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Liberty General Insurance’s Independence Day film celebrates worry-free journeys
Mumbai: As India celebrates its 78th Independence Day, Liberty General Insurance has released its new brand film. The film offers a humorous depiction of the freedom and peace of mind provided by their services to car owners. Set against the backdrop of a family’s picnic journey, the film highlights the importance of roadside assistance cover freshly and engagingly.
The film humorously depicts exaggerated car troubles during a family’s outing, only to have each issue swiftly resolved by the ever-reliable Liberty General Insurance. From flat tires to unexpected breakdowns, the film highlights the often-overlooked hero of car ownership: roadside assistance cover. Liberty General Insurance shows that no matter the obstacle, they are always there to ensure a smooth ride. Vibrant colors, upbeat music, and quirky animations combine to create a joyful and engaging narrative that underscores the importance of being prepared for anything on the road.
“At Liberty General Insurance, we believe that true freedom comes with the peace of mind that you’re covered, no matter what happens on the road. Whether it’s through our prompt roadside assistance or our quick claims process, this Independence Day film is not just a celebration of our services but also of the freedom that comes with knowing we’ve got your back,” said Liberty General Insurance CEO & whole-time director Parag Ved.
“We’ve used humor and creativity to demonstrate our commitment to being a dependable partner for car owners, ensuring they can enjoy life’s moments without worry,” Ved added.
The film serves as a powerful tool to reinforce Liberty General Insurance’s brand promise of reliability and customer care. By showcasing relatable, everyday scenarios in a humorous light, the film ensures that the message of security and trust resonates with viewers long after the credits roll.
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Sameer Nair shares heartfelt note as he exits Applause Entertainment
After nine years building the streamer’s content engine, one of India’s best-known TV men is moving on
MUMBAI: Sameer Nair is out. The chief executive of Applause Entertainment, the content studio backed by Kumar Mangalam Birla’s media empire, has announced his departure after nearly nine years at the helm, closing the chapter on one of Indian entertainment’s more quietly consequential careers.
Nair, who built Applause from the ground up in its current avatar, oversaw a slate that spanned Indian originals and international adaptations, threading together a hub-and-spoke business model that partnered with streaming platforms, broadcasters and production houses alike. The results were uneven, as they always are in content, but the ambition was not.
In a post on LinkedIn, Nair was generous to his outgoing patron. He thanked Birla for being an “inspirational boss and a great patron of the arts,” and signed off with a cheerful “Au Revoir” and a promise to remain Applause’s biggest cheerleader. Whether that sentiment survives the next chapter remains to be seen.
No successor has been named. Applause Entertainment did not immediately comment.
Nair built the machine. Now someone else has to run it — and in a streaming market that is simultaneously consolidating and convulsing, that is no small ask.
