Suthan calls French an ad genius who showed us that the best advertising doesn’t shout — it whispers to you at 2 am when you should be asleep
21st November 2025In a world where anything glossy or hyper-real is instantly suspected to be AI, advertisers now face an unexpected challenge: proving their work is genuinely human-made
21st November 2025Anuj Bhandari, Co-founder, DGTOOHL, pens a piece on why accountability and campaign clarity will define the next chapter of India’s OOH evolution
21st November 2025As digital targeting surges and young audiences move screens, is TV still delivering the scale FMCG brands need—or are marketers rewriting the rules of mass media?
20th November 2025With a shift from personal tracking to contextual and first-party data strategies, can brands keep pace in the changing digital world?
19th November 2025Bisleri’s Director – Sales & Marketing, Tushar Malhotra reveals how the legacy brand stays fresh with bold campaigns, sustainability goals and storytelling that keeps it culturally relevant
19th November 2025Arjun Gupta, Founder & CEO, KragBuzz Sports, pens a piece on how rising aspiration, fitness culture and digital access are turning Tier-2 India into the next big athleisure market
18th November 2025Zahid Khan, Director – Shopping Experience, Amazon India, speaks to IMPACT about how creators are transforming discovery, trust and shopping behaviour nationwide
18th November 2025If Bihar showed how fast attention can be captured and Mamdani showed how identity can be built, which version of politics will India swipe right on?
17th November 2025At Tata Motors’ Sierra launch, Vivek Srivatsa of Tata Passenger Electric Mobility Ltd., explains the consumer trends driving the SUV’s return
17th November 2025As AI reshapes discovery, Anirudh Singla, CEO of Pepper Content, breaks down why brands must influence model memory instead of chasing SEO positions
17th November 2025Sajin Nair, Associate VP, Innominds (an AI-led digital product engineering company), pens a piece on the shift from storytelling to category design and how belief systems drive growth
14th November 2025Nitin Saini, VP- Marketing, Mondelez India, talks about how Lotus Biscoff’s entry in India reflects a changing snacking landscape shaped by evolving tastes & broader market access
14th November 2025Vijay Kaul, General Manager, Marketing, Yamaha Motor India Sales Pvt. Ltd talks about vision for growth and innovation in India
13th November 2025As MeitY pushes for labelled AI content, the demand for transparency grows, reshaping how brands create, verify, and publish campaigns — can India’s ad industry keep pace with these new rules?
13th November 2025In an exclusive interview, Praful Akali - Founder & MD, Medulla along with Director of US Operations - Andrew Schirmer discuss its leap into the US market
13th November 2025From Kingfisher’s jingle to Pepsi’s iconic line, brands are reviving their golden past to win modern hearts. Can nostalgia be the smartest way to stay relevant today?
12th November 2025Archana Khosla Burman, Founder, VERTICES PARTNERS & ZONE, offers hard-won insights on what truly derails start-ups—and how founders can build smarter, stronger, and more resilient ventures
12th November 2025Akhil Nair, Founder & CEO of Big Trunk Communications, examines how reputation has replaced promotion as the ultimate engine of brand credibility and consumer trust
11th November 2025Mappls is quietly building a navigation ecosystem designed for India’s roads and commuters. But, can an Indian-made map really challenge Google Maps?
11th November 2025Independent Communications Consultant, Ganapathy Viswanathan, pens a piece on how thoughtful brand extensions can unlock growth without eroding consumer trust
10th November 2025Rajesh Jain, Founder and Group MD of Netcore Cloud, explains how Agentic AI blends human instinct with machine autonomy to make marketing smarter
10th November 2025Shivashish Tarkas, Founder, The InterMentalist – an influencer marketing agency, pens a piece on why brands must embed regional insight to stay relevant in a changing creator economy
07th November 2025Geetanjali Chugh Kothari, CMO, Generali Central Life Insurance on rebranding journey, digital-first strategy and rebuilding trust in India’s life insurance landscape
07th November 2025Can ChatGPT’s UPI integration make everyday chats safe enough for payments — and turn AI-powered conversations into India’s next big way to shop, pay, and engage with brands?
