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KlugKlug onboards Hemang Mehta as its country manager for India
Mumbai: KlugKlug, a leading global influencer marketing B2B SaaS platform, has roped in Hemang Mehta as its country manager for India. With a wealth of experience within the digital media ecosystem and a deep understanding of the Indian market, Mehta will play a pivotal role in driving KlugKlug’s growth and expansion within the Indian market. Mehta will be responsible for KlugKlug India, primarily for sales & GTM strategy.
Mehta brings an impressive track record in the media and marketing industry. He most recently served as the head of agency relationship at Network 18 Media & Investments Ltd from May 2018 to August 2023. Prior to that, he has also represented organisations like Exponential (now VDX.tv), India Today Digital & Rediff.com. His expertise spans various domains including digital media sales, mobile marketing, media planning, and buying, social media marketing, and more.
Mehta expressed his enthusiasm about joining KlugKlug, saying, “I am thrilled to be a part of KlugKlug, a forward-thinking platform that is reshaping the influencer marketing landscape. As much as I look forward to collaborating with the exuberant team at KlugKlug, I am super excited to interact with the brands to deliver powerful data-backed Influencer solutions that will guarantee business outcomes.”
KlugKlug, founded by Vaibhav Gupta and Kalyan Kumar, is a B2B tech platform that leverages AI-ML-led data to find and discover Influencers, provide accurate audience insights, and intelligence about global influencers on popular social platforms such as Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok across 100+ countries. The platform offers a comprehensive solution for campaign management, performance tracking, and data analysis, facilitating seamless influencer marketing for brands.
With the appointment of Mehta as the country manager for India, KlugKlug aims to further strengthen its presence in the Indian market and enhance its engagement with brands, agencies, and influencers. Mehta’s deep understanding of the digital media landscape and his proven ability to drive strategic growth initiatives will undoubtedly contribute to KlugKlug’s mission of revolutionizing influencer marketing for brands in India.
Commenting on the appointment, KlugKlug co-founder and CEO Kalyan Kumar stated, “We are excited to welcome Hemang Mehta to our team as the Country Manager for India. His extensive experience in digital media sales and marketing will be instrumental in driving our efforts to provide influencer marketing solutions to our clients. We believe Hemang’s leadership will be key in scaling our operations and expanding our reach within the Indian market.”
As KlugKlug continues to lead the way in influencer marketing innovation, the addition of Mehta to its leadership team marks a significant step towards achieving the company’s vision of transforming influencer marketing into a strategic and data-driven discipline.
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Hyundai Venue crosses 1 lakh bookings, adds HX8 Diesel AT variant
New top-spec automatic diesel trim brings ventilated seats, OTA updates and paddle shifters.
MUMBAI: Hyundai Venue just hit the jackpot and upgraded the prize because when you cross 1 lakh bookings, you don’t just celebrate, you throw in paddle shifters and ventilated seats for the ride. Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) announced that the all-new Hyundai Venue has achieved 1 lakh bookings, cementing its strong position in the compact SUV segment. To mark the milestone and further enhance customer choice, the company introduced the new HX8 Diesel Automatic (AT) variant.
The HX8 Diesel AT is powered by the proven U2 1.5L CRDi diesel engine paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission. It adds a host of premium comfort, safety and convenience features, including:
- Ventilated front seats
- Dual-tone leatherette seats with VENUE branding
- Electric 4-way driver seat adjust
- Controller Over-the-Air (OTA) updates
- Hyundai Bluelink connected car technology
- Electric parking brake with auto hold
- Rear disc brakes
- Ambient lighting on crash pad and central console
- Drive mode select (Eco, Normal, Sport)
- Traction control modes (Sand, Mud, Snow)
- Paddle shifters
HMIL, managing director & CEO Tarun Garg said, “We are delighted that the new Hyundai Venue has crossed 1 lakh bookings, reaffirming the strong trust Indian customers place in our brand. The introduction of the new HX8 Diesel Automatic variant further strengthens the Venue lineup, offering customers the perfect blend of diesel efficiency, torque-rich performance and effortless convenience.”
Backed by Hyundai’s extensive sales and service network, the Venue continues to appeal to buyers seeking a feature-rich, comfortable and future-ready compact SUV. The new variant reinforces HMIL’s focus on delivering advanced technology, safety, comfort and value while adapting to evolving customer preferences.
In a segment where bookings are the real horsepower, Hyundai isn’t just counting milestones, it’s handing drivers an automatic upgrade that makes every journey feel like the victory lap.
