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Havmor introduces Irish Whiskey Flavour & Party Poppers ice creams as Flavours of the Month
MUMBAI: Havmor, one of the leading brands in the ice-cream industry, announces Irish Whiskey Flavour & Party Poppers ice cream as a part of its Flavours of the Month. Being one of the favourite brands of the country, Havmor has always conceptualized its products as per the needs of the consumers. Ice-cream lovers on the other hand, look forward to trying something new and unique.
So, ring into this quarter with Irish Choco Kick, a combination of coffee with caramelized chocolate and Irish whiskey flavour, making it a perfect dessert for any occasion. And the quirky Party Poppers, an amalgamation of different flavours, colourful ice-cream with milky chocolate, Cake, Jam & colourful funfetti can be enjoyed by all age groups, especially kids.
Commenting on the announcement, Mr. Vincent Noronha, Vice President – Marketing, Havmor Ice-creams said, “Creativity and innovation has no bar, and these new flavours are the perfect example of it. Being one of the leaders of this industry, we try to fulfil our consumers’ expectations by giving them varieties to choose from. We are confident and hoping to receive some positive feedback on the newly introduced flavours.”
Indulge yourself with these two new flavours and treat yourself and your loved ones without any reason.
The flavours are available in Scoop at all Havmor parlours and select retail across India.
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Sameer Nair steps down as CEO of Applause Entertainment
Veteran media executive exits after a decade at the Aditya Birla Group-backed studio.
MUMBAI: After a decade of calling the shots, Sameer Nair is taking a bow from Applause Entertainment. The veteran industry leader and CEO of the prominent content studio is stepping down from his role, according to sources familiar with the development. This marks a significant leadership transition at one of India’s key players in the television and digital content space.
Applause Entertainment, part of the Aditya Birla Group, has built a strong reputation under Nair’s leadership for its high-quality adaptations of international formats and a slate of original series across OTT platforms. Nair, who joined the company a decade ago, was instrumental in shaping its growth and positioning it as a notable force in India’s evolving streaming landscape.
Prior to Applause, he held senior roles at major media organisations, including Star India, where he played a pivotal part in the launch of the iconic show Kaun Banega Crorepati in 2000. He also worked with Balaji Telefilms and NDTV Imagine.
It remains unclear who will succeed Nair or what his next professional move will be. Queries sent to Nair did not receive a response, and Applause Entertainment declined to comment on the matter.
His exit comes at a time when the Indian content ecosystem is undergoing rapid changes, with streaming platforms recalibrating investments, focusing on profitability, and adjusting content strategies amid shifting viewer preferences and increasing competition.
Industry insiders suggest the transition could signal a strategic reset for Applause as it navigates the next phase of growth.
In the fast-paced world of Indian entertainment, where hits can fade as quickly as they rise, Sameer Nair has enjoyed a remarkably steady and influential run. As he steps off the stage at Applause, the spotlight now turns to what comes next for both the executive and the studio he helped build.
