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Shah Rukh Khan’s soapy magic—LUX to Lifebuoy

Lifebuoy has long been associated with health and handwashing, but its recent collaboration with Shah Rukh Khan marks a clear shift in its branding approach.

Stuck in the past or built to last? Red Bull ads refuse to change but still work

The brand’s tagline, 'Red Bull Gives You Wiiings,' is one of the most recognisable in the world, almost synonymous with the energy drink category itself.

5 Star wanted the youth to do nothing on Valentine’s Day. It went all out for uncle romance

This is the fourth year in a row that 5 Star is pushing creative anti-Valentine's Day campaigns, all centred around its 'Do Nothing' tagline.

Boat’s ad countering ‘Made in China’ claims is bold and witty. It shuts the critics up

The brand attempted to reshape consumer perceptions about its identity and manufacturing philosophy. And, it did manage to do the job.

Myntra FWD ad is too cool with Gukesh, Viswanathan Anand. Who knew they could act

No one saw the collaboration between ‘Gukesh and Vishy sir’ coming. The new Myntra FWD ad now has over three million views.

Karan Johar and Ananya Panday endorsing Rajdhani Besan. Who came up with this PR disaster?

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and L’Oreal Paris, Virat Kohli and Puma, Ranveer Singh and Pepsi—these pairings click as they create an instant connection.

BGMI knows its gamer audience very well. Latest campaign celebrates World Introvert Day

The one-minute ad features actor and film editor Sangeeth Prathap, who was last seen in the 2024 Malayalam hit, Premalu. It's crisp, relatable and conveys the message.

What does the extra ‘w’ in Groww mean? New ad answers in a poem

Little is known about the copywriter behind the ad, but the audience is demanding a raise for them.

Swiggy Instamart’s New Year ad is a total buzzkill. Even Himesh Reshammiya couldn’t save it

Over the past two years, Swiggy Instamart has established itself as a frontrunner in creative advertising, consistently delivering commercials that blend humour and sharp storytelling.

IKEA’s closet experience, 5 Star’s AI disruption—a look back at the best ads of 2024

From hidden messages in newspapers to metro announcements, brands surprised the audience with unexpected collaborations and bold creative moves. They weren’t afraid to push boundaries.

On Camera

Resetting Afghanistan ties is geopolitical need. Gandhis are showing their diplomatic ignorance

With two hostile neighbours in the immediate vicinity and one in the greater region, it is imperative that New Delhi forge alliances that can offer some stability.

Niti Aayog recommends fully decriminalising 12 offences under new I-T Act to ‘foster more trust’

Recommendations appear in Niti Aayog’s Tax Policy Working Paper Series–II. It says there is a need to shift away from fear-based enforcement to trust-based governance.

India, UK sign £350 mn deal for Martlet. What are these Lightweight Multirole Missiles

In service with the British military since 2019, it is also known as the Martlet missile. Ukrainians have also deployed these missiles against Russian troops.

CJI, IPS, IAS & Homebound: A wake-up call 75 years in the making

Education, reservations, govt jobs are meant to bring equality and dignity. That we are a long way from that is evident in the shoe thrown at the CJI and the suicide of Haryana IPS officer. The film Homebound has a lesson too.