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LS Digital onboards Kaizzen as their PR and Communications partner
Mumbai: LS Digital, a leading independent digital marketing transformation (DMT) company, has awarded their PR and communications mandate to Kaizzen, a leading integrated communications agency, following a multi-agency pitch. Kaizzen’s mandate encompasses managing LS Digital’s communication strategy, media relations, and corporate reputation. Through strategic initiatives and targeted campaigns, Kaizzen will leverage its expertise to further strengthen LS Digital’s presence in key markets and support the company’s ambitious growth plans.
LS Digital is committed to revolutionizing the digital landscape by placing digital marketing transformation (DMT) at the premise of its brand identity, with its specialised business units Langoor, a CX & Web 3.0 company, f1studioz, a UI/UX company, and Social Panga, a digital-first creative company. With a vision to drive innovation and redefine digital marketing standards to grow the industry, LS Digital follows its guiding mantra #ChallengeTheNow to build industry best solutions today that will reshape the future of global business.
Speaking on the partnership, SVP Strategic Partnerships & Marketing & PR Anshuman Misra said, “LS Digital is a visionary company working with a single purpose of putting Digital Marketing Transformation at the core of businesses. As India takes the centre stage in developing and delivering tech-enabled, innovative services to the world, LS Digital is geared-up in spirit and strength to lead this conversation, we are happy to welcome Kaizzen on board as our PR partner. We are confident that this collaboration will further strengthen our position as a pioneering force in business transformation.” On this collaboration, Anshuman further said, “In this new era of digital innovation and transformation, joining forces with young and dynamic team of Kaizzen, will help us in our journey of redefining industry standards, inspire change and shape the future by transforming businesses digitally”.
Kaizzen group president Nikhil Pavithran stated, “This partnership with LS Digital marks a pivotal moment for Kaizzen, symbolizing our commitment to driving digital innovation and transformation. LS Digital’s forward-thinking approach, coupled with their integration of digital-first programmatic services to transform the way brands interact with their audience in the tech age, resonates deeply with our vision. We firmly believe in the immense potential of this collaboration, especially in alignment with the Honourable Prime Minister’s Digital India initiative, which sets the stage for substantial market growth. This partnership signifies a synergy of expertise and gives us a great opportunity to leverage our combined strengths to drive meaningful impact and foster impactful dialogues.”
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India’s experience economy grows as live events market hits Rs 17,000 crore
EY-Parthenon and BookMyShow report finds 78 per cent Indians prefer experiences over products
MUMBAI: India’s live entertainment scene is no longer just about music, comedy or festivals. It is increasingly becoming a powerful stage for brands seeking deeper connections with consumers.
A new report titled Beyond Attention, Into Immersion by EY-Parthenon and BookMyShow suggests that India’s experience economy is entering a strong growth phase, driven by consumers who are choosing memorable moments over material purchases.
According to the study, the country’s live events ecosystem, which includes concerts, comedy tours, festivals and immersive exhibitions, is estimated to reach around Rs 17,000 crore in 2025. The growth reflects a broader cultural shift in how Indians spend their time and money.
The report finds that 78 per cent of Indian consumers now prefer spending on experiences rather than physical products. From attending concerts and festivals to participating in interactive brand installations, audiences are increasingly seeking engagement, community and shareable moments.
This change in consumer behaviour is particularly evident among younger audiences who want to participate rather than simply watch. Instead of passively consuming entertainment, many now look for experiences that allow them to interact, express themselves and connect with like minded communities.
For marketers, this shift has turned experiential marketing into a strategic priority rather than a promotional add on. Brands are moving away from interruption driven advertising and towards immersive formats that allow consumers to discover, test and emotionally connect with products.
The report suggests that experiential marketing now plays a role across the entire consumer journey. It can spark brand discovery, strengthen storytelling, encourage product trials and ultimately influence purchase decisions and loyalty.
The impact is already visible. Post event surveys conducted among 7,450 attendees at major events including Lollapalooza India and concerts by Ed Sheeran and Guns N’ Roses highlight the effectiveness of these experiences.
Around 59 per cent of attendees recalled brands they interacted with during the events, while 55 per cent said those interactions increased their likelihood of purchasing from the brand. A further 63 per cent reported that brand activations actually enhanced their event experience rather than distracting from it. Nearly 29 per cent also said the interaction improved their perception of the brand.
Brands are also changing the way they approach events. Instead of simply putting logos on stages or banners, companies are building experiences into the fabric of the event itself.
Financial services brands, for example, are offering early ticket access, exclusive lounges and curated event experiences for cardholders. Fashion and beauty companies are using festivals to showcase products through pop ups, interactive installations and social media friendly spaces that encourage visitors to share their experiences online.
The scope of experiential marketing now stretches far beyond live entertainment. Retailers are designing experiential stores where customers can explore products in lifelike environments. Entertainment platforms are extending popular intellectual properties into immersive exhibitions and fan events. Technology is also playing a growing role through augmented reality and virtual try on tools that blend digital discovery with physical interaction.
Cultural festivals remain one of the most powerful platforms for such engagement in India. Celebrations such as Navratri and Holi bring together large communities, emotional participation and heightened consumer spending. For brands, these moments offer an opportunity to become part of the celebration rather than simply advertise around it.
Despite the momentum, the report notes that some companies still hesitate to adopt experiential marketing at scale. Budget constraints, limited expertise and uncertainty around measuring return on investment remain common concerns.
However, the growing body of data around consumer engagement and brand impact is gradually addressing these challenges. More marketers are expected to allocate a larger share of their budgets to experiential formats over the coming years.
Taken together, the findings point to a clear trend. As consumers seek meaning, memories and moments worth sharing, live experiences are emerging as one of the most powerful ways for brands to stay relevant in a crowded media landscape.
