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Major rise in spending of consumer durables category: CAM report
MUMBAI: Integrated entertainment and retail marketing company Interactive Television, in collaboration with IPSOS-MEDIA CT, released its CAM report for December 2014. The detailed trends and tracker are for the movie PK.
The highlights are as follows:
With 415, there were a high number of brands active on cinema in the last 17 rounds of CAM. This is also the first time that CAM has observed a high number of national brands being present on cinema. A total of 106 new brands tested cinema as an advertising medium for the first time with the movie PK during the month of December 2014. There has been a 54 per cent increase in number of brands active on cinema with the movie PK in December as compared to the CAM round held in November. There has been a major increase in spending of consumer durables category from 32 per cent in November to 85 per cent in December.
A maximum number of 7402 spots played with PK which was Bollywood’s highest grossing film of all time. In the automobile category it increased from18 per cent in November to 71 per cent in December 2014. Finally for the travel accessories category, spending increased from 4 per cent in November to 68 per cent in December 2014.
Choc On has been number one brand on cinema for the last one year. Manyavar garments increased its spending and surpassed Choc on to become number one brand during the December CAM Round. Interestingly the second spot among the top brands is equally distributed among four brands namely; Chocon, High Sierra, Kotak Mahindra Bank and Syska LED Lights at par with 59 per cent.
Olx has a 19 per cent higher brand recall than Choc on with 13 per cent in spite of screen presence of Choc On with 118 screens being more than Olx, which had 86 screens. It was also noticed that the majority of top spenders play 30 seconds ad on cinema. Food and beverage continues to be the top category on cinema in the last one year and has emerged as a biggest spender on this medium.
Brands
Mana Projects names Ranbir Kapoor brand ambassador amid rebranding
Bengaluru developer unveils new identity focused on design and nature.
MUMBAI: When real estate meets reel star power, the foundation for a new brand story is often laid brick by brick. Mana Projects, the Bengaluru based real estate developer, has appointed actor Ranbir Kapoor as its brand ambassador while unveiling a refreshed brand identity aimed at aligning the company with the evolving expectations of modern urban homebuyers.
The announcement marks a new phase for the developer, which has spent over two decades building residential communities in Bengaluru, particularly along emerging growth corridors such as Sarjapur Road.
The updated brand identity reflects the company’s emphasis on design led living and environmentally conscious development. According to the developer, the new positioning focuses on creating residential spaces where architecture, nature, engineering and lifestyle planning work together to shape meaningful living experiences.
Mana Projects chairman and managing director D. Kishore Reddy said the rebranding represents a natural progression as the company adapts to the expectations of a new generation of homeowners.
“This rebranding represents the natural evolution of Mana Projects as we align ourselves with the aspirations of a new generation of homeowners, particularly millennials who form the backbone of Bengaluru’s dynamic homebuyer community,” Reddy said.
He added that today’s buyers increasingly look beyond basic housing to spaces that combine design, sustainability and a strong sense of community.
“At Mana, our philosophy centres on creating homes where space is purposeful, design is intelligent, nature is respected and engineering ensures long term sustainability. Our association with Ranbir Kapoor reflects this new chapter as we continue to build communities that enable people to truly live brilliantly,” he said.
Kapoor, who has been associated with several lifestyle and consumer brands, said the partnership resonated with his own understanding of what makes a home meaningful.
“A home is one of the most meaningful investments people make in their lives, and it should reflect comfort, warmth and a sense of belonging,” Kapoor said.
“What impressed me about Mana Projects is the brilliance of their thought, the way design, nature and functionality come together to enhance everyday living. I’m delighted to be associated with Mana Projects as they continue to create homes that inspire modern urban families to truly live brilliantly.”
The collaboration will be introduced through a large scale integrated campaign spanning digital platforms, outdoor media and experiential activations, making it one of the developer’s most prominent branding initiatives in recent years.
Founded in Bengaluru, Mana Projects has built a portfolio of residential developments that emphasise thoughtful architecture, amenity rich neighbourhoods and environmentally sensitive planning. The company’s projects often integrate open spaces, green landscapes and energy efficient engineering to support sustainable urban living.
With Bengaluru continuing to attract young professionals and technology workers, the developer believes the city’s housing market is increasingly being shaped by buyers seeking well planned communities that balance functionality with quality of life.
Looking ahead, Mana Projects plans to expand its presence across the city by developing future ready residential projects designed to accommodate emerging lifestyle trends such as hybrid work culture, community driven living and multigenerational households.
By combining a refreshed brand identity with a high profile ambassador, the company hopes to strengthen its position in Bengaluru’s competitive real estate market while appealing to a new generation of homeowners seeking homes that blend design, nature and modern living.
