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Shah Rukh Khan recommends Tide as ‘Asli SRK – Stain Removal King’
Mumbai: Tide has announced an iconic new partnership as it continues its history of delighting consumers with superior laundry solutions. The last decade has witnessed Tide’s commitment to innovation through a host of initiatives, including the launch of new wash care solutions like Tide Matic Liquid and Tide PODS. At the core of Tide’s promise is the dedication to irresistibly delight consumers. Recognizsng the significant shifts in consumer habits, from evolving wardrobes, food consumption habits, stain incidents to changing lifestyles, Tide is relentlessly focused on the consumer needs for upgraded laundry solutions. In response to these changes, the new and improved Tide, equipped with boosted magnets, is designed to effectively tackle deep-seated stains like tea, coffee, oils & gravy, ensuring an outstanding clean. This advanced formula not only removes tough stains but ensures your garments maintain a long-lasting freshness. Tide has been engineered with cleaning chemistry tailor-made for both hand wash and machine conditions, ensuring your garments are cared for with exceptional whiteness and freshness.
In this endeavor, Tide an iconic brand, has chosen to partner with another beloved Indian figure, Shah Rukh Khan, uniting in a joint commitment to delight fans and consumers. King Khan’s relentless pursuit of perfection and undeniable excellence serves as the cornerstone of Tide’s consumer promise. The new and improved Tide brings this shared commitment to life through a memorable new campaign.
At the heart of this transformative launch, lies a captivating partnership with the iconic Shah Rukh Khan! The superstar has joined Tide India, as a brand ambassador to endorse Tide as the ‘asli/real SRK – Stain Removal King’. Speaking on the partnership, King Khan said, “This collaboration with Tide is not just about endorsing a brand; it’s about a shared commitment to perfection, and the relentless pursuit of excellence. I am glad to have joined in this first of its kind partnership and recommend Tide as the ‘asli/real SRK’. Tide’s New and Improved performance and its ability to remove stains will delight consumers on their laundry needs”.
Sharing on his experiences in the shoot, Khan added: “I have seen Tide’s iconic ‘swoosh’ and the “Chaunk Gaye” many times. A reminder of the outstanding clean offered by the brand. It was fun to be a part of it and bring it to life in my own way. It’s not just an entertaining element but demonstrates Tide’s stain removal expertise.”
P&G India CMO and VP, fabric care Mukta Maheshwari spoke on this new partnership: “P&G, home to the world’s no 1* detergent brand, is committed to solving everyday consumer needs with superiority that drives brand preference. We’re delighted with the partnership with Shah Rukh Khan and his endorsement of the New and Improved Tide as the Stain Removal King. Tide, the world’s number one detergent brand, is focused on offering laundry solutions that delight consumers every day where it matters most. In this continued endeavor, we’re thrilled that Tide has upgraded to remove deep-seated stains and offer an outstanding clean on the toughest stains. We are delighted to have SRK recommend Tide as the ‘asli/real SRK – Stain Removal King’ to consumers and fans across the country.”
*Source Euromintor International, Home Care 2023 Ed, retail volume (Tonnes), 2022 data”
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FSS names Anand Krishnamurthi head of global digital delivery
Tech veteran to drive AI-first, cloud-led transformation in payments globally
CHENNAI: Financial Software and Systems (FSS), an AI-first payment infrastructure company, has appointed Anand Krishnamurthi as head of global digital delivery.
In his new role, Anand Krishnamurthi will lead FSS’s global digital delivery capabilities, focusing on AI-first and cloud-led transformation while ensuring predictable, high-quality outcomes for customers worldwide. He will be based in Chennai and report to V. Balasubramanian, CEO of FSS.
Bringing 28 years of experience in technology and digital transformation across banking, capital markets, financial services, and insurance, Anand has held senior leadership positions at Cognizant and NuSummit. He is recognised for scaling multi-geography delivery teams, leading mission-critical platforms, and embedding AI-driven automation in complex, regulated environments.
“What drew me to FSS is its deep payments expertise, strong product DNA, and the scale at which its platforms power real-world financial ecosystems,” said Anand Krishnamurthi. “I aim to strengthen delivery predictability, execution rigor, and engineering quality, building empowered teams that deliver measurable customer outcomes. FSS has a unique opportunity to create real-time, AI-infused payments infrastructure that is resilient, secure, and globally scalable.”
V. Balasubramanian added, “Anand’s track record in leading multi-geography delivery programs and AI-first operating models makes him the ideal leader for FSS as we accelerate our AI-driven digital payments business. His leadership will help us raise the bar for outcomes globally.”
This appointment is part of FSS’s broader push to build an AI-powered, cloud-native delivery organisation capable of meeting the evolving needs of banks, fintechs, and financial institutions worldwide.
