Brands
HMD partners with Raghav Juyal as brand ambassador
Pan-India star to lead 360-degree campaign for new smartphone lineup launching on Flipkart in 2026.
MUMBAI: HMD has just choreographed its smartest move yet tapping dance dynamo and all-round entertainer Raghav Juyal as the fresh face of its smartphones. The Finnish phone maker announced the partnership today, bringing on the versatile Pan-India star to front a full-throttle 360-degree campaign across OOH billboards, print, social media, video platforms and influencer networks. Raghav, known for his bold, unconventional roles across dance, television, OTT and mainstream cinema, brings an authentic, unfiltered vibe that resonates deeply with Gen Z and millennial audiences who prize self-expression and originality.
This alliance perfectly mirrors HMD’s own reinvention: combining cutting-edge technology with accessible, value-driven pricing while championing human-centric innovation. Raghav’s effortless style and creative versatility make him the ideal match for a brand that wants to empower everyday creators rather than chase algorithms.
HMD India VP and CEO of APAC and ANZ Ravi Kunwar said, “As we enter our next phase of growth, this partnership with Raghav marks a defining step in HMD’s bold reinvention journey. His persona aligns seamlessly with our vision of building smartphones that empower this new generation to express themselves freely.”
Raghav Juyal added, “HMD’s human-centric approach to technology truly resonates with me. Their smartphones equip versatile storytellers like me with the clarity, power and reliability to push creative boundaries across every screen and platform. I’m genuinely excited to bring a fresh, new-age energy to audiences through HMD’s bold campaigns.”
The tie-up builds on HMD’s strong momentum in 2026, which already includes an official association with Rajasthan Royals for IPL activations, a collaboration with Sarvam AI to bring advanced voice tech to feature phones, and an exclusive launch partnership with Flipkart to roll out the new lineup nationwide.
From dance floors to OTT screens, Raghav has always moved to his own beat. Now he’s helping HMD dial up the same disruptive energy in the smartphone world proving that sometimes the best way to connect with the next generation is to keep things refreshingly real, reliably powerful and effortlessly cool. The campaign drops soon, and if Raghav’s track record is anything to go by, it’s going to be anything but ordinary.
Brands
Wipro Q4 profit up 4 per cent to Rs 3,037cr
Full-year net profit jumps 11 per cent to Rs 12,130cr as revenue climbs to record Rs 71,345cr.
MUMBAI: Wipro has just delivered another clean quarter proving the IT giant is still computing strong returns in a tricky market. Standalone revenue from operations for the three months ended 31 March 2026 rose to Rs 18,363cr, up 5.3 per cent from Rs 17,429cr a year ago. Total income stood at Rs 19,149cr. After expenses, profit before tax came in at Rs 4,078cr, while net profit for the quarter grew 4 per cent to Rs 3,037cr (versus Rs 2,923cr last year). Basic EPS stood at Rs 2.90 and diluted at Rs 2.89.
For the full year ended 31 March 2026, revenue climbed 4 per cent to Rs 71,345cr from Rs 68,575cr in FY25. Total income reached Rs 76,094cr. Profit before tax rose to Rs 15,905cr, and net profit jumped 11 per cent to Rs 12,130cr (from Rs 10,913cr). Basic EPS improved to Rs 11.59 (from Rs 10.44) and diluted to Rs 11.55 (from Rs 10.40).
Total comprehensive income for the quarter was Rs 2,497cr, while the full-year figure stood at Rs 11,263cr.
The numbers reflect steady execution amid a still-cautious spending environment. Employee benefits expense was Rs 9,685cr in Q4 (full year Rs 38,881cr), sub-contracting and technical fees Rs 3,356cr (full year Rs 12,644cr), and depreciation Rs 349cr for the quarter.
In a sector where every basis point counts, Wipro has quietly kept its engine purring posting double-digit annual profit growth while holding the line on costs. With the books now closed on FY26, the Bengaluru-based giant has once again shown that consistent delivery still pays handsome dividends in the global tech services game.
