Noorings: Guess Who’s Back...
IRS-NRS merger, AdAsia in India, Sony in top order – quite a lot in the Indian media space is back...

I have often heard people say that sometimes you are so close to the action that you miss most of the drama and the pace associated with it. And I guess there is some truth in that.
The coverage of Cannes Lions 2011 and the work on the exchange4media Conclave 2011 did not look out of the ordinary to me – it was, as they say, in a day’s work. But one month away from the industry, completely cut off from everything, and I returned to a host of changes that reminded me once again the pace of our industry – a thing, I daresay, I had by now taken for granted.
While I could put out a long list of things that achieved the ‘what are you saying’ from me on my return, in various conversations that I had with friends and people I respect, but there were few developments that truly stood out.
First on the list had to be the conversation of the merged IRS and NRS back in full force – so much so that the final stages of signing the agreement is just a few days away now. The last I heard on the subject, with some sense of action to it, was back in 2009. After that, it mostly appeared in MRUC and INS meetings and exchange4media columns and articles. It took our industry two years, and for some, only two years, to get this step going. And doesn’t matter the time it took, this has to be one of the most important developments I have had the chance to witness.
Being one of the reporters who listen to industry feedback on the gaps in readership data, and the impact that it directly has on the growth of the Indian print industry, I guess I understand what this merger means. When Lynn de Souza had first told me that the talks had finally begun on this, I didn’t imagine this is where we would be. But people like Ashish Bagga (CEO, India Today Group) and Sam Balsara (Chairman, Madison World) have made it happen. More than anything else, this development implies that when it matters, our industry factions and groups can unite for the common good of this industry.
The second news was that all preparations of AdAsia were in place now. AdAsia holds special interest to me right now, as despite being in this industry for over eight years, this would be my first. And I am all excited. I had only heard of the fantastic affair that the event was in 2003, when I had just joined, and the benchmark that it had set then. A benchmark that no other hosting country matched thereafter, and one that India is once again going to beat this year. If the AdAsia news so far is anything to go by, India will once again set a new standard at the event to be held in New Delhi this year. So AdAsia is back, and how...
The final development that I found kept coming in many conversations was Sony climbing to the number two position. Of course, it is ‘KBC’ and it is expected and blah blah blah... Well, let me tell you, just because it is ‘KBC’ does not mean it is expected. ‘KBC’ stopped doing well for Star after a while and the same can happen to Sony anytime. If the show works on the channel now, the channel deserves credit. But more than that, it is ‘Bade Acche Lagte Hain’ that is truly the talking point for Sony. After the longest time, Sony has got one fiction hit, and surprise, surprise, it comes from the house of the once Television Queen Ekta Kapoor.
I was not allowed to watch any television in the one-month break (when I had cut off, I meant it), but at least I got to hear a lot of what people are watching. And people (who visit my house) are watching a lot of Star, and shows like ‘Balika Vadhu’ and ‘Bade Acche Lagte Hain’. And it was great to see that there were ratings to support this viewing action.
Much is back in the time that I was away. And I am happy I got the chance to be once again reminded of the thrilling world that Indian marketing, media and advertising is. There always will be critics and people for the sake of drama, but until my time of being a cynic comes, I shall just relish the joy of being here...
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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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