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Colors appoints Pavithra Vivek as head – Property Sales
MUMBAI: Viacom18’s flagship brand, Colors, has appointed Pavithra Vivek as the head of Property Sales.
In this role, Vivek will report to the national sales head – Simran Hoon and will be responsible for revenue generation on reality shows, AFP’s, special projects along with providing customised solutions to the advertisers.
Vivek brings with her over a decade of experience in the broadcast and entertainment industry. She started her career with Star, handling sales for Star News, NGC and Channels [v].
Vivek’s past experience includes her last assignment with Aidem Ventures and prior to that with NDTV Media Ltd, where she spent the last 8 and a half years supporting the sales function of the company. In her most recent capacity, she headed the sales effort nationally for News 24 and Live India out of Delhi. While in the time, she spent with NDTV, she also managed National Sales for NDTV 24X7, and at different points was responsible for NDTV India, NDTV Profit, MSN India and NDTV Good Times.
Vivek said, “My new role with Colors is interesting yet challenging. Colors is a strong entertainment brand and this role offers an opportunity to move beyond sales to create concepts and innovative content solutions for advertisers. In the last decade, I have witnessed the growth of television and viewership changes in the industry. And, this is just the right time to apply past learnings and build winning partnerships.”
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Malaika Arora launches Maejoy accessories brand with Myntra partnership
New label debuts with 250 plus handbags and lab grown diamond jewellery.
MUMBAI: When style meets sparkle, a new brand is ready to take centre stage. Actor and entrepreneur Malaika Arora has launched a lifestyle accessories label called Maejoy, developed in collaboration with Exceed Entertainment and Myntra Jabong India Private Limited (MJIPL), the B2B wholesale arm of Myntra. The brand enters the market with a debut collection of more than 250 styles spanning handbags and lab grown diamond jewellery, two categories that continue to define everyday personal style for modern consumers.
The handbag lineup includes crossbody bags, structured shoulder bags, bucket bags, totes, backpacks, clutches and workwear inspired designs. The pieces are crafted using materials such as synthetic leather, raffia, braids, satin, rhinestones and metallic finishes.
Alongside the bags, Maejoy has introduced a jewellery range featuring lab grown diamond rings, earrings, pendants, bracelets and tennis bracelets. The pieces are set in 925 sterling silver bases with gold, silver and rose gold tones, and include diamonds certified by IGI and GCI.
Positioned as a premium yet accessible accessories label, Maejoy is built around the philosophy “The Joy of Being Me”, aiming to blend aspirational fashion with everyday usability. The brand’s positioning centres on three pillars: authenticity, empowerment and accessibility.
Arora described the venture as a natural extension of her long association with fashion and personal style.
“Maejoy is a labour of love. Throughout my career, whether on screen, in business or through personal style, I have always believed fashion should feel empowering yet effortless. The Joy of Being Me celebrates individuality while making global fashion trends more accessible,” she said.
MJIPL, CXO and head of house of brands Suman Saha said the brand brings together Arora’s style perspective with a strong opportunity in the accessible premium accessories segment.
“Maejoy combines Malaika Arora’s distinctive style sensibility with fashion forward designs that we believe will resonate strongly with consumers looking for elevated yet wearable accessories,” he said.
Exceed Entertainment CEO Afsar Zaidi added that building celebrity led brands requires balancing authenticity with market viability.
“Malaika commands respect both as a fashion icon and a businesswoman. Bringing her creative vision together with Myntra’s brand building expertise creates a strong foundation for Maejoy,” he said.
The collection is available exclusively on Myntra through its website and mobile app, making the brand accessible to millions of shoppers across India as it steps into the competitive lifestyle accessories space.
