Kurkure takes the crooked path, says ‘Try Tedha Yaar!’

Taking the brand proposition ahead, Kurkure’s new ad campaign banks on the idea that ‘unconventional is exciting in the bold new world’

e4m by Shree Lahiri
Published: Apr 2, 2012 10:01 AM  | 3 min read
Kurkure takes the crooked path, says ‘Try Tedha Yaar!’

The new message from Kurkure, the ‘unconventional’ namkeen brand from PepsiCo India appeals to everyone to try the crooked path. In itsNot starred latest brand campaign, it encourages ‘unconventionalism’ by asking all to “Try Tedha Yaar!”

Nalin Sood, Executive VP – Indian Snack Category, Pepsi Co India, while sharing the brand proposition said, “We started the journey with brand positioning of ‘Tedha Hai Par Mera Hai’ which celebrates imperfect and unconventional qualities in all of us. We are taking the brand positioning forward with a powerful thought to resonate with a larger consumer base and encourage ‘unconventionalism’ by asking India to ‘Try Tedha Yaar!’

Sood explained that dealing with the conflicts of a traditional outlook in a fast contemporary world, the average Indian household is becoming increasingly adept at change. This sets the premise of Kurkure’s latest campaign that asks consumers to deal with the conflicts of the new bold world by being assertively unconventional.

The brief

Elaborating on the brief given to the agency, Sood said that they were asked to scale the brand proposition of celebrating ‘unconventionalism’ and making it more relatable and meaningful for the consumers.

On how effectively the brief was translated to an ad campaign, he shared that the ad campaign brought out the idea. The ad uses multiple protagonists in the form of stereotypical mothers, who undergo transformation to a ‘Tedhi Mummy’ avatar after having Kurkure. It prompts her to be progressive towards life, family and household. The TVC communicates ‘Seedha toh sadha hota hai, isliye Kurkure kehta hai Try Tedha Yaar’.

Joy Chauhan, Executive Business Director, JWT said that the intent was to signal Kurkure’s ambition to become a master brand and consolidate its competitive advantage. The iconic sign-off ‘Tedha Hai Par Mera Hai’ is well recognised and loved, so the communication definitely had to reconfigure it to vibe well with 2012’s Indian societal truth and the attitude of modern Indian families.

Extending the 'Tedha' concept was challenging. Chauhan explained that Kurkure’s DNA is bold. However, ‘Tedhapan’, so far has been about ‘imperfections’. As a social commentator and quintessential family brand, Kurkure had to acquire a more identifiable mindset, which would reflect at its core and in its messaging. Therefore, ‘Tedhapan’ has been evolved from ‘imperfections’ to ‘being assertively unconventional’.

Celebrating the ‘unconventional’

The campaign’s latest TVC features Juhi Chawla, the brand ambassador of Kurkure. Speaking on the campaign, Juhi Chawla said, “I have had a fun-filled association with Kurkure for many years now and this campaign was no different. I especially enjoyed shooting for this particular campaign as it showcases a mother bound by conventional thinking trying to evolve into a new-age mother who is fun, progressive and adapts better to the fast changing world.”

Along with the communication, the brand has also refreshed its packaging to a new bolder, more energetic look that will appeal to consumers.

The media-mix

This latest campaign will be promoted through a mix of media that includes TV, radio, print and digital. Without divulging the actual ad spends, Sood revealed, “We are robustly investing in the campaign across consumer touch-points to seed in the new philosophy via TV, radio, print and online mediums.”

The brand will actively engage with the consumers in the digital and social media space. The consumer engagement plan with leading radio stations will be tied back to the digital initiatives to create strong 360 degree integration for the campaign.


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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

e4m by e4m Staff
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'

e4m by e4m Staff
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

e4m by exchange4media Staff
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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