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Marina Summers brings heat to Asia Takeover 2.0
MUMBAI: Mumbai is set for a heatwave of the fabulous kind as Marina Summers returns to blaze through Kitty Su’s Asia Takeover 2.0. The celebrated drag artist, who shot to global fame after winning Drag Race Philippines Season 1, headlines the Mumbai edition on 21 November at The LaLiT.
The second edition arrives with fresh flair and a renewed spirit of Asian artistic celebration. Marina Summers leads a powerhouse line-up featuring Kian, Mumbai’s own scene-stealer known for their electric stage presence; the energetic Trixiecupp; and the hypnotic Velvet Vortex. Together, they promise a night that mirrors the vibrant evolution of queer performance across India and Asia.
Kitty Su and F&B corporate general manager Aashin Moitra said, the showcase captures the club’s core ethos. He noted that Asia Takeover 2.0 represents creativity finding its voice and identities finding their stage, while celebrating global queer artistry with pride. The event, he added, reflects Kitty Su’s continued commitment to platforms that honour expression and community.
With Marina Summers making her much-anticipated return, Asia Takeover 2.0 is set to deliver an evening rich in narrative, performance and the unmistakable Kitty Su charm that has shaped the venue’s legacy.
Asia Takeover 2.0 takes place at Kitty Su Mumbai on Friday, 21 November 2025, with additional details and reservation updates set to be shared via the venue’s official channels.
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Infectious Advertising promotes Siddhartha Singh to CEO and managing partner
Leadership reshuffle sees Nisha Singhania shift focus to strategy and growth
MUMBAI: Infectious Advertising has elevated Siddhartha Singh to chief executive officer and managing partner, marking a key leadership transition at the independent agency.
Singh, who previously served as chief operating officer, has been credited with strengthening the agency’s operational framework and deepening client relationships during a phase of sustained growth. His elevation signals a continued push towards integrating strategy and creativity while scaling the business.
As part of the reshuffle, Nisha Singhania, co-founder and managing partner, will step away from day-to-day executive responsibilities to focus on strategic initiatives and the agency’s next growth phase.
Infectious Advertising co-founders and managing partners Nisha Singhania and Ramanuj Shastry said, “Siddhartha understands both the ambition and the soul of this agency. This elevation reflects the trust he has earned over the years.”
Infectious Advertising chief executive officer Siddhartha Singh said, “Infectious has always been about creating work that people care about. I’m humbled by the trust and excited to lead the agency at a time when there is a significant opportunity to create real impact.”
In his new role, Singh will work closely with the founders to steer the agency’s next phase, with a focus on deeper strategic integration, long-term client partnerships, and continued investment in talent and culture.
The transition underscores the agency’s emphasis on internal leadership development as it looks to build a future-ready organisation anchored in its core values.
