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Scripps Networks leads pay-TV lifestyle programming, brand affinity: Study
Singapore: In a recent pay-TV study of viewer behaviors and lifestyle habits in Asia-Pacific, Scripps Networks Interactive found its channel portfolio significantly outranked its competitors in the food, home and travel lifestyle categories. The channels, which include Asian Food Channel, Food Network, HGTV and Travel Channel, have a highly engaged audience, who have an affinity to lifestyle brands and content. They are more receptive to advertisers, trusting the channels as an authority in the lifestyle ahead of other pay-TV networks.
“It is without a doubt that our channels offer a unique proposition for clients looking to break through today’s competitive media landscape to form meaningful relationships with their consumers,” said Derek Chang, Head of International Lifestyle Channels, Scripps Networks Interactive. “The results of the study confirm our audiences are up-scale, affluent, and engaged in both lifestyle programming and its associated products, be that in their kitchen, home or in the holiday they choose.”
The study, which was commissioned by Scripps Networks in Singapore and conducted by Kadence International, surveyed more than 4,000 respondents, 25-55 year olds who frequently watch lifestyle programming in Hong Kong, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand and Vietnam.
Survey highlights include:
Asian Food Channel (AFC):
• AFC is 47% more likely to be recognized by viewers for local Asian food and cooking content than its channel competitors
• 50% of AFC viewers visited a restaurant, city or destination featured during a show as compared to 28% of other pay-TV viewers
HGTV:
• 87% of HGTV viewers have performed some form of renovation in the past 12 months as compared to 69% other pay-TV viewers
• HGTV inspires viewers and is their go-to channel for all things renovation, taking the lead when it comes to topics such as “Home Renovations” (47%), “DIY Renovations” (46%) and “House Hunting” (45%)
Food Network (FN):
• 91% of FN viewers are willing to pay more for quality ingredients and meals
• FN has a 31% lead against the nearest competitor channel as being one that presents inspirational cooking content
Travel Channel:
• 87% of Travel Channel viewers are likely to travel to a destination featured on a travel show as compared to 69% other pay-TV viewers
• 74% of Travel Channel viewers agree that advertisements are a good way for them to learn about new products
* This study was conducted between April and June 2016. It combined over 4,000 online interviews and 12 group discussions with 25 to 55 year old lifestyle and general entertainment channel viewers across Asia.
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Kaayu Rituals launches preventive wellness brand in India
Founder Preeti Choudhary brings 18 plus years of pharma regulation expertise to ritual-led self-care lineup on 26 February 2026.
MUMBAI: Self-care just got a serious upgrade because in a world running on fumes, sometimes you need more than a quick bubble bath to keep the tank from hitting empty. Kaayu Rituals, a new ritual-first wellness brand founded by Preeti Choudhary, is set to make its official debut in India on 26 February 2026 at Bikaner House, Delhi, with pan-India availability rolling out shortly after. Drawing its name from “Kaaya” (body) and “Ayu” (life), the brand pushes a structured, preventive approach to daily wellbeing think guided routines rather than random pamper sessions aimed at heading off stress, hormonal wobbles, and burnout before they snowball.
Choudhary, with over 18 years in regulatory affairs, pharmaceuticals, microbiology, and quality assurance, channels her global experience from UK-based Pro-Business Consulting Limited (PBC) into formulations that blend natural ingredients with science-backed rigour. The result? A lineup that treats self-care with the seriousness usually reserved for medtech and pharma compliance safety, transparency, and efficacy front and centre.
The initial offerings cover four pillars:
- Inner Wellness (targeting hormonal balance and inner equilibrium)
- Root & Rise Hair Care
- Glow & Radiance Skincare
- Functional Herbal Teas
Each comes wrapped in guided rituals designed to make consistency feel doable, not daunting slowing down the daily grind just enough to let intention take the wheel.
“Ayurveda has always believed in balance and prevention,” Choudhary said. “My background in regulatory science has taught me the importance of safety, validation, and responsibility. Kaayu Rituals bring these two worlds together ancient wisdom guided by modern standards so that self-care feels both rooted and reliable.”
No flashy one-off indulgences here, the pitch is practical, everyday discipline grounded in empathy and evidence. As conversations around mental load, hormonal health, and proactive care keep gaining traction, Kaayu Rituals steps in to turn vague “me-time” into something structured, stigma-free, and actually sustainable.
Whether you’re burnt out from the hustle or just curious about levelling up your baseline wellbeing, this launch could be the nudge that makes daily rituals feel less like a luxury and more like smart maintenance. Mark your calendars for 26 February, the wellness conversation in India just got a little more intentional.
