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Prime Focus Technologies selected as event coverage partner for L’Oréal Professionnel’s Indian Hairdressing Awards 2018-19
MUMBAI: Prime Focus Technologies (PFT) announced that its video agency, PFT Brands was selected by L’Oréal Professionnel as the official event coverage partner for the prestigious Indian Hairdressing Awards (IHA) 2018-19.
IHA was launched as a platform to recognize excellence in not only the art, but also the business of hairdressing. One of the most anticipated events on the Indian hairdressing calendar, it serves as a source of inspiration to hundreds of hairdressers and launches its stars into successful careers of their own.
Capturing the grandeur of the mega event, PFT created a total of 10 compelling webisodes (10 minutes each), 3 special ‘glam’ videos (3 minutes each) and an exclusive long-form video compilation. The videos feature a wide range of fascinating looks, unmatched on-stage glamour, behind the scenes moments, riveting interviews, stunning location shots and much more. The team filmed the regional rounds for over 6 months, travelling across several locations including Mumbai, Kolkata, Delhi, Chennai, Hyderabad and Bengaluru. They also captured the stunning, first-ever international grand finale of IHA, which was held in Dubai. Jury members included eminent personalities from the global fashion world including Adam Reed, Nonita Kalra, Jatin Kampani, Gavin Miguel, and Mehera Kolah.
As a one-stop video agency, PFT Brands provided end-to-end creative services for showcasing IHA – including conceptualization, scripting, production and post production. Watch some of the videos here:
“IHA is our biggest and most exciting property where L’Oréal Professionnel successfully engages and interacts with the hairdressing industry. We are delighted that PFT Brands helped us create an impactful, out-of-the-box series of videos around the event which captured the attention of viewers on digital platforms and social media,” said Binaifer Pardiwalla, General Manager, L’Oréal Professionnel.
“In today’s hyper-digital world, creating short-form snackable video content is an excellent way for brands to get on consumers’ radar,” said Bhaskar Sitholey, Senior Vice President, Creative Services, PFT. “We are thrilled to have had the opportunity to showcase this dynamic mega event for L’Oréal Professionnel. Our focus was on delivering great production value while effectively capturing the energy, emotions, innovation and scale of the competition.”
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JioHotstar enters micro-drama space with 100 shows under Tadka banner
Short-form push targets 300M users as content meets commerce in new format
MUMBAI: JioStar has made a bold play in India’s fast-growing micro-drama space, rolling out over 100 short-form shows under its new Tadka banner on JioHotstar, timed with the massive viewership surge of the Indian Premier League 2026.
The scale of the launch signals clear intent. Rather than testing the waters, the company has dived in headfirst, releasing a wide slate of content on day one. Each show is designed for quick consumption, with episodes running 60 to 90 seconds in a vertical format tailored for mobile-first audiences.
The move comes as India’s micro-drama market, currently valued at around $300 million, is projected to grow tenfold to over $3 billion by 2030. Globally, the format has already proven its mettle, with China’s micro-drama sector recording explosive growth in recent years.
What sets this rollout apart is its built-in monetisation strategy. The shows are free to watch and ad-supported, with brand integrations woven directly into storylines from the outset. It reflects a broader shift where content and commerce are increasingly intertwined, rather than operating in silos.
The timing is equally strategic. With more than 300 million users already tuning in for IPL action, JioHotstar is effectively turning cricket’s biggest stage into a discovery engine for its new format.
The company is not entering an empty arena. Early movers like Kuku TV, MX Player and platforms backed by Zee Entertainment Enterprises have already laid the groundwork, building audiences and validating demand for snackable storytelling.
Now, with scale, distribution and advertiser interest aligning, the big players are stepping in. For JioStar, Tadka may well serve as a proving ground for the next evolution of digital entertainment, where every minute counts and every second sells.
If the bet pays off, India’s next big content wave might just arrive in under 90 seconds.