06th November 2025Amit Jhingran, MD & CEO, and Ravindra Sharma, Chief of Brand, Corp Comm & CSR, SBI Life, on scaling ‘Thanks-A-Dot’ beyond campaigns to drive awareness, early detection, and purpose-led engagement
06th November 2025By winning the World Cup, our women cricketers have proven that glory belongs to everyone, the question is are brands listening?
05th November 2025India’s World Cup-winning women have ignited a marketing revolution—but will brands turn this moment of glory into lasting change?
05th November 2025On his 37th birthday, we celebrate Virat Kohli- the cricketer who turned passion into purpose, and purpose into one of India’s most powerful and enduring personal brands
05th November 2025Quick commerce has evolved from delivering groceries to offering iPhones and even Royal Enfields. But are high-value online sales a genuine growth opportunity—or just a brand-building exercise?
04th November 2025In conversation with IMPACT, Kotak Life, MD & CEO Mahesh Balasubramanian, shares how tech, innovation and a ‘phygital’ approach are shaping the future of insurance
04th November 2025Bharat Puri, CEO of Pidilite Industries, pays homage to Ogilvy’s titan, Piyush Pandey a partner, friend, and creative force who defined authenticity and passion in Indian advertising
03rd November 2025PR Consultant Vandana Kakar pays tribute to Anthony BM Good, the father of Indian PR, recalling his ethics, vision, and enduring legacy in communication
03rd November 2025In an emotional column for IMPACT, Anil Thakraney remembers ad legend Piyush Pandey: his genius, laughter, leadership, and the eternal child within
03rd November 2025Omnicom clarifies to IMPACT that DDB brand remains unaffected by $13.5B merger with IPG while global approvals are pending
03rd November 2025After over 18 months at MOFSL, the Group Chief Marketing Officer leaves the firm, with October 31, 2025 as his last working day
31st October 2025Fuelled by Gen Z’s pop culture love and Instagram aesthetics, Halloween is becoming a key event on India’s marketing calendar, experts say
31st October 2025From sipping chai at Dolly Chaiwala’s stall to meeting Tulsi Virani, Bill Gates’ India journey shows how global icons embrace desi stories
31st October 2025Sandeep Walunj, Group CMO at Motilal Oswal, explains how research-backed advice and digital strategies are helping investors make informed decisions
31st October 2025Ganapathy Viswanathan, Chief Mentor, Roarr Media & PR, shares how Piyush Pandey exemplifies true thought leadership earned through work and honesty
30th October 2025Once a quiet regional ritual, Chhath Puja now shines on India’s biggest stages — from city beaches to brand campaigns. But can marketing truly capture the soul of devotion and nostalgia?
30th October 2025Vijay Bhat, Founder, Roots & Wings, pens a piece on friendship, creative clashes, and the lifelong lessons he learned from his partnership with Piyush Pandey
30th October 2025From boardrooms to backstories, investment-based reality TV is turning deals into human dramas and brand stories. Has storytelling become the real investment?
29th October 2025IMPACT Magazine speaks to Mahima Chaudhry on SBI Life’s ‘Thanks‑A‑Dot’, as she inspires women to self-examine and break taboos around breast health
29th October 2025As connected TV becomes mainstream and viewing habits evolve, can Instagram’s latest big-screen push turn Reels into real entertainment and outdo IGTV’s misstep?
28th October 2025AI took centre stage in Diwali 2025 campaigns, transforming festive storytelling into hyper-personalised, culturally tuned experiences
28th October 2025Sony V. Mathew, VP - Head, Branding & Communications, ESAF Small Finance Bank pens a tribute to the evergreen creative force Piyush Pandey
28th October 2025From Chupps’ biodegradable billboard to Britannia’s nature-inspired storytelling, sustainability is fast becoming advertising’s new creative flex — but is it here to stay?
