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Chandrika Soap’s dazzling campaign: LED magic at Juhu Beach
Mumbai: Laqshya Media group, a pioneer in out-of-home (OOH) advertising, proudly announces the successful execution of an immersive month-long campaign for Wipro Consumer Care and Lighting’s iconic Chandrika soap in Maharashtra. The highlight of this remarkable campaign was the introduction of a Floating LED at Mumbai’s Juhu beach, captivating the hearts of lakhs of visitors. Chandrika successfully blended cultural relevance with technological innovation, creating a memorable and impactful campaign.
The campaign, strategically launched during the festive season, aimed to resonate with the sentiments of the people of Maharashtra. With its rich heritage of over 80 years, Chandrika embarked on a journey to captivate new hearts through 3D visuals and linguistic customization specifically tailored for the people of Maharashtra in Hindi, English and Marathi. The grandeur of the campaign was exemplified by the Floating LED at Juhu Beach, measuring an impressive 66.6×23 ft. During the activation at Juhu Beach recently, approximately 1.25 lakh people per day experienced the magic created by the combination of bright stars, dancing waves, and the unique presence of Chandrika’s Floating LED. This spectacular setup left a lasting impression, fostering a positive impact on the brand.
Collaborating with Wipro Consumer Care and Lighting, Laqshya Media Group strategically implemented an innovative month-long campaign across key cities in Maharashtra, including Mumbai, Thane, and Navi Mumbai. The campaign featured strategically positioned high-impact sites, reinforcing Chandrika’s heritage and Ayurvedic goodness.
Utilising their in-house proprietary tool, Sharp, Laqshya identified ideal locations aligned with the target audience’s preferences. The campaign utilised a mix of formats, including Billboards, BQS, Bus Wraps, Unipoles, Digital screens, Railway Station Media, and Metro Media. The #ApneDeshkaGlow creative concept was seamlessly integrated, fostering deep connections with the audience across diverse out-of-home tools and social media platforms.
A trusted brand with a rich heritage, Chandrika Soap boldly expanded its reach and attracted new consumers in core markets. Crafted with time-tested Ayurvedic ingredients, Chandrika offers a unique formula combating common skin issues. The soap’s meticulous crafting over ten days has earned the unwavering trust of millions of women.
Laqshya Media Group is proud to have played a pivotal role in Chandrika’s successful campaign, combining innovation, technology, and creativity to leave an indelible mark on Maharashtra’s audience.
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Netflix Q1 2026 earnings ad growth and content spending in focus
Streaming giant set to report results on Thursday after walking away from Warner Bros Discovery takeover.
MUMBAI: Netflix is about to hit play on its latest quarterly numbers and investors are hoping the plot thickens in all the right ways. The streaming leader reports its first-quarter 2026 earnings on Thursday, marking its first set of results since it walked away from a proposed takeover of Warner Bros Discovery. That failed bid would have handed Netflix prized franchises such as Game of Thrones and Friends on a silver platter, sparing the costly effort of building its own library. Instead, the company now faces tougher competition from a potential $110 billion Warner Bros-Paramount Skydance combination, should that deal close.
Analysts polled by LSEG expect Netflix to post a 15.5 per cent rise in revenue to $12.18 billion, with advertising contributing $634 million. The company raised US prices in March, a move some believe could prompt an upward revision to its full-year revenue forecast and nudge more subscribers towards the faster-growing ad-supported tier.
Netflix shares have climbed 13 per cent so far this year and are up roughly 26 per cent since the company stepped back from the $72 billion Warner Bros deal. With the merger drama behind it, the spotlight now shifts to how aggressively Netflix can expand its advertising business and live programming.
“We’re kind of entering another phase for the ad business, where they are becoming one of the largest scaled global advertising platforms,” said Gabelli Funds portfolio manager John Belton, which holds Netflix shares.
During the quarter, Netflix beefed up its live slate with a BTS concert streamed from Seoul that drew 18.4 million viewers worldwide and the 2026 World Baseball Classic, which became the most-streamed baseball game globally. Investors are watching for signals that the company will lean further into sports and other live events to fuel ad revenue growth.
The results come at a pivotal moment. Having dodged what could have been a debt-heavy acquisition, Netflix has the freedom and the cash to double down on its core strengths: original content spending and building a robust, scaled advertising platform. Whether the numbers deliver a binge-worthy performance or leave viewers wanting more, one thing is clear: the streaming wars are far from over, and Netflix is determined to keep its crown.
Expect plenty of drama when the figures drop after all, in the world of streaming, every quarter is its own cliffhanger.
