IMPACT Annv Spl: Kiran Khalap on 7 memorable press ads
Kiran Khalap, Co-founder, Chlorophyll Brand Consultancy, lists seven memorable press ads that left a lasting impression…

In order to come down to seven memorable ads, my own brief is first: Memorability, metric for this is- if the ad has found a home in the most expensive real estate on earth (i.e. my memory!) for over ten years, it must be included; second: Efficiency with the metric- if the ad can drill a hole in my brain with less space than most, it must be more efficient than most and third: Simplicity with the metric- can I replicate it on a Post-It? I am combining the three criteria of my brief (all self-imposed of course!), What I have done is recreated the ads from memory...on Post-Its! There are only two that I have downloaded from the net, because the visual wasn’t as easy to replicate for me. Here we go...in no particular order!
Alok Nanda, then with Trikaya, wrote this 30 cc ad. It asked for baby models and was targeted at mothers... though every male worth his salt read it too. A classic.
Everybody from Jerry Della Femina to John Hegarty believes modern advertising started with Bernbach; especially with the incredibly witty Volkswagen campaign. I chose this over the famous “Lemon” ad from the same campaign because the headline needs no further explanation. Imagine the ugly duckling of a Lunar Module with spread-eagled legs on the moon’s surface, and the simple understatement in the line takes on greater significance!
In 1995, when I visited Cannes for the first time, I was pleasantly surprised to see this tiny 20 cc ad win an award. A broken match stick, with just three words and a phone number below it! Unforgettable.
My partner at Chlorophyll, Anand Halve, wrote the theme line for this campaign: “Sunday ho ya Monday, roz khao andey” in 1988. The line was predominantly exposed on TV. The press advertising, though, had the unmistakable stamp of Muhammad Khan. (What you see is the banner on the NECC website, being used even today!) In this particular press ad though, I enjoy the multiple layers: the egg is mother Nature’s breast...but hey, it’s actually meant for a grown-up mother who is meant to feed her child!
Earlier, The Economist ads were long-copy ads...then somewhere along the way, David Abbott of Abbott Mead Vickers struck this rich vein of intelligent, short headlines that capture its motto: “To take part in a severe contest between intelligence, which presses forward, and an unworthy, timid ignorance obstructing our progress”. This particular ad seems even more relevant to those advertising and marketing firms that believe they can survive on vapourware:-)
My father was a commercial artist with Metal Box. For him the annual CAG exhibition was a touchpoint of excellence in commercial art. Every year, I would accompany him to the Jehangir Art Gallery. I still remember this ad for Maharashtra Bank from a CAG Annual: it was created by the legendary writer and art director Arun Kolatkar. Jalebis on Day One, peanuts on Day 25? Brother, why not learn to save? Twenty-five years later, I had the privilege of working with this genius... and he launched my book of fiction!
My last choice is not even an ad, and the magazine it was created for was not even published! Herb Lubalin was a legendary art director in the 1940s; but he was more famous because he “used his extraordinary talent to transform words and meaning, and raised typography from the level of craft to art.” (www.aiga.org) For me, this logo communicates more than an entire press ad can: all the tenderness of a mother just through an ampersand!
(Kiran Khalap is Co-founder of Chlorophyll Brand Consultancy.)
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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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