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Emami ropes in Superstar Katrina Kaif as the new face
Emami 7 Oils in One Non Sticky Hair Oil, one of the fastest growing brands in the buoyant light hair oils category, has roped in Superstar Katrina Kaif as its new brand ambassador. With her wide appeal across demographics and ages, Katrina Kaif’s inclusion as an endorser is set to blend perfectly with the ethos of the brand, aptly representing a modern woman who performs every role seamlessly and is an all-rounder just like Emami 7 Oils in One. Emami’s hair care portfolio contribution to turnover is around 30%.
Developed in collaboration with International hair expert Tony Pearce & Indian hair expert/specialists, Emami 7 Oils in One from the house of Emami Ltd, offers an expert solution for repairing hair damage and making it 20 times stronger from inside & all day set from outside. It gives superior nourishment while keeping the hair light at the same time. This oil is a unique blend of 7 natural oils – Almond, Jojoba, Argan, Olive, Walnut, Amla and Coconut.
The overall hair care portfolio size of Emami is INR 1220 cr. Which includes Kesh King oil and Shampoo, Navratna and 7 Oils in One.
Speaking on the occasion Ms. Priti A. Sureka, Director, Emami Limited said, “As per industry estimates, light hair oil is the fastest growing segment with a CAGR of 25 per cent in the last 5 years. As a brand we have taken keen interest in the segment, established ourselves as a dominant player and have gained firm foothold in this dynamic space. We welcome Katrina to our Emami family. She is an epitome of beauty and is grace personified. She is a global figure who has carved her own niche with her sheer confidence and success. Her infectious charm only adds to her superstar repertoire. She fits the brand image impeccably and her involvement will surely have a positive connect with our consumers.”
Commenting on her association with the brand, Katrina Kaif added, “I am extremely glad to be associated with Emami 7 Oils in One as a brand ambassador. Every girl wants a healthy, lustrous mane, but it becomes very difficult to achieve the feat given the amount of damage our hair is exposed to.
My professional commitments ensure that my hair is exposed to a lot of heat and bright lights during shoots which causes extensive damage. Pollution also adds to the harm. With Emami 7 Oils in One, I have found the perfect all-in-one solution for all such problems. The ingredients are all natural oils that help repair hair damage, rejuvenate, nourish and boost hair strength and growth.”
Emami 7 Oils in One is available in 200 ml, 100 ml, 50 ml and 3 ml packs, priced at INR 120, INR 63, INR 33 and Re 1 respectively. Light yellow in colour with a pleasant fragrance, the oil can also be used for styling due to its light texture.
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Vodafone Idea elevates Vineeth Jayendranath as VP, marketing head Mumbai
Telecom marketer takes charge of Mumbai circle with growth and brand focus
MUMBAI: Vodafone Idea Limited has promoted Vineeth Jayendranath to vice president, marketing head for the Mumbai circle, marking a key milestone in his career as the telecom operator sharpens its regional strategy.
In his new role, Jayendranath will lead marketing efforts across prepaid and postpaid segments in one of the country’s most competitive telecom markets. His mandate includes driving revenue growth, strengthening brand positioning, and deepening customer engagement, while also managing profit and loss responsibilities for the circle.
Sharing the update, Vineeth Jayendranath said, “Excited to share, I am starting my new stint as Vice President, Marketing Head for Mumbai circle at Vodafone Idea Ltd. Would like to thank everyone who has supported me in this journey.”
Jayendranath brings over 12 years of experience spanning telecom and IT, with a strong focus on customer value management and data-led marketing. Since joining Vodafone Idea, he has held multiple leadership roles, most recently serving as general manager leading customer value management and prepaid business across Gujarat, Maharashtra and Goa.
During this period, he handled large subscriber bases and multi-billion rupee revenue portfolios, while rolling out hyper-personalised campaigns and a “segment of one” strategy to improve customer retention and upgrades. He also championed a digital-first approach, pushing adoption of data services and unlimited plans through targeted, insight-driven initiatives.
Earlier, he worked with Idea Cellular Ltd in strategy and business intelligence roles, and began his career at Infosys as a systems engineer. A brief stint at Hyundai Motor India Ltd during his internship added early exposure to marketing strategy.
An alumnus of SVKM’s Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies, Jayendranath has steadily built a reputation for combining analytics with marketing execution.
His elevation comes as telecom players double down on circle-level strategies to stay competitive, and Vodafone Idea appears to be betting on data-backed marketing to keep Mumbai firmly in its corner.
