If not advtg, I would try theater. If that doesn't work out, I may have to sell idlis: Shashi Nambiar
Nambiar, a writer with Leo Burnett Worldwide talks about his learnings from advtg, the 'Fab 4' of the industry he looks up to and his parents wanting him to be a 'good boy'

Shashi Nambiar a.k.a Shashi bhaiyya (a name fondly given to him by his peers) is a writer with Leo Burnett Worldwide. His last stint was with JWT. In this week’s Youth Quotient, Nambiar talks about how he entered adland, his admiration for the ‘Fab 4’ of the industry and much more...
He says that when he is not thinking of ideas, he dreams about making a mark in the film industry. But before that “there's a lot to be done in adland”, he adds.
What are the three things that the industry has taught you?
A creative job requires considerable amount of patience and discipline. Keep trying and you will be rewarded. And yeah, listen to your parents when they ask you to be a good boy.
What do you love about your job and what are the things you dislike?
The thing that I love about my job is that the timings are flexible and I can work from home. And the thing that I hate about my job is that the timings are flexible and I should work from home.
Why did you decide to be a part of the advertising industry?
My parents always wanted me to be a ‘good boy’. Top the class, be obedient, be an engineer, not watch TV all the time, be punctual, eat on time, sleep on time, get married at the right age (to an equally obedient mallu girl) etc. etc. Yeh sab apne ko jamaa nahin bhai! And I guess that’s how advertising ended up being a part of me.
Which is the one project you are proud to have associated with?
I don’t think it’s fair to pick projects. I’ve always believed in working for brands and I’ve loved my association with all the brands that I’ve worked for. But if I must pick, Thomas Cook’s ‘Readymade Holidays’ and an ongoing project for HDFC Life are few I have thoroughly enjoyed working on.
If you wouldn’t have been in this industry, what do you think you would be doing?
I love films and thanks to a friend, I got an opportunity to act in one. The experience was simply overwhelming. If not advertising, I would definitley try my hand at theater as an actor / writer. Woh bhi nahin jamaa toh, idli ka gaadi daalne ke alawaa kya option bachta hai?
Who is the one leader in the industry whom you look up to?
There are quite a few people actually: R Balki, Nitesh Tiwari, Piyush Pandey. But the one person who has inspired me the most is Agnello Dias; maybe, because I got a chance to interact and work with him. The project was small but the experience was big. Hopefully, I’ll get a chance to work closely with the rest at some point in my life. Two more names that deserve a special mention are Vistasp Hodiwala and Ram Jayaraman. They are my mentors and without them, I wouldn’t be doing this interview. Whatever little I know about advertising is because of them and I hope I get a chance to work with them again.
Five brands, you would want to work with…
Aahh…I’m glad you asked this question. Well, there are ads that win at Cannes, there are ads that stay with you, and then there are ads you wish you had done. I love the Imperial Blue ‘Men Will Be Men’ ads. Imagine the thrill in writing those. Apart from that, Tanishq, Cadbury, Skittles, Nike, Axe deodrants are some of the brands I’d love to work with.
Where do you see yourself five years from now?
Now you’re beginning to sound like my dad!
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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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