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Creativefuel takes Priyagold’s social media & digital reins
Agency to lead content, strategy and media to boost Priyagold’s digital presence
MUMBAI: Priyagold has teamed up with Creativefuel to sharpen its social media and digital game for 2026. The partnership will see Creativefuel steering the brand’s social strategy, creating content, crafting stories, and driving community engagement across platforms.
On top of that, the agency will manage digital media planning and buying, ensuring Priyagold’s key messages reach the right audience while delivering measurable impact for both brand and performance goals. The aim is a seamless, audience-first digital presence that honours Priyagold’s legacy while keeping pace with today’s fast-moving online world.
“Priyagold has always focused on connecting with consumers across generations,” said Priyagold director Mannas Agarwwal. “Creativefuel’s grasp of digital culture and audience behaviour made them a natural partner for building a consistent and meaningful online story.”
Creativefuel founder and CEO Tushar Sukhramani added, “Priyagold is a household name across generations. Our focus will be on creating a digital presence that is consistent, culturally relevant, and true to the brand’s essence, supported by sharp media execution to deliver real results.”
This win adds to Creativefuel’s growing FMCG portfolio, joining brands like Balaji Wafers in its stable and strengthening its position as one of India’s leading digital partners for consumer brands.
Priyagold, renowned for its trusted presence in Indian households, continues to evolve its communication approach as digital platforms play an ever-increasing role in connecting with consumers.
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Publicis Groupe to acquire 160over90 from WME Group
Deal aims to build data-led platform linking brands, fans and culture at scale
MUMBAI: Publicis Groupe has agreed to acquire 160over90 from WME Group, in a move that signals a major push into the fast-growing world of sports and culture-led marketing.
The deal, subject to regulatory approvals, will see Publicis combine its existing Publicis Sports capabilities with 160over90’s global footprint to create what it calls a unified, end-to-end platform connecting brands with audiences through sport, entertainment and culture.
Founded as a division of WME Group, 160over90 has built a reputation for delivering high-impact campaigns across some of the world’s biggest sporting moments, including the Super Bowl, Olympic Games and FIFA World Cup. With over 670 employees across the US, UK, EMEA and Apac, the agency works with global brands to create experiences that resonate both on and off the field.
The acquisition reflects a broader shift in marketing, where sport has become a central pillar of premium media. With the global sports media market estimated at $150 billion and sponsorships crossing $90 billion, brands are increasingly looking for more integrated ways to engage audiences.
Publicis is betting that a data-led approach will be the differentiator. By integrating 160over90 with its own capabilities, including the Epsilon identity ecosystem and Influential network, the company aims to offer marketers a seamless way to plan, activate and measure campaigns across media, sponsorships, live events and creator partnerships.
Publicis Groupe CEO Arthur Sadoun said, “After building our industry-leading position in identity resolution, commerce, and creators, our next big bet is sport. In the age of AI, it has become one of the most high-value channels for clients.”
He added that combining 160over90’s expertise with Publicis’ data and technology stack would help “connect brands to fans in ways that are both meaningful and measurable”.
Echoing the sentiment, Publicis Connected Media CEO Dave Penski said, “Sport has become the most powerful intersection of culture, commerce and community,” highlighting the growing need to treat sports marketing as a measurable channel rather than just brand-building.
As part of the deal, Publicis will also enter into a strategic partnership with WME Group, enabling closer collaboration on talent, content and brand partnerships. WME Group president Mark Shapiro said the tie-up would open up new opportunities for talent and brands to scale their ambitions globally.
Post acquisition, the combined Publicis Sports entity will report to Suzy Deering, while Robbie Henchman will remain with WME Group to oversee the ongoing partnership.
The move builds on Publicis’ recent investments in the space, including acquisitions of Adopt and Bespoke in 2025 and a partnership with Magic Johnson Enterprises, underscoring its intent to dominate the intersection of sport, culture and commerce.
As brands chase both attention and accountability, Publicis’ latest play suggests the future of sports marketing may be less about moments alone and more about measurable impact at scale.
