Is OnePlus latest unboxing video a hit or miss?
Industry experts weigh in on the recently released unboxing video of the OnePlus 7 Pro, featuring "Bunty" of Sacred Games

Are you bored of watching smartphone unboxing videos by tech gurus who try to give total gyaan about the phone? Well, here comes something unusual. Smartphone major OnePlus unveiled their latest phone last week. Soon after the launch, the company uploaded a video on the digital platform, which created a lot of buzz for its content and approach.
Netflix recently partnered with OnePlus and unveiled posters of its much-awaited action drama series Sacred Games 2. The released posters featuring Saif Ali Khan and Nawazuddin Siddiqui were shot on OnePlus 7 Pro. This is for the first time that a brand has taken such a bold step.
The four-minute video is a completely different experience for viewers, as they are not used to these kinds of content from smartphone makers. Right from the idea to dialogues and character, everything is fresh.
The video features ‘Bunty’ (Jatin Sarna), the popular character from Sacred Games. He is seen unboxing the newly launched OnePlus 7 Pro, using harsh language, which character of ‘Bunty’ in Sacred Games is known for. In fact, before the start of the video, YouTube has put a disclaimer, “The video may be inappropriate for some users”. In a span of 5 days, it has already garnered the attention of 1,793,787 viewers.
We spoke to industry experts to know their view on the digital video and whether it is able to strike a right chord?
According to Jagdeep Kapoor, CMD, Samsika Marketing Consultants, “The ad and the unboxing is explosive! The opening is attention-grabbing and the character is really ‘one plus ‘. Secondly, it cuts the clutter. The lingo is relevant to today’s young audience. If, we can see episodes of the series with this language, why not the ad. It is real. All the while, through the interesting behavior and language (maybe unacceptable to some), makes the brand acceptable to many! But, in an unnoticeable manner, explains all the features and benefits to a tough customer. It is able, acceptable and memorable. Whether people buy behaviour or not, they will buy the brand.
“Setting the unboxing format in the sacred games universe is a smart move since it lets the phone do the talking in a context that regular people can enjoy as well. While product placement in movies and shows could turn out to be a jarring visual experience, which is usually the case, this coming together is entertaining and feels more authentic in a strange way” defines, Axon Alex, Head of Strategy, Jack in the Box Worldwide.
“What this does for the brand, “make it more accessible to people beyond the tech universe where it currently reigns king. By using the codes of its own category, it does so without alienating its core audience. One Plus becomes more ubiquitous while keeping its cult brand credentials intact tying up with a show which has built a cult-like following” he adds on.
Raghu Bhat, Founder & Copywriter, Scarecrow M&C Saatchi describes that the ad stands out effortlessly, with a funny script. “The acting is top notch. The language is 'real'. One Plus is ok to embrace the trade-off of achieving high recall while possibly, alienating some people. However, other brands should refrain from doing similar ads. The next brand to do so, will not be a 'trend-setter'. With this ad, One Plus comes across as a real, authentic voice, in contrast to the 'insincere' and 'lofty incredulous' storylines that pervade advertising”.
Ashish Mishra, Managing Director, Interbrand has a different take on the ad, where he raises few observations to the brand.
Mishra said “There’s a glut of edgy content as a formula on streaming platforms. Driven by the style of global content on streaming platforms and aggravated by a pent up desire by creators to go uncensored. That defines the content style of today. Less than the content it is the tone of voice that defines it. Creating sameness across all the platforms. Advertising simply borrows from it. Without caring much about its appropriateness or relevance”.
He further added, “That’s the downside of such sensationalisation aimed at creating attention on social. It works evidently. Such kind of content trends and this is trending. But is that an upside truly? Is this the only way? Is this tone of voice and personality reflective of the brand? If it is indeed designed to be a brand that is edgy and targets the consumers of such content then it surely works at a brand level too. That’s where there may be questions to ask. It surely will not fly with both the genders. Is the brand ok with putting off half its potential target gender-wise? Or is the desperation to get viral reached a level where that is all that matters?”
At a responsibility level, it creates more questions. Is this how brands want to contribute to pop culture? Or it is fine for the brand to be so on the digital platforms that are supposedly not family consumption?”
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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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