Brands
Kingfisher revamps O la la la leo with football stars
MUMBAI: When football meets flavour, you get Kingfisher’s latest twist on a classic. Kingfisher premium packaged drinking water has reinvented its signature O la la la leo jingle in a lively acappella format, enlisting Argentina’s football legends Lionel Messi, Emiliano Martinez, Enzo Fernandez and Nicolas Tagliafico to turn music into motion.
The campaign, created by Ogilvy, ditches instruments entirely, layering beatboxing, humming, whistling and harmonies to celebrate Kingfisher’s globally recognised anthem of good times. Fans and players share the spotlight in a split-screen spectacle, syncing ball tricks to rhythm in a seamless dance of sport and sound. From high-energy dribbles to perfectly timed passes, every move echoes the jingle’s infectious beat, uniting football and music in a festival of flair.
“This campaign marks an exciting step in Kingfisher’s global journey,” said United Breweries Limited chief marketing officer Vikram Bahl. “By bringing our signature jingle into international football, we are connecting with audiences in a way that is both playful and powerful. Sport and music speak the same language, and together, they create unforgettable experiences.”
AFA chief commercial and marketing officer Leandro Petersen added, “The acappella treatment combined with our players’ energy reflects the vibrancy and passion that define football. It’s a celebration of rhythm, unity and joy.” Ogilvy South chief creative officer Puneet Kapoor summed it up, “What started as India’s party soundtrack is now a global groove, uniting fans, friends and football legends. When O la la la leo drops, it’s a signal to Messi, Tagliafico, Fernandez and Martinez to raise their glasses and let the good times roll.”
The brand film will be streamed across Meta, Youtube and television, bringing this high-octane, rhythm-packed experience to football enthusiasts and Kingfisher fans alike, proving that good times can now be scored in goals and grooves alike.
Brands
Beardo unveils new film for Godfather fragrance
Danish Pandor leads cinematic campaign spotlighting power and comeback narrative.
MUMBAI: Power doesn’t always shout sometimes, it just walks back in and takes its seat. Beardo has rolled out a new campaign film for its flagship Godfather fragrance, bringing a cinematic lens to one of its most recognisable products. The film stars Danish Pandor, fresh off his portrayal of Uzair Baloch, and leans into a narrative built on quiet authority, tension, and a long-anticipated return.
Set in an abandoned den with an unclaimed throne, the film unfolds through whispers and restrained drama, culminating in a reveal that favours presence over proclamation. The storytelling mirrors the positioning of the Godfather fragrance itself, an enduring bestseller in the men’s grooming category, known for its bold, woody-spicy profile and appeal across age groups.
Rather than opting for a traditional feature-led approach, the brand leans into mood and mythology. Pandor’s performance anchors the film’s central idea of an anti-hero reclaiming control, aligning with the fragrance’s identity as a symbol of dominance and self-assured masculinity.
Conceptualised by Beardo’s in-house team, the campaign has been released across Instagram and Youtube, reflecting a broader shift towards content that blurs the line between advertising and entertainment particularly for digital-first audiences.
The fragrance itself blends mint, lemon, geranium, vetiver, and musk, designed to be long-lasting and versatile. But the campaign makes it clear: this isn’t just about scent notes, it’s about signalling presence.
In a category crowded with claims, Beardo’s latest play doesn’t try to be louder. It simply leans into the idea that the real ‘OG’ doesn’t announce itself, it’s felt.
