Ranbir Kapoor dunks into the Oreo family

This is the first time that two adults have been shown in the ad in order to avoid being seen as a kids' brand

e4m by Twishy
Published: Dec 9, 2013 8:17 AM  | 5 min read
Ranbir Kapoor dunks into the Oreo family

Twisting, licking and dunking its way into Indian hearts, Oreo has already cornered a major stake in the premium cream biscuit market. This ritual of Oreo has brought fun-filled moments of bonding to countless families across the world. In 2011, Cadbury launched Oreo in India with attractive packaging at affordable price points. Through innovative advertising and clever pricing strategy, Oreo has clocked in sales and eaten into the shares of many biscuit giants.
In some of the ads, they have portrayed the chemistry between an adult and a child and in the recent ad for the strawberry cream variant, the brand has brought alive the playful equation between siblings. On the digital front, Oreo is one of the most engaging brand and Oreo Daily Dunks are the popular trends transformed to a creative expression. They are shared on the Oreo Facebook page to drive conversations. Each of the Daily Dunks shared on Facebook have received a good response in terms of shares, comments and likes. This endearing endeavour has worked in favour of the brand even on Twitter.

Ranbir, Karthi and Oreo are now friends
Recently, they have announced Ranbir Kapoor and Karthi as brand ambassadors for Oreo in India to take the family togetherness platform to the next level. This is the first time that two adults have been shown in the ad in order to avoid being seen as a kid’s brand. The two brand ambassadors have be introduced through a new campaign – ‘Connect Playfully’, based on the unique relationship shared by siblings. Oreo has been shown as the taste that bridges the divide between siblings. The new campaign captures the camaraderie and innocent mischief that underlines the relationship shared by siblings. The TVC has slice-of-life moments showcasing the spirit of competitiveness, childish rivalry and genuine love between a brother and sister.

Chella Pandyan, Associate Vice President – Biscuits, India & South Asia at Mondelez International shared, “We have had a successful journey since the launch in 2011. The consumer response to our whole mix so far has been great and we have been able to develop strong brand equity. It is our continuing endeavour to extend appeal of Oreo and this new campaign is a key step in that direction.”

He further stated, “Ranbir and Karthi have universal appeal and personalities that perfectly fit the lighthearted personality of the brand. We believe that with both of them on board it is going be a fun ride taking Oreo’s appeal to the next level.” The same set of ads will feature Tamil star Karthi in Tamil Nadu and Kerala. The core target audience for the campaign is mothers and with the new ad, the brand aims to broaden the appeal.

Apart from the TVC, a 360-degree campaign with outdoor, digital, radio and on-ground activities has also been planned to take the Oreo experience to more consumers.

Robby Mathews, National Creative Director, Interface Communications said, “It’s a fact of life. Siblings fight at the drop of a hat. And they make up even faster. This new film captures this life truth in a memorable manner.”

Such is the popularity of the cookie that cafes and ice-cream parlours have introduced Oreo-flavoured shakes and ice-creams. So, what is the need for a brand ambassador for a hugely popular brand? Are they trying to expand their consumer base and avoid being called a kid’s brand?

Ramanujam Sridhar, Founder CEO, brand-comm explained, “Celebrity endorsements in India are much more than in any other country, and this is perhaps to my mind another such example of that. Oreo is a widely-advertised brand and is recognised by almost everyone. Its acceptance is more than any other brand, so maybe they want to build on it and distance themselves from everybody else.”

“Ranbir Kapoor endorsing is a way of creating dominance for the brand. I am seeing a little change in the advertising also, because earlier there was a father and a daughter shown in the ad and the latest one has two siblings celebrating a birthday. It is typical Cadbury route of reaching out to young adults in addition to the earlier target audience. If they are widening their target audience and looking at teens instead of kids of 8-9 years old, then it makes sense as Ranbir is more appealing to the teens. But to my mind, it is a bit of an overkill,” Sridhar added.

According to KV Sridhar, Chief Creative Officer - India Subcontinent at Leo Burnett, the way the communication has been done will be very attractive for children as well as adults. “They want the brand to be universally likeable and create a wider appeal, hence they have roped in Ranbir Kapoor. He is liked by everyone and every parent wants a son like him, every sister wants a brother like him and every girl wants to have a boyfriend like him. So, the idea of roping him is a perfect one. It is the Cadbury’s strategy of having things that have a universal appeal. Even Gems expanded from children to adult consumption and Oreo is also adopting the same strategy,” he added.

KV Sridhar further said, “Oreo is not alienating from children, unlike others, and sibling rivalry is easily relatable for a 5-year old as well as a 50-year old. It is a charming commercial and will keep the audience hooked.”

Hence, this is not just another celebrity endorsement. It might be a game-changer for Oreo, helping them increase their market share and give sleepless nights to many.

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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

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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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