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Social Panga enters global market, opens office in Dubai
Mumbai: Social Panga, the integrated creative and digital marketing agency headquartered in Bangalore with offices in Delhi and Mumbai has expanded its presence in Dubai, UAE. This marks a significant step in the company’s global expansion plans.
Social Panga, was co-founded by Himanshu Arora and Gaurav Arora with a team of five people and today has grown to a strong team of 300 plus mafias across offices with presence in Mumbai, Delhi, Bangalore & now Dubai.
The move is aimed at better-serving clients in the region and taking advantage of the dynamic opportunities emerging in the Middle East.
With geographies diminishing and the demand for digital and creative solutions growing in global markets as well, the company has taken this step towards global expansion.
Speaking on the expansion, Social Panga co-founder Himanshu Arora said, “This step by us is a much thought over and planned decision. We have taken this step toward expanding our presence and bringing in new opportunities to India. The diplomatic relationship between India and UAE authorities are going strength to strength and we see this as a prodigious opportunity to grow ourselves and expand to global markets. We are excited and enthusiastic as we take this step to serve global brands in that geography.”
“There is massive scope of growth and exploring creative aspects in UAE markets. With our expertise and skill set in creative and new-age technology we look forward to doing path-breaking work in the region”, said Social Panga co-founder Gaurav Arora.
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Gaëtan du Peloux of Marcel named jury chair for Abby Awards 2026
French creative leader to head Still Print category at Goafest this May
MUMBAI: Gaëtan du Peloux, co-president and chief creative officer at Marcel, has been appointed jury chair for the Still Print category at the Abby Awards 2026, powered by The One Club | The One Show.
Born in Paris and the eldest of seven siblings, du Peloux began his career as a copywriter at CLM/BBDO in 2003. Over the years, he has become one of the most celebrated French creatives of his generation, with over 400 awards to his name, including multiple Cannes Lions Grand Prix, D&AD Black Pencils and One Show best of show accolades.
At Marcel, the creative hot shop of Publicis Groupe, du Peloux and his creative partner, Youri Guerassimov, have produced landmark campaigns for national and international brands. Notable work includes “The Inglorious Fruits & Vegetables” for Intermarché, “The Black Supermarket” for Carrefour, “HackMarket” for Back Market, and “WoMen’s Football” for Orange.
Du Peloux also serves as president of the French Art Director’s Club and has participated in numerous creative festivals worldwide, including D&AD, Cannes Lions, One Show, Clio, LIA, Eurobest, Andy, NY Festival and French ADC. Outside work, he is a husband and father of three.
The Abby Awards 2026 Powered by The One Club | The One Show will take place during Goafest 2026 from 20 to 22 May in Goa, where du Peloux will lead the judging of the Still Print category.
