation, with help from Google.
Abhijit Avasthi, National Creative Director, Ogilvy India said, “We wanted to bring Google Search closer to the people. Google is a technology product but it is an emotional brand, so we wanted to do something in its tone. We wanted people to realise how magical Google Search can be, even if you are looking for practical information.”
Has the partition story touched many hearts?
Expert take
Prathap Suthan, Managing Partner and Chief Creative Officer, Bang in the Middle said, “Of course it connects very well with the audience. It isn’t a commercial meant for or directed at net-savvy people. It’s meant for people who still don’t know what Google is, and what people can do with its search capability. It’s pretty basic actually. As much as it is down to earth, it is also relevant to contemporary daily use and efficiency. If you look at the film, it’s a beautifully crafted product film; one that uses a large and often controversial context to showcase the features of Google. The story of finding a friend just humanises the whole product angle. It uses two extreme audiences to pull that off. More than that, the well-accepted use of Google among the younger generation, and in their willingness to use Google to help out others, especially older people, comes through strongly in the film.”
He added, “Importantly, in this film, the youngsters aren't seeing the whole angst of partition at all. They are just merely helping their grandfathers to find each other again, or helping two friends meets. Nothing more.”
“One more critical thing that also comes through clearly is the difference between Google and Facebook. Using FB to find friends is a narrow, linear line and method. Google, on the other hand, goes lateral. It allows us to use the whole context of the world and information to home in on someone. I bet the granddaughter wouldn’t have been able to find her granddad's friend on FB. Not if she started her search and deduction by looking for the Ancient Gate,” added Suthan.
Our take
It’s a magical reunion of two friends separated by boundaries. Many families and friends parted ways overnight and this film is a reflection of the many stories of reunion – where human passion and hope overcame time and borders.
The film has moved hearts through its wonderful execution. It truly reflects the pain of two friends separated by destiny. However, the reunion is overwhelming and the background score adds to the emotional connect. The film is emotional, entertaining and will be watched by viewers again and again.
The product is perfectly embedded in the ad and the whole idea of showcasing the supreme features of the search engine has been brought alive. The brand has managed to strike up a conversation to showcase the different uses of Google through the lead film and the other short films.
It is a striking film by the brand with an extremely emotional plot, brilliant characters and perfect product placement, highlighting the features loud and clear.
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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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