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Beardo to groom Kings XI Punjab
MUMBAI: Beardo, one of India’s leading luxury grooming products for men, has partnered with Kings XI Punjab as it kicks off its campaign to win the 2019 edition of the IPL. Beardo will be the official ‘Grooming Partners’ for the Kings XI Punjab this season as it hunts for its maiden title.
The unmistakable Beardo logo will prominently feature on all caps and helmets of all players of the Kings XI Punjab.
Beardo co-founder Ashutosh Valani said, "We’re thrilled to be the grooming partners for Kings XI Punjab. They’re one of the most exciting teams in the league that have a united legion of devoted fans across generations and cultures. Keeping in sync with Beardo’s continuous effort to introduce new innovative product to our men’s grooming range, the association gives us a chance to showcase our merchandise at one of the biggest sporting events in the world.”
Kings XI Punjab CEO Satish Menon commented, “I welcome Beardo to Kings XI Punjab, knowing that we have the right partner with whom we can create a unique future with new ideas. We’re positive that this association will offer something new to our fans and also help us connect with new cricket enthusiasts. We look forward to a successful partnership with Beardo."
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ZEEL transfers syndication business, invests Rs 505 crore in IP push
Restructuring, stake buy and FCCB moves signal sharper content strategy
MUMBAI: In the content economy, owning the story is half the battle monetising it is the real game, and Zee Entertainment Enterprises is doubling down on both. The company has approved the transfer of its syndication and content licensing business to its wholly owned subsidiary ZI-IPR Enterprises, alongside an investment of Rs 505 crore aimed at strengthening its play in content intellectual property (IP) acquisition, management and monetisation. The move, effective April 1, 2026, will see the business transferred on a slump sale basis at book value, including all associated assets, liabilities and commercial rights effectively consolidating IP operations under a more focused structure.
At its core, the restructuring signals a strategic shift. As content consumption increasingly fragments across digital and global platforms, the value of IP lies not just in creation but in how efficiently it can be distributed, repackaged and monetised across markets. By housing its syndication engine within ZI-IPR Enterprises, ZEEL appears to be building a more agile and scalable ecosystem, one that can better extract value from its vast content library while adapting to evolving distribution models.
But the company’s ambitions are not limited to restructuring. ZEEL has also approved an investment of up to Rs 20.09 crore in Culture of Real Experiences (CORE), acquiring a 51 per cent stake in the entity. The move expands its footprint into the broader creative and experiential space, suggesting a push beyond traditional broadcasting into areas where content, culture and immersive experiences intersect.
At the same time, ZEEL has moved to tidy up its financials, approving the redemption of $23.9 million in outstanding foreign currency convertible bonds (FCCBs) and cancelling an unused $215.1 million commitment. The twin steps are expected to ease pressure on its treasury, freeing up capital and improving financial flexibility as the company invests more aggressively in its IP strategy.
Taken together, the decisions reflect a company in recalibration mode streamlining legacy structures, sharpening its focus on content ownership, and exploring new avenues for growth. In a market where the lines between television, streaming and experiential entertainment are increasingly blurred, ZEEL’s latest moves suggest it is not just creating content, but building a system to make that content travel further and pay better.
