Ad Campaigns
Bandhan Life takes flight with ‘Maa Ki Udaan’ – A Heartfelt Mother’s Day Tribute
Mumbai: Bandhan Life Insurance, a champion of empowering dreams with financial security, soars into Mother’s Day with a touching campaign titled ‘Maa Ki Udaan, Bandhan Se’. This digital film beautifully extends the brand’s philosophy of ‘Bharat Ki Udaan, Bandhan Se’ by celebrating the powerful, unspoken bond between mothers and children.
The story follows a mother whose day is disrupted by a case of the hiccups. Despite her best efforts, nothing seems to work until her son returns home with a bruised elbow. But wait! Here is where the magic happens. As she kneels to care for him, her hiccups vanish – a heartwarming reminder of a mother’s protective nature and the unique connection she shares with her child.
Bandhan Life head of marketing Akhil Almeida shared, “This campaign’s heart lies in its storytelling. It beautifully compares mothers as the first ‘life insurance,’ highlighting their protective and nurturing instincts. It emphasizes the importance of strong relationships in navigating life’s uncertainties, echoing our brand’s commitment to empower individuals through security and connection.”
Almeida adds: “This film not only celebrates the ‘first shield of protection’ mothers provide but also encourages them to trust Bandhan Life as their second shield – life insurance. It is a testament to our commitment to emotional and financial security and our mission to empower individuals to live with confidence and peace of mind.”
Havas CX India head of creative Ashu Mhatre said, “If I were to ask you, who’s your first insurance, it’ll take you a while to wrap your head around the question, but when you do, without hesitation, you’d say your mother. This new thinking towards life insurance is what Bandhan Life is all about – a promise of a secure, safe India, and its ambitions taking flight. In its first story, we’ve explored the bond a mother shares with her kids. An unsaid bond, or Bandhan in this case, that can be felt even when they’re miles apart. All we had to do was bring this beautiful story to life. After this, you never know, you might be the reason your mother is hiccupping today.”
The digital film has been conceptualised by Havas CX India and will be distributed across various online platforms, including social media channels.
Ad Campaigns
Indian Silk House Agencies launches ‘Shubho Smriti’ PoilaBoishakh campaign
Brand celebrates Bengali New Year with stories of 100 women and their saree memories.
MUMBAI: Indian Silk House Agencies has woven a beautiful new story for PoilaBoishakh, one stitched together with memories, emotions, and the timeless elegance of a saree. The leading saree retailer has unveiled ‘Shubho Smriti’, a digital-first campaign that brings together the voices of 100 women sharing their personal celebrations of the Bengali New Year. The campaign highlights how the saree remains an essential thread in these evolving traditions, from daughters gifting their mothers after years of quiet sacrifice to sarees passed down through generations carrying decades of love.
Indian Silk House Agencies CEO Darshan Dudhoria said, “What gives any tradition its relevance over time are the memories people attach to it. For over five decades, we have been closely connected to this cultural fabric. This campaign came from a simple intent to listen to these stories of our customers and bring them together.”
To mark the occasion, the brand has launched a dedicated PoilaBoishakh collection featuring handwoven textiles such as Matka silk and Jamdani, along with classic reds and whites, softer seasonal hues, and brighter options. The collection starts at ₹999 and is now available online and in stores across Eastern India.
By blending cultural nostalgia with contemporary storytelling, Indian Silk House Agencies has created more than just a campaign, it has turned personal memories into a shared celebration of tradition, emotion, and timeless style.
This PoilaBoishakh, the brand reminds us that the most beautiful things in life are often the ones we weave into our own stories, one elegant drape at a time.
