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Karan Johar adds star power to Nuuk’s smart style
MUMBAI: Now that’s what you call a reel good design! Filmmaker Karan Johar is bringing his trademark flair to the world of home appliances, teaming up with Nuuk for a multi-film campaign that celebrates the brand’s design-first philosophy.
Known for turning everyday emotions into cinematic moments, Karan channels that same touch into Nuuk’s new range, where sleek form meets smart function. The collaboration kicks off with Nuuk Brīsk, India’s first food-safe ILAG Ceramictech air fryer, a toxin-free innovation built for the modern kitchen.
The film, set in a stylish kitchen, captures Karan’s blend of drama and detail, showcasing an appliance that’s as safe as it is smart. With 8 preset cooking modes (including tandoor, crispy fry and ferment) and a 360 rapid air circulation system, the Brīsk proves design can be delicious too.
“I’ve always admired creations that combine innovation and intent,” said Karan Johar. “Nuuk’s design-first approach mirrors my belief that everyday experiences can be transformed through thoughtful design.”
Echoing this sentiment, Nuuk’s co-founders Gazal Kalra and Shalabh Gupta said the partnership brings together Karan’s creative sensibility and the brand’s mission to reimagine home living with purpose and polish.
The campaign will unfold through a series of stylish short films featuring Nuuk’s hero products, from air fryers to heaters and humidifiers, each crafted to highlight how design and function can beautifully coexist.
Since its launch in 2024, Nuuk has been redefining Indian homes with sleek, smart, and sustainable innovation. And with Karan Johar now in the frame, this partnership promises to make even kitchen counters feel red-carpet ready.
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Havas reports solid Q1 2026 with 2.5 per cent organic net revenue growth
Advertising group maintains positive momentum and confirms full-year guidance.
MUMBAI: Havas has started 2026 on a strong note proving that even in uncertain times, its converged model continues to deliver. The global advertising and communications group reported net revenue of €638 million for the first quarter of 2026, representing organic growth of +2.5 per cent compared to the same period last year. This performance was driven particularly by a robust +7.4 per cent organic growth in the United States.
Total revenue for the quarter reached €667 million, with organic growth of +2.8 per cent. Recent acquisitions contributed a positive scope impact of +1.7 per cent, while foreign exchange movements had a negative impact of -5.8 per cent, mainly due to the US dollar and British pound.
Europe, which accounts for 50 per cent of net revenue, delivered +1.1 per cent organic growth, supported by a good performance in France. North America (36 per cent of net revenue) led the way with +7.4 per cent growth, thanks to strong contributions from both Havas Creative and Havas Media. APAC & Africa (8 per cent) saw a decline of -6.2 per cent, while Latin America (6 per cent) remained nearly stable at -0.6 per cent.
Havas chairman and CEO Yannick Bolloré said, “Havas has started 2026 on a solid footing, continuing its momentum and delivering organic growth in net revenue of +2.5 per cent. This performance, in line with our full-year 2026 guidance, was driven in particular by continued strength in the US.”
The group also continued its bolt-on acquisition strategy, acquiring majority stakes in four agencies during the quarter: Acento Public Affairs (Spain), Ctrl Digital (Sweden), Styleheads (Germany), and Eyesight (France).
Havas maintained its strong creative reputation, ranking as a top holding company in the WARC Creative 100 for the sixth consecutive year, with three agencies BETC, Havas Paris, and Havas India placing in the Top 50.
Looking ahead, Havas confirmed its 2026 guidance: organic net revenue growth between +2.0 per cent and +3.0 per cent, adjusted EBIT margin between 13.2 per cent and 13.5 per cent, and a dividend payout ratio of around 40 per cent. The group also reiterated its medium-term targets for 2028.
Despite ongoing macroeconomic and geopolitical uncertainty, Havas enters the rest of the year with solid fundamentals and confidence in its ability to deliver sustainable, profitable growth.
In a challenging environment, Havas is proving that its integrated, client-centric model remains resilient delivering steady growth while continuing to invest in creativity and innovation. The first quarter results suggest the group is well-positioned to navigate the year ahead with confidence.
