With EVs, we are at 6% penetration in India with 94% still to go: Kinetic Green's Sulajja Firodia Motwani

With EVs, we are at 6% penetration in India with 94% still to go: Kinetic Green's Sulajja Firodia Motwani

The CEO and founder spoke to Campaign India on the sidelines of the company's two-wheeler launch and rebranding about its vision of bringing e-mobility to the masses, on reviving the 'Luna' in an e-avatar, and why the lack of charging infra is not a concern for the EV-maker

I've seen so many acquisitions done the wrong way: Christian de la Villehuchet

I've seen so many acquisitions done the wrong way: Christian de la Villehuchet

On his second trip to India this year, Havas’ global chief integration officer, sheds light on the group’s M&A policy, the importance of building ‘complementary’ and not ‘competing’ offerings, while sharing his view on the recent mergers at WPP, and more...

Today the GQ universe is more inclusive and less gender-specific: Che Kurrien

Today the GQ universe is more inclusive and less gender-specific: Che Kurrien

In the run-up to the 15th edition of the ‘Men of the Year’ event, Che Kurrien reflects on the changing face of masculinity in Indian society, the need to widen the lens of progressivism and inclusivity in the men’s magazine space, and more...

The CMO's MO: Maruti Suzuki's Shashank Srivastava on driving customer ethos for the automaker

The CMO's MO: Maruti Suzuki's Shashank Srivastava on driving customer ethos for the automaker

Shashank Srivastava, senior executive officer, marketing and sales, Maruti Suzuki India, headlines this edition by delving into being a completely 'customer-obsessed' CMO and giving a peek into his lesser-known fascination for the origins of the universe and human evolution.

E-commerce vs offline festive clash: Is the consumer the winner?

E-commerce vs offline festive clash: Is the consumer the winner?

We explore who will be the winner in the online vs brick-and-mortar marketing blitzkrieg this festive season while trying to understand the factors behind 'predatory pricing' and 'deep discounts'.

The CMO's MO: TTK Prestige's Anil Gurnani on striving to go beyond 'mere functionality'

The CMO's MO: TTK Prestige's Anil Gurnani on striving to go beyond 'mere functionality'

Anil Gurnani, chief sales and marketing officer, TTK Prestige, spills the beans on his wanderlust and constantly seeking fresh ideas to following a 'data-driven AI approach' for enhanced decision-making

We will be brave and fun in our upcoming campaigns: Ikea India’s Anna Ohlin

We will be brave and fun in our upcoming campaigns: Ikea India’s Anna Ohlin

Amid the festive marketing blitz, the Ikea India country marketing manager sheds light on how the Swedish brand is testing Indian waters and finding ways to mix the ‘Swedishness’ and ‘Ikeaness’ together with ‘Indianess’, and more

The CMO's MO: Damyant Khanoria on 'risk-taking' and sustainability in the smartphone space

The CMO's MO: Damyant Khanoria on 'risk-taking' and sustainability in the smartphone space

Oppo India's chief marketing officer gets candid on speaking five languages, his three focus areas for Oppo, and following the brand's mantra of 'doing the right things and doing things right'.

Customer experience can no longer be an afterthought: David Shulman, global CEO, Havas CX

Customer experience can no longer be an afterthought: David Shulman, global CEO, Havas CX

With a mission to reshape brands through exceptional customer experiences, Havas' Shulman discusses strategies for balancing soaring consumer expectations with personalised and meaningful interactions in a fiercely competitive market.

Emami at 50: A tale of two Radhey Shyams, their families and one successful business

Emami at 50: A tale of two Radhey Shyams, their families and one successful business

Campaign India has a freewheeling conversation with Emami Group India's directors and second-generation scions, on the secrets and trials of running a business with three generations from two different families, becoming a leading FMCG brand, pioneering in-film advertising and more.

How green is India's adland valley?

How green is India's adland valley?

In light of the COP28 agreement to transition from fossil fuels and India's ad watchdog's directives to curb greenwashing, where do Indian agencies stand on the matter, especially in working with clients?

The CMO’s MO: 'The industry should bring in simplification in communication' says Edelweiss Tokio's marketer

The CMO’s MO: 'The industry should bring in simplification in communication' says Edelweiss Tokio's marketer

CMO Abhishek Gupta reveals his love for the mountains, the reason why he advocates for simplifying insurance communication, emphasising the urgent necessity to make it easily understandable.

The agencies of the future understand creators and new forms of content: Roshan Abbas

The agencies of the future understand creators and new forms of content: Roshan Abbas

Campaign catches up with Kommune India's founder Roshan Abbas on what drives his initiatives—Voices of Tomorrow and SpokenFest—and why sometimes, it's okay to ignore business plans to pursue a passion project.

90% of crises in the automotive industry are predictable: Nissan’s Lavanya Wadgaonkar

90% of crises in the automotive industry are predictable: Nissan’s Lavanya Wadgaonkar

The global vice president of communications at Nissan shared insights on tactfully handling PR flare-ups and communications crises in the digital era, whilst also championing DEI and more, during her India visit

Younger consumers are expecting brands to play a role in society: Zeenia Bastani

Younger consumers are expecting brands to play a role in society: Zeenia Bastani

In a chat with Campaign India, Maybelline New York & NYX professional makeup's GM, shares insights on how tech is changing the beauty game, what younger consumers expect from brands, and more.

No risk of consumer fatigue with hyper-personalised communication: Suparna Mitra

No risk of consumer fatigue with hyper-personalised communication: Suparna Mitra

The CEO of Titan Watches and Wearables, spoke to Campaign India on reaching out to the discerning Indian consumer through its premium watches brand Nebula by Titan, and the collaboration with Sushmita Sen

The CMO's MO: HDFC ERGO’s Somesh Surana on why AI and data analytics are game changers

The CMO's MO: HDFC ERGO’s Somesh Surana on why AI and data analytics are game changers

The head of digital business and marketing at the general insurance firm gets candid about challenges in the insurance space, AI’s evolving role in garnering marketing insights, and which brand's campaigns he looks forward to the most.

Global CEO Thom Newton on Conran Design Group's network expansion

Global CEO Thom Newton on Conran Design Group's network expansion

As Havas announces Conran Design Group’s rebrand as its new flagship network, Campaign asks about its intent, the roll out from India, and what it truly means to be a 'citizen brand'.

How luxury brands are wooing the new-age consumer

How luxury brands are wooing the new-age consumer

We deep dive into the high-end, as premium goes digital and luxury shopping sees a surge in India in recent times.

Mastercard's Raja Rajamannar on making the right cricket partnership

Mastercard's Raja Rajamannar on making the right cricket partnership

The chief marketing and communications officer shares insights into Mastercard's decision to tie up with the ICC, and on choosing not to renew the BCCI partnership