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Kohler’s new brand film pours luxury and innovation into every shower
MUMBAI: Nothing quite washes away the stress of the day like the perfect shower—unless, of course, it’s a Kohler shower. With its latest brand film, Kohler isn’t just turning on the tap; it’s turning up the luxury, redefining what it means to refresh, recharge, and reclaim the day. Because if high-powered CEOs can conquer boardrooms, why shouldn’t their showers be just as powerful?
Kohler has launched a cinematic tribute to the art of showering. Conceptualised by Tilt Brand Solutions and directed by Belief Films, the film follows a high-powered female CEO as she navigates the fast-paced world of corporate leadership. From tense meetings to split-second decisions, she tackles it all—until it’s time to step into her personal retreat: an immersive, technology-driven Kohler shower.
“The bathroom is no longer just a functional space—it’s a sanctuary,” said Kohler MD-south Asia Ranjeet Oak. “At Kohler, we’re revolutionising the way people experience their showers. We believe a shower is not just a mundane routine, but a sanctuary—an opportunity for renewal and restoration. This film showcases how our innovative solutions transform showering into an unmatched sensory experience, shaping the future of what it means to indulge in true wellness.”
The film seamlessly translates Kohler’s philosophy into visuals, highlighting its performance showering range, including the anthem + digital valve system, which boasts 12 customisable outlets and precision control, and the statement showering collection, designed with bold architectural forms and premium finishes. With multiple water spray modes and state-of-the-art digital controls, Kohler doesn’t just cleanse—it delivers an ‘Exceptional in Every Drop’ experience that is equal parts power, immersion, and rejuvenation.
Adding another jewel to its crown, Kohler is set to introduce the radiance shoulder shower, a game-changing innovation designed especially for women ahead of Women’s Day. Engineered for ultimate relaxation, it features an adjustable height to keep hair dry when needed, a customisable fascia for enhanced comfort, and a luxurious shoulder-to-shoulder drenching experience. Available in premium finishes, this thoughtful addition reinforces Kohler’s commitment to making every shower a moment of indulgence.
This brand film doesn’t just sell a product; it delivers a promise: that every drop should feel like an escape, a reset, and a moment of pure, unadulterated luxury.
So, next time you step into the shower, ask yourself: is it just water—or is it an experience? Kohler already knows the answer.
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Uber launches hotel bookings feature in partnership with Expedia
From hotel bookings to room service at your door, the ride-hailing giant is making its boldest push yet into everyday life
CALIFORNIA: Uber is done being just a taxi app. At its annual GO-GET product event, the world’s leading mobility and delivery platform unveiled a sweeping set of new features designed to plant itself at the centre of how people travel, eat and shop, hotel bookings included.
The headline move is a partnership with Expedia Group that lets Uber users in the United States book hotels directly within the Uber app, with access to a catalogue that will eventually grow to more than 700,000 properties worldwide. Uber One members get 10 per cent back in Uber One credits on all hotel bookings and savings of at least 20 per cent on a rolling list of more than 10,000 hotels globally. Vacation rentals from Vrbo, Expedia Group’s home-rental brand, will be added later this year. The partnership is expected to expand beyond the United States. From June, Uber rides will also be integrated directly into the Expedia app, with push notifications sent to travellers ahead of hotel check-in to book discounted Uber rides for the duration of their stay.
Dara Khosrowshahi, chief executive of Uber, framed the expansion in terms of the modern condition. “Uber is becoming an app for everything, helping people go, get, and now travel all in one place,” he said. “We’re all living through a moment of real cognitive overload: too many apps, too many decisions, too much noise. At the end of the day, our job is to help people reclaim their time, spending less of it managing the logistics of life and more of it actually living.”
Ariane Gorin, chief executive of Expedia Group, struck a similarly ambitious note. “Travel should feel effortless, and this partnership gets us one step closer to offering a seamless traveller experience,” she said. “By connecting our two-sided marketplace with Uber, we’re bringing Uber rides directly into the Expedia app and Expedia Group’s lodging inventory into the Uber app through our Rapid API technology. Together, we’re helping travellers spend less time planning and more time enjoying the journey.”
Beyond hotels, the product announcements come thick and fast. Travel Mode, available within both the Uber and Uber Eats apps, offers curated recommendations on local favourites, tourist destinations, OpenTable restaurant reservations and on-demand delivery to hotel rooms. Uber One International means the membership programme now works globally, allowing members to earn credits on rides abroad that can be redeemed once back home. A new Shop for Me feature lets users request items from any store, even those not listed on the app. Eats for the Way allows riders in select cities booking an Uber Black or Uber Black SUV to have a drink or snack waiting for them in the car. Voice Bookings, powered by artificial intelligence, lets users book a ride conversationally, without touching their phone. And a redesigned One Search bar consolidates results for places, food and items across the entire Uber platform in a single query.
Uber has now logged more than 72 billion trips since it launched in 2010. The question it is now answering is what comes after the ride. The answer, apparently, is everything else. Whether users want a hotel in Paris, a coffee in the back of a car or a snake plant from the local garden centre, Uber would very much like to be the one to provide it. The app economy’s land grab has a new front-runner.
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