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Havas Media bags integrated media duties of British Council
MUMBAI: Havas Media, India has bagged the integrated media duties of British Council Examinations and English Services India Pvt Ltd, a subsidiary of British Council, UK, specialising in international cultural and educational opportunities with presence in over 100 countries.
The mandate includes media strategy, planning and buying, digital and social duties. The account will be handled out of the agency’s Gurgaon office.
Established in 1948, the British Council is recognised across India for its network of eight libraries and cultural centres. It offers a range of specialised projects in arts, education, English language and society to several thousand people across India. It also provides access to English language training and learning for both students and teachers and enables opportunities to study abroad including in the UK. BC Examinations and English Services India Pvt Ltd manages the delivery of IELTS and Digital English language services.
Commenting on the partnership, British Council Examinations and English Services India Pvt Ltd CEO Michael King said, “Agility and a consumer-centric mindset from our partners is key to our deliveries, as is reliance on deeper customer insights and data-driven actions. We are confident that Havas Media with its integrated media approach and market expertise will deliver the desired results for the brand. We are excited about this partnership and look forward to working with Havas Media.”
Havas Media Group, India managing director Mohit Joshi said, “We are delighted to be partnering with British Council, an international organisation that aims to celebrate the modern-day relationship between both countries and build meaningful connections via creativity, collaboration and cultural exchange. Digital is at the core of Havas and we are proud to be associated with a digital-first brand that has created world-leading digital cultural experiences, opening up the worlds of dance, music and theatre to millions of young Indians.”
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Paisley Pop Shop expands film collaborations for 2026 slate
Three new film tie-ups follow Rs 112 crore success of Ek Deewane ki Deewaniyat
MUMBAI: Lights, camera… couture, because in hindi movie’s latest script, jewellery isn’t just worn, it performs. Luxury label Paisley Pop Shop is doubling down on its cinematic ambitions, confirming partnerships with three upcoming film productions slated for release in late 2026. The move comes on the back of the brand’s breakout moment with Ek Deewane ki Deewaniyat, which clocked a global box office haul of Rs 112 crore by early 2026. That outing, fronted by Sonam Bajwa, saw Paisley Pop’s designs become integral to character styling turning screen presence into a trend-setting moment off-screen.
For its next act, the brand is crafting bespoke heritage pieces for lead characters across genres, spanning period dramas to contemporary narratives. While film titles remain under wraps, the strategy signals a clear pivot: from product placement to narrative integration.
Alongside these collaborations, Paisley Pop is rolling out a limited-run “Film Edit” this April. The capsule includes the “Protagonist Series” featuring sculptural Polki sets designed for high-definition visual impact, and “Heritage Revival” pieces rooted in intricate Kundan craftsmanship both aimed at translating cinematic aesthetics into consumer wardrobes.
At the centre of this expansion is a growing emphasis on storytelling through design. The brand’s J&K artisan collective, which gained visibility through its previous film outing, continues to anchor this approach, blending traditional techniques with screen-ready scale.
What began as a styling experiment now looks like a structured play at the intersection of fashion and film. And if Paisley Pop’s trajectory holds, the silver screen may soon double up as its most influential showroom.
