Brands
A warrior to tread an adventurous path: MRF Wanderer
MUMBAI: As an active proponent of cricket, MRF Tyres has always rallied behind the team and its players in pushing the cause of the sport in India. Whether the ICC Cricket World Cup 2015 where it was the Global Partner or other such top-rated cricketing properties, MRF has always essayed a supportive role by putting out communication that is strikingly unique.
Partnering MRF in achieving its communication goal over the years is Lowe Lintas Chennai that has been instrumental in managing the communication objective for the tyre brand in India. In its latest initiative, Lowe Lintas Chennai has announced the launch of an integrated marketing campaign that promotes the attributes of SUV brand, MRF Wanderer in India.
The campaign was launched today and will span the online and offline routes including Television, Print, Outdoor and Digital.
To refresh the brand’s proposition, MRF Wanderer has got its brand ambassador and Indian cricket captain, Virat Kohli to communicate the core message to the audience. The campaign seeks to celebrate the warrior-like instinct and determination — trademarks that best define both the Wanderer and also the ace cricketer. Much like the cricketer himself, MRF too has been treading the Indian roads with great determination and its warrior-like approach has made it the tyre of choice for many Indians.
The new integrated brand campaign by Lowe Lintas Chennai seeks to bring alive the Samurai spirit in people who like to explore their limits and even go beyond by challenging themselves – and what better face to push forward this thought than one of India’s best known Samurai, Virat Kohli.
MRF Ltd. executive VP marketing said, “MRF Wanderer tyres are designed for those who never settle for the mundane and venture off the beaten path. Our communication this time has taken a more aggressive twist and a fresh perspective on the core brand positioning – Tread Anywhere. Lowe Lintas Chennai has portrayed the true Wanderer spirit by using Virat’s Samurai tattoo and his passion for adventure as exceptional creative devices. We believe that this new film will resonate well with those who chase adventure.”
In the film titled ‘I dare to Tread Anywhere’, the capabilities of the MRF Wanderer tyre are brought to the fore by drawing a parallel with Virat Kohli’s Samurai warrior spirit. Whatever the terrain or journey, a true adventurer never backs out and takes on the challenge with ease. As on the cricket field where Virat has always let his warrior-like approach do wonders for the team, so is it for MRF Wanderer whose “Tread Anywhere” proposition has enabled drivers to wander far and discover remote, inaccessible places with ease.
Lowe Lintas chairman & CCO Arun Iyer says, “Every Wanderer has a story to tell – be it the user or the product. We have tried to capture the spirit of that story through the eyes of Virat Kohli. While Virat is a samurai on the field, MRF is a master of the roads – and both are adventurous when it comes to chasing their passion. This thought has been captured well in the new campaign.”
Brands
Prataap Snacks posts Rs 1.14 crore Q4 profit, EBITDA up 319 per cent
Yellow Diamond maker posts turnaround with Rs 1.14 crore profit, 10 per cent dividend proposed
NEW DELHI: Prataap Snacks Limited has staged a sharp turnaround in the fourth quarter of FY26, reporting a 319 per cent surge in operating EBITDA and a return to profitability after a challenging previous year.
The Indore-based company, known for brands such as Yellow Diamond and Avadh, posted income from operations of Rs 420.18 crore for Q4 FY26, marking a 5 per cent year-on-year rise. Operating EBITDA climbed to Rs 20.59 crore, while margins stood at 4.9 per cent.
Most notably, the company reported a profit after tax of Rs 1.14 crore for the quarter, reversing a loss of Rs 11.94 crore in the same period last year. Diluted earnings per share improved to Rs 0.48 from a negative Rs 5.00 earlier, signalling a steady recovery in performance.
For the full financial year, consolidated income rose 1 per cent to Rs 1,724.65 crore. Annual operating EBITDA grew 68 per cent to Rs 81.81 crore, while the company posted a net profit of Rs 9.72 crore, compared to a loss of Rs 34.27 crore in FY25.
Reflecting this improved performance, the board has recommended a dividend of 10 per cent, equivalent to Rs 0.50 per share on a face value of Rs 5.
Prataap Snacks Limited managing director Amit Kumat said the recovery was driven by sharper execution and data-led decision-making, including the use of Sales Force Automation analytics. The company also expanded its distribution network to over 5,000 distributors and strengthened its presence on quick commerce platforms.
Looking ahead, the company expects double-digit revenue growth in FY27, though it remains cautious about inflationary pressures on key inputs such as packaging materials and edible oil. Management plans to offset these through tighter cost controls and calibrated pricing strategies.
With profitability back on track and operations stabilising, Prataap Snacks appears to be regaining its footing in an increasingly competitive packaged foods market.
