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Fast lanes only as L&T Finance bowls in speedy two wheeler loans
MUMBAI: When Jasprit Bumrah charges in, things happen fast and L&T Finance wants borrowers to feel the same rush. L&T Finance Ltd. (LTF) has rolled out a new television commercial, Just Zoom Two-wheeler Loans, starring its brand ambassador Bumrah, drawing a neat parallel between the pacer’s lethal speed and the company’s promise of swift, friction-free two-wheeler financing. The campaign carries the punchy line Bumrah Ki Speed Par, tying cricketing precision to credit approvals.
Timed for maximum eyeballs, the TVC debuted during the ongoing Asia Cup 2025, where L&T Finance is an associate sponsor across Sony’s broadcast network spanning 13 channels. The film zeroes in on what the lender believes matters most to two-wheeler buyers, instant approvals, higher loan eligibility and EMIs starting at Rs 2,199 per lakh.
Set inside a two-wheeler showroom, the ad plays out like a split-screen thriller. A hesitant customer questions how quickly the loan will come through, while a television in the background shows Bumrah mid-over. As the bowler powers through his run-up, the LTF executive completes the digital loan journey in real time document upload, credit check and approval, all before Bumrah sends the stumps flying. The punchline lands with the wicket: speed, delivered.
Behind the scenes, LTF credits its proprietary AI and machine-learning engine, Project Cyclops, a three-dimensional credit risk assessment system that evaluates customers in real time to enable near-instant underwriting decisions.
L&T Finance, managing director and CEO Sudipta Roy said two-wheeler loans often mark a borrower’s first step into formal credit. “For millions, a two-wheeler is not just mobility but economic independence. By accelerating this first-stage loan, we’re helping aspirations move at the pace modern India expects,” he said.
L&T Finance chief marketing officer Kavita Jagtiani said the film was designed to be as sharp as Bumrah’s yorker. “The idea was simple: minimal wait, maximum impact. We’ve also layered AI-led personalisation across touchpoints to keep the experience fast and relevant,” she added.
The campaign forms part of a wider integrated marketing push across 13 cities, including Mumbai, Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad, Kolkata and Pune. The rollout spans outdoor hoardings, airport branding, metro media, inflight magazines, WhatsApp bot integrations and social platforms. Adding a gamified twist, LTF is also launching an AI-powered Bowl like Bumrah contest, alongside influencer activity and signed merchandise giveaways.
The TVC will air across Sony Sports feeds in English, Hindi, Tamil and Malayalam, as well as Sony PIX, Sony Max and Sony Wah, including HD channels ensuring LTF’s message travels almost as fast as its star bowler.
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Safex Group appoints Richa Malhotra as group chief financial officer
Former Standard Chartered executive to steer finance
NEW DELHI: Safex Chemicals has appointed Richa Malhotra as group chief financial officer, strengthening its leadership team as the company prepares for the next phase of expansion in specialty chemicals and global agrochemicals.
In her new role, Malhotra will lead the group’s financial strategy, capital architecture and governance framework as Safex scales operations across multiple verticals including branded formulations, specialty chemicals and contract manufacturing.
A chartered accountant and graduate of Shri Ram College of Commerce, University of Delhi, Malhotra brings more than two decades of experience in business finance, strategic planning, corporate banking and client management.
Before joining Safex, she served as executive director, financial markets at Standard Chartered, where she led teams across India and Sri Lanka and worked closely with large corporates, global subsidiaries and commercial banking clients. Her expertise includes capital structuring, treasury operations, risk management and financial markets led financing solutions.
Safex Group promoter director and joint managing director Piyush Jindal, said the appointment comes at a pivotal time for the company. “Safex stands at an inflection point as we build an integrated platform across branded formulations, specialty chemicals and contract manufacturing. Richa’s experience across global financial institutions will strengthen our financial discipline and help unlock value across the group,” he said.
Malhotra said she was looking forward to contributing to the company’s next chapter of growth. “Safex has built a strong reputation over 35 years with its focus on integrity, innovation and agricultural insight. I am excited to be part of the organisation as it expands its footprint in India and global markets,” she said.
The appointment comes as Safex continues to strengthen its financial foundations and scale operations internationally, positioning itself for future growth milestones.
