Honda launches latest TVC campaign for CB Shine SP

The ‘Effortless Style Gets Sportier!’ campaign focusses on the evolution of the existing communication of the product- ‘Effortlessly Stylish’ and fortifies it with the addition of a new flavor – ‘sportiness’.

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Published: May 26, 2018 10:04 AM  | 5 min read

Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India Pvt. Ltd. has rolled out the latest 360 degree campaign – ‘Effortless Style Gets Sportier’ for new CB Shine SP. Developed by Asatsu DK Fortune Communications (ADK-Fortune), the campaign is on air across all popular channels.

From its debut in 2015, CB Shine SP has been the choice of youngsters seeking extra features. Honda’s urban commuter motorcycle CB Shine SP has gained several new value additions in 2018. The new tank shroud with speed lines enhances the style quotient adding an attitude of sportiness to the overall appeal of the motorcycle. The 2018 CB Shine SP also gets new graphics, Digital-Analogue meter with Service Due Indicator and a low maintenance seal chain.

Campaign Objective:

The objective of campaign is to strengthen the style imagery of CB Shine SP and take it to the next level. It infuses an extra element of sportiness which comes from the refreshed new style of CB Shine SP. The campaign targets customers seeking for extra features in the segment and aspire to be ‘special’.

The ‘Effortless Style Gets Sportier!’ campaign focusses on the evolution of the existing communication of the product- ‘Effortlessly Stylish’ and fortifies it with the addition of a new flavor – ‘sportiness’ t. The CB Shine SP makes the rider special and enables him to personify style naturally and effortlessly.

Brief shared with agency:

The aspirational youngsters want to be stylish, but do not want to be seen as trying too hard while being so. The new CB Shine SP with a host of attractive features and new refreshed style is hard to resist and difficult to get unnoticed on the roads.

Approach:

Honda’s ‘Effortless Style gets Sportier’ campaign is set in beautiful locations which gives a very fresh and focussed feel to the film, amplifying a sportier than before image of CB Shine SP.

The narrative reinforces how CB Shine SP is more than just a product but evokes a ‘special’ emotional connect. All this while rationally reinforcing that it is ahead of competition when it comes to product attributes.

Film Description:

The story starts with a beautiful girl in her early 20’s, walking and exploring a street market. She stops at a magazine store and picks up a magazine. The cover page reads ‘Effortless Style’ with Bollywood actor- Himansh Kohli, featured on it. Attracted to his style, the girl sub-consciously starts day dreaming. In her dream, she imagines herself as a pillion with Himansh riding the stylish CB Shine SP on beautiful, winding roads with green landscapes & tea gardens.

As they continue to ride, the young woman cuddles with the rider, thoroughly enjoying the ride. While they glide ahead on smooth roads, the camera focusses on special features of CB Shine SP - new sporty tank shroud, sporty graphics, digital analogue meter, Service Due Indicator & clock, low maintenance seal chain, 125cc HET engine, 5 speed transmission, Combi Brake System (CBS) with equalizer and low rolling resistance tyres.

Completely engrossed in the company & the beautiful ride of CB Shine SP, she points out a spot during the ride and as they stop, she captures their moment of togetherness in a selfie. Her dream comes to an end as Himansh applies breaks on the motorcycle. She is surprised to return from her dream to the real world and realises the protagonist is standing across the road leaning on the stylish sporty CB Shine SP. The sequence concludes with a voiceover- ‘You are special in every way’, highlighting how every CB Shine SP rider is special.

The film ends with ‘Honda CB Shine SP. Effortless style gets sportier’.

Speaking about the campaign Mr. Yadvinder Singh Guleria, Senior Vice President, Sales & Marketing, Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India Pvt. Ltd. said, “The new CB Shine SP 'Effortless style gets Sportier’ campaign differentiates the CB Shine SP rider as someone who doesn’t have to try hard to look stylish, he is effortlessly stylish naturally. And now he gets an extra boost of sportiness which makes him a bonafide style icon.”

Mr. Subroto Pradhan, Managing Partner, ADK Fortune Communications Pvt. Ltd., added “The new Honda CB Shine SP has gone up a notch above with its sportier looks and features. It truly mirrors the riders’ imagery, whose effortless style exudes a certain charm. In a rather playful and sporty way.”

Mr. Akashneel Dasgupta, NCD, ADK Fortune Communications Pvt. Ltd., said “Honda CB Shine SP has a distinct imagery compared to Honda CB Shine. It is younger and cooler. And all its new features make it distinct. We have captured the essence of the brand in a simple story, shot beautifully.”

Commenting on the campaign Mr. Prasenjit Bordoloi, Creative Director, ADK Fortune Communications Pvt. Ltd., said “We’re thrilled to help create the next chapter of the Honda CB Shine SP. A stylish bike that does everything effortlessly. And adding to this effortless image of the brand, is its sporty features. We kept it simple. A story-line that is all about the bike and how it makes the life of its user effortless.”

Mr. Himansh Kohli, Bollywood Actor & Main Protagonist of the TVC campaign, said “Being a part of the CB Shine SP family, it gives me great pleasure to star in this ad. The motorcycle’s style quotient attracts the youth and the new sporty looks is an added attention.”

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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

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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