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HMD and Sanya Malhotra ring in a new era of self-expression
MUMBAI: HMD has turned up the volume on self-expression with its new ‘Issa vibe’ campaign, starring actor and brand ambassador Sanya Malhotra. The spotlight? The stylish new HMD Vibe 5G: a smartphone designed less for numbers on a sheet and more for personality on the street.
Launched in Mumbai, the campaign marks a bold brand refresh for HMD in India. With the rallying cry “Claim your vibe,” the company is shifting gears from the usual spec-heavy smartphone chatter to something gen z craves more: authenticity, individuality and a touch of flair.
“HMD is moving the conversation from megapixels to meaningful moments,” said HMD, ceo & vice president, India & APAC, Ravi Kunwar. “It’s about how the device enhances life, not just its features. With Sanya and the Vibe 5G, we’re celebrating young India’s energy, confidence and creativity.”
The campaign film brings this ethos to life through Sanya’s dynamic presence, blending everyday moments with expressive style. “Claiming your vibe is about owning who you are with comfort and confidence,” said Malhotra. “For me, the Vibe 5g isn’t just a phone, it’s a creative partner.”
Crafted by And And Brand Partners, the film pulses with youthful energy. Creative director, Rajesh Minocha explained, “We wanted every frame to feel like a heartbeat of self-assurance. Sanya carried that effortlessly, inspiring audiences to own their identity.”
Beyond the screen, the campaign takes a 360-degree route: splashing across TV, print, digital, social, and even retail spaces. From bold digital storytelling to vibrant point-of-sale displays, HMD is ensuring the vibe is everywhere, right where young Indians are.
For a brand known globally as Human Mobile Devices, the message is clear: HMD isn’t just selling phones, it’s selling a feeling. And with the Vibe 5G, it’s loud, proud, and unapologetically stylish.
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Hyundai launches updated Ioniq 5 with 84 kWh battery, 690 km range
Priced at Rs 55.7 lakh, adds design, tech and safety upgrades.
MUMBAI: Charge it up, stretch it out, Hyundai’s latest electric upgrade is going the distance, quite literally. Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) has introduced an updated version of its Ioniq 5, packing in a larger 84.0 kWh battery that delivers a claimed range of up to 690 km (ARAI-certified), marking a significant leap in everyday usability for its flagship electric SUV.
Built on Hyundai’s Electric Global Modular Platform (E-GMP), the refreshed IONIQ 5 aims to balance performance with practicality, reducing range anxiety while making long-distance electric travel more viable. The upgrade builds on a model that has already secured global recognition, including the World Car of the Year title.
The changes aren’t just under the skin. On the outside, the SUV gets a sharper, more futuristic look with redesigned front and rear bumpers, new skid plates, sporty alloy wheels, a revised rear spoiler and updated V-garnish lighting, all while retaining its signature Parametric Pixel design.
Inside, Hyundai has focused on making the experience more intuitive. The cabin now features a redesigned three-spoke steering wheel with illuminated pixel elements, dual 12.3-inch displays, and a reworked wireless charging pad integrated with physical controls for seat functions small tweaks that aim to improve day-to-day usability.
On the tech front, the IONIQ 5 gets Hyundai’s Connected Car Navigation Cockpit (ccNC), Controller Over-the-Air (C-OTA) updates, and now supports wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. New additions such as Active Sound Design and in-car payment integration for EV charging reflect a push towards a more seamless, connected ownership experience. Remote immobilisation via Bluelink has also been introduced as an added security layer.
Safety sees incremental upgrades too, with features like Parking Collision-Avoidance Assist (Rear) and side parking distance warnings enhancing manoeuvrability in tight urban spaces.
The updated IONIQ 5 is available in four colour options Gravity Gold Matte, Midnight Black Pearl, Titan Grey and Optic White with an Obsidian Black interior theme.
Priced at Rs 55.7 lakh (ex-showroom), the new IONIQ 5 positions itself as a more rounded offering, less about futuristic promise, and more about making electric mobility fit seamlessly into everyday life.
