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BPCL’s ‘Pure for Sure’ TVC: Where trust meets Rahul Dravid’s dependability
Mumbai: Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd (BPCL) took immense pride in unveiling its highly-anticipated TVC campaign, Aapki Gaadi ka Mr Dependable, featuring cricket icon Rahul Dravid as its esteemed brand ambassador. This groundbreaking campaign seamlessly intertwined the values of trustworthiness, dependability, and reliability exemplified by the legendary “Mr. Dependable” himself, Rahul Dravid, with BPCL’s ‘Pure for Sure’ quality-assurance initiative.
In a captivating narrative, the TVC showcased Dravid in various roles, from a distracted driver to a jovial dad cracking jokes, all while a prescient voiceover anticipated his every move. The overarching message was unequivocal: “Nobody knows you as well as your travel partners,” symbolizing BPCL’s unwavering commitment to customer-centricity.
The TVC culminated with Dravid’s visit to his trusted BPCL-branded petrol pump, where he expected nothing less than ‘sahi quantity, sahi quality’ delivered with ‘next-gen technology’ and ‘thoda sa extra pyaar.’ These elements underscored BPCL’s core values of quality assurance and customer-centricity.
BPCL executive director incharge (retail) Santosh Kumar said, “This campaign captures the essence of trust, authenticity, and assurance. It offers a glimpse into the rigorous processes and quality checks that BPCL’s products undergo, reinforcing the brand’s promise of providing uncompromised quality to its customers”.
BPCL chief general manager (PR & brand) Abbas Akhtar expressed his excitement, stating, “Our latest TVC campaign signifies the indomitable connection between ‘Pure for Sure’ and Rahul Dravid, a genuine epitome of reliability. This campaign not only commemorates the harmonious blend of BPCL’s dedication to trust, commitment, and personalisation with Rahul Dravid’s dependable persona, but also conveys our unwavering commitment to consistently deliver excellence to our esteemed customers.”
Tarun Singh Chauhan, the lead consultant on the project, emphasized that the campaign’s core essence revolves around cherishing the entire journey, not merely the destination. Through meticulous planning and execution, we seamlessly integrated the campaign into the fabric of consumers’ daily lives. It provided a unique insight into the rigorous procedures and stringent quality standards that BPCL’s products undergo, further reinforcing the brand’s unwavering commitment to delivering unparalleled quality to its cherished customers.
Fatmen Ideas creative director Ashwin Varkey which conceptualised the campaign, shared his thoughts, saying, “Bharat Petroleum’s foundation has always been rooted in a deep understanding of its customers. Our innovative approach was to demonstrate the remarkable connection between individuals and their vehicles, emphasizing our commitment to understanding our customers on a personal level. In terms of execution, our vision was to create a joyful and relatable cinematic experience, with Rahul Dravid portraying a range of endearing characters.”
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Kwality Wall’s reports standalone losses following strategic HUL demerger
Ice cream major faces Rs 64 crore Ebitda loss amid commodity inflation and muted Q3 sales
MUMBAI: Kwality Wall’s (India) Limited (KWIL) has released its first set of financial results as a standalone entity, revealing a challenging start to its independent journey. Following its successful demerger from Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL) on 1st December 2025 and its subsequent listing on 16th February 2026, the company is navigating a transition period marked by structural changes and high input costs.
For the quarter ended 31st December 2025, the company reported revenue of Rs 222 crores. Despite the revenue base, the bottom line was impacted by several factors, resulting in an Ebitda loss of Rs 64.2 crores. When calculated on a Pre-IND AS 116 basis, the Ebitda loss stood at Rs 83.8 crores.
Organic Sales Growth (OSG) declined by 6.5 per cent year-on-year during the quarter. Volume growth, however, saw a marginal increase of 1.2 per cent. The company reported a gross margin of 41.5 per cent. Additionally, exceptional expenses amounting to Rs 94 crores were recorded, primarily linked to non-recurring costs during the transition phase.
Performance across portfolios and channels was mixed. Within the impulse portfolio, brands such as Magnum and Cornetto recorded mid-single digit volume growth, indicating steady demand in on-the-go consumption. However, the in-home portfolio, which includes take-home packs, experienced muted consumption. The company is planning a relaunch of this category with improved offerings ahead of the 2026 season.
Quick commerce (Q-Com) continued to emerge as a strong growth driver, delivering robust double-digit growth during the quarter. Meanwhile, the company also expanded its physical distribution network by increasing the number of company-owned cabinets across markets.
Margin pressure during the quarter was driven by a combination of one-off factors and broader cost inflation. Gross margins were impacted by around 600 basis points due to trade investments made for stock liquidation. Additionally, cocoa price inflation contributed to another 400 basis points of pressure on margins.
Deputy managing director Chitrank Goel attributed the muted performance partly to prolonged monsoons and transitional challenges linked to the GST framework. Operating expenses also increased as the company invested in establishing its standalone supply chain, operational systems and corporate infrastructure following the demerger.
Looking ahead, the management remains focused on a volume-driven growth strategy. To restore profitability, the company has initiated a cost productivity programme aimed at reducing non-consumer-facing costs. It is also working on building regional manufacturing networks to optimise logistics expenses and improve operational efficiency.
The commodity outlook for the near term remains mixed. Dairy prices are expected to remain firm due to tight supply conditions and rising fodder costs. Sugar prices may also move higher following increases in the Minimum Selling Price (MSP). While cocoa prices have moderated recently, currency depreciation has offset some of the potential cost relief for the company.
