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Celebrity-owned beauty brands trump endorsements by celebrities
Mumbai: Latest data from YouGov shows that celebrity beauty brands are popular among people and more than three in five urban Indian consumers (62 per cent) say they have ever tried a beauty brand (skin, hair, nail, or makeup) owned by a celebrity.
Among the various generations, millennials were most likely to say they have ever tried celebrity beauty brands (69 per cent).
When it comes to trust, slightly over a fifth of urban Indians (22 per cent) said they trust celebrities with beauty brand endorsements, while a slightly higher percentage (28 per cent) trust them with advocacy of beauty brands owned by them. However, a large proportion (45 per cent) does not trust them with any kind of beauty endorsements- for self-owned or other brands.
The data shows that consumers seem divided on their opinion of a celebrity’s influence on their purchase decision. A third say they are more likely to buy from a beauty brand endorsed by a celebrity (32 per cent), and another third disagree with this view (33 per cent). But when a brand is owned by a celebrity, they are more likely than unlikely to buy it.
Interestingly, when it comes to comparison with influencers, consumers are more likely to say they trust influencers over celebrities for product recommendations (38 per cent vs 27 per cent). However, when the comparison is with Hollywood celebrities, urban Indians are more likely to trust Indian celebrities.
Among those who have tried celebrity-owned beauty brands, 27 per cent claim they have had a bad experience but 45 per cent have not. The high price of products was the biggest reason for a sour experience with celeb brands (68 per cent), followed by poor quality products (38 per cent) and misleading information or false claims (28 per cent).
When it comes to awareness of celebrities that own beauty brands, Deepika Padukone leads the table, with over a third of urban Indians (34 per cent) saying they are aware of her owning a beauty brand.
Katrina Kaif and Priyanka Chopra follow in second (at 32 per cent) and third (30 per cent).
On the trust barometer, Katrina Kaif comes on top, with almost a quarter saying they trust her (23 per cent). Deepika Padukone is a close second (at 22 per cent). One in five trust Hritik Roshan (20 per cent), and just as many (19 per cent) claim they trust Priyanka Chopra.
It is interesting to see Hritik Roshan score high on awareness and trust in an industry dominated by women.
Even though Alia Bhatt and Anushka Sharma do not own any beauty brands, people associate them with this category and a sizeable proportion trusts them with recommendations, a great advantage should they want to start their own line.
Methodology: YouGov Surveys: Serviced provides quick survey results from nationally representative or targeted audiences in multiple markets. This data is based on a survey of adults aged above 18 years in India with a sample size of 1005 respondents. The survey was conducted online in August 2023.
MUMBAI: BKT Tyres has decided to roll into the two-wheeler world with some serious jurrat and it’s brought Ranveer Singh along for the ride. The off-highway tyre specialist has unveiled its new campaign, ‘Jurrat’, marking a strategic push into India’s massive two-wheeler segment. The high-energy TV commercial, featuring brand ambassador Ranveer Singh, debuted on 3 April 2026 during the Indian Men’s T20 League 2026.
The campaign revolves around the core belief that true confidence on the road comes from dependable performance beneath you. ‘Jurrat’ (meaning courage) captures the mindset of riders who navigate dynamic and often unpredictable daily commutes with determination. It brings BKT Tyres’ brand philosophy ‘Elevate Your Drive’ into the two-wheeler space by spotlighting three key product benefits: long life, exceptional road grip, and unmatched comfort.
BKT Tyres chief marketing officer for India Mahesh Koppad said, “India’s two-wheeler segment reflects the way the country moves, works, and progresses every day. ‘Jurrat’ highlights how performance-led tyres, engineered for long life, comfort, and grip, enhance the overall riding experience and support uninterrupted progress in everyday life.”
The campaign is being rolled out across television and digital platforms with high-impact placements to ensure maximum reach and engagement.
This launch represents BKT Tyres’ calibrated expansion from its stronghold in off-highway tyres to becoming a more holistic mobility brand, addressing the everyday transportation needs of millions of Indian riders who rely on motorcycles and scooters as their primary mode of transport.
In a segment where confidence is everything, BKT Tyres is betting that a combination of bold celebrity appeal and strong product performance will help it gain serious traction on Indian roads. The campaign signals that the company is ready to move beyond its traditional turf and accelerate in the fast-paced two-wheeler market.