27th October 2025Mitali Maheshwari, Head of Product and Marketing at Starbucks India, on blending Indian tradition, couture design, and coffee culture to brew a deeper sense of togetherness
27th October 2025In this tribute, Suhel Seth, Founder & Managing Partner, Counselage India, recalls how Piyush Pandey redefined Indian advertising with heart and honesty
27th October 2025Sunil Gupta, Former HTA, Regional Associate - South Asia at Aprais, recounts his association with ad legend Piyush Pandey
27th October 2025Ajay Kakar, Head-Corporate Branding, Adani Group, recalls Piyush Pandey’s enduring influence as mentor, collaborator, and conscience, whose wisdom and warmth shaped generations
27th October 2025Manish Bandlish, MD of Mother Dairy, honours Piyush Pandey’s legacy, celebrating his storytelling genius behind the iconic Maa Jaisi sentiment.
24th October 2025Sudhanshu Vats, MD of Pidilite Industries, pays tribute to Piyush Pandey, celebrating the creative genius behind Fevicol and Fevikwik.
24th October 2025Amit Syngle, MD & CEO of Asian Paints, honours Piyush Pandey’s creative genius and the heartfelt legacy behind Har Ghar Kuch Kehta Hai.
24th October 2025David Ford, Global Chief Communications Officer at Ogilvy, pays an emotional tribute to Piyush Pandey, remembering the warmth, generosity, and humanity that defined the creative giant.
24th October 2025Krishnarao Buddha (aka BK Rao), ex-Sr Category Head, Marketing, Parle Products Pvt Ltd recalls Piyush Pandey as a man who redefined simplicity and made emotion the heart of everyday brands
24th October 2025Sujay Rachh, CMO, Nuvama Group, says Pandey’s work and wisdom shaped Indian advertising, inspiring respect, competition, and generations of creators
24th October 2025Binit Kumar, AGM - Marketing, Oral Care, Dabur India Limited, remembers Piyush Pandey as a legend whose ads for Dairy Milk to Fevicol to Vodafone has inspired many
24th October 2025Madhukar Sabnavis, Consultant, Ogilvy India, calls Piyush a trusted captain and mentor for 19 years, whose guidance and presence he will always miss
24th October 2025Nitin Saini, VP Marketing, Mondelez India remembers Piyush Pandey as more than a creative legend but as a storyteller with an extraordinary ability to capture emotions that unite people.
24th October 2025Vikas Mehta, Regional CEO, Sub-Saharan Africa, Ogilvy, shares how Pandey inspired his career, elevated Indian creativity globally, and leaves a shining legacy
24th October 2025Tributes flow for the adman whose vision, wit, and humility inspired an entire generations of professionals
24th October 2025He didn’t just build ads, he built brand India. Piyush Pandey turned products into emotions and slogans into memories, teaching brands to speak the language of their people.
24th October 2025From the cricket field to the copy room, Piyush Pandey turned simple emotions into timeless stories, giving Indian advertising its heart and humour.
24th October 2025Azazul Haque, Lorraine Martin, Mitali Srivastava Hough and Talha Bin Mohsin share personal anecdotes as they remember working with Pandey and his lasting influence
24th October 2025From Ogilvy’s corridors to every Indian living room, Piyush Pandey’s words made brands human and India proud.
24th October 2025For every journalist, creative, or marketer who entered the world of advertising, Piyush Pandey was not just a name; he was a lesson in humanity, humour, and homegrown storytelling.
24th October 2025As brands blur the line between art, tech, and emotion, experiential marketing is turning moments into memories — and memories into metrics. But can every experience drive impact?
23rd October 2025Anusheel Shrivastava, Director, Kantar, pens a piece on how archetypally sharp storytelling sets you apart authentically
23rd October 2025From mithai wars to witty mockery of festive tropes, brands turned emotion into entertainment. Is laughter the new language of Diwali advertising?
23rd October 2025SRK’s password-protected Reel turned casual scrollers into code-cracking fans, blurring the line between entertainment and engagement. Are we entering the era of ‘earned access’ content?
22nd October 2025From football leagues to food posts, Shashi Tharoor’s media presence is growing beyond politics — does this mark a new chapter in how he connects with the netizens?
22nd October 2025Alok Lall, Founder & CEO, Amp Advisory, explores how lessons from the Ramayana on dharma strengthen brand legacy and cultural relevance
20th October 2025Balancing intellect, wit, and charm across formats, Tharoor impresses audiences. Is this the start of a lasting media journey for him?
20th October 2025Markand Adhikari, Chairman and Managing Director of Sri Adhikari Brothers (SAB Group), hosted a Diwali dinner in Mumbai attended by actor Jeetendra and dignitaries from politics and media
17th October 2025The comedian poked fun at LUX’s star-studded ads—only to land one himself. We caught up with VML Singapore to find out how a joke turned into a marketing masterstroke
17th October 2025Vikas Shah, Co-founder, BigCity Promotions - a promotech company, pens a piece on the evolution of festive campaigns from price-based persuasion to reward-led engagement
16th October 2025As most brands cashed in on festive crowds with higher prices at pandals and installations, an industry standard, Campa held steady at MRP. Could restraint be the smartest strategy of all?
16th October 2025In conversation with IMPACT, PHD’s Eileen Ooi and Monaz Todywalla share how the agency’s challenger mindset, strategic focus, and data-driven approach are powering growth in India and APAC
15th October 2025Surprised when Shankar Mahadevan stopped his performance mid-way to have a Cadbury? Welcome to the new world of concert marketing
14th October 2025Gunjan Soni, Country Managing Director, YouTube India, tells IMPACT how YouTube’s new Shopping Affiliate Program is powering creator-led commerce and transforming video engagement into sales
14th October 2025With MeitY’s new Gaming Act tightening ad norms, marketers rebuild around authenticity and trust. Can gaming ads evolve from quick wins to long-term strategy?
13th October 2025Devarshi Shah, Chief Growth Officer, OML Entertainment, pens a piece on how Instagram’s new Skip Rate and Retention metrics are reshaping brand–creator partnerships and storytelling
13th October 2025Gunjan Soni, Country Managing Director, YouTube India, unveils the expanded Shopping Affiliate Program & new AI tools to turn content into commerce
13th October 2025Vibha Padalkar, Managing Director & CEO, HDFC Life, speaks to IMPACT about the significance of the Mahalaxmi Metro Station tie-up and the brand’s 25-year journey of enabling financial security
10th October 2025Is Indian advertising getting a hip-hop remix? Why are brands from Spykar to Air India turning to rappers to drop their next big message?
10th October 2025Adnan Pocketwala, Growth Partner, OrmaxWhatNext, pens a piece on how reframing perception—not chasing demand—can transform how consumers see, value, and buy your brand
09th October 2025Instagram launched its new feature, allowing creators to link reels into episodes. What does this mean for brands and will audiences embrace it?
09th October 2025It’s outshining WhatsApp, ChatGPT, and Gemini on PlayStore/App Store charts— but can Zoho’s Arattai sustain the buzz and truly become India’s own messaging giant?
08th October 2025Rashmi, Co-Founder, ButtonShift – a Creative Collaboration Platform, pens a piece on balancing speed with creativity to deliver faster campaigns sustainably
08th October 2025Mathew Joseph, Director & CEO, Super League Kerala, speaks to IMPACT, about Football as they become the talk of the town even before kick-off with a little help from Shashi Tharoor
07th October 2025For every viral star, the spotlight burns fast and fades faster, raising a question brands can’t stop asking: does virality ever last?
07th October 2025Meta has long flirted with AI as backstage helper, polishing captions and filters. With Vibes, it thrusts AI to centre stage, transforming the feed into a canvas of synthetic video
07th October 2025Siddharth Ugrankar, CEO & Founder, Qila.io, pens a piece on how blockchain can rebuild trust in digital advertising by tackling fraud, privacy breaches, and user disengagement
06th October 2025If Meta lets users pay to skip ads, what happens to India’s ad economy built on impressions and reach?
06th October 2025As India performs well at the World Para Athletics Championships, can brands move beyond episodic support and build long-term associations with para-athletes? Experts answer
03rd October 2025From engineering to acting, Pratik Gandhi shares his journey and the latest opportunity that allows him to guide innovators and inspire entrepreneurial growth in India
03rd October 2025Super League Kerala is turning heads before kick-off, blending sport, star power, and regional wit into a must-watch cultural moment
03rd October 2025Co-Founders Vivek Oberoi and Ricky Vasandani are betting on lab-grown diamonds to turn Solitario into India’s most dazzling global luxury jewellery
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