MAM
Max gears up to promote ‘Rowdy Rathore’ premiere
MUMBAI: Max, the Hindi movies and special events channel by Sony Entertainment Network, is carrying out a 360 degree marketing campaign to promote the premiere of ‘Rowdy Rathore‘.
The movie starring Akshay Kumar and Sonakshi Sinha will be airing on the channel on 4 November 2012 at 1 pm and 9 pm.
The campaign for ‘Rowdy Rathore‘ includes promotional spots across television channels and radio promotions in Mumbai and Delhi. The channel is also running an outdoor campaign in 30 cities across the states of Gujarat, Uttar Pradesh and Maharashtra and print promotions in all leading publications across India.
Additionally, Max is also creating a web game on their Facebook page to engage all ‘Rowdy Rathore‘ and Kumar fans.
On 3 November, the channel has planned consumer activation at Nirmal Lifestyle Mall in Mulund, Mumbai. Consumers will witness an act by a Kumar look-alike who will present himself in the ‘Rowdy Rathore‘ avatar and will be seen doing some stunts, performing on music tracks from the movie and deliver some dialogues in “Rowdy style”.
MAX SVP marketing and communications Gaurav Seth said, “MAX is known for its innovative and engaging marketing and on-ground initiatives. Consumer activations are a good way to engage our audiences. The Rowdy Rathore activity promises to be a fun and exhilarating experience for all our consumers present. Seeing professional stunt men carry out death defying acts in front of them will be quite a treat.”
Brands
KKR sixes to power EV charger rollout under VIDA campaign
Cricket meets clean mobility as big hits spark India’s charging growth
NEW DELHI: VIDA, the electric mobility arm of Hero MotoCorp, has teamed up with Kolkata Knight Riders to launch a campaign that turns cricketing flair into real-world impact.
Titled ‘6 for 6’, the initiative promises to install a 6kW fast EV charger for every six hit by KKR during the ongoing Indian Premier League season. The idea is simple but powerful, as each big hit on the field contributes directly to expanding India’s fast-charging infrastructure.
The campaign builds on VIDA’s growing network, which already spans over 5,300 fast-charging points across more than 430 cities. With EV adoption gaining pace, the brand is using cricket’s mass appeal to accelerate both awareness and infrastructure growth.
Explaining the thinking behind the move, Hero MotoCorp emerging mobility business unit chief business officer Kausalya Nandakumar said, “Cricket has an incredible ability to unite and inspire millions across the country. With the ‘6 for 6’ campaign, we are turning every big hit on the field into a step towards a cleaner and a more accessible mobility future.”
She added that VIDA’s expanding fast-charging network and removable battery technology are designed to make EV ownership more convenient and practical for everyday users.
From the franchise’s side, the campaign is also about giving on-field moments a larger purpose. Kolkata Knight Riders chief executive officer Venky Mysore said, “The ‘6 for 6’ campaign exemplifies the potential of sport as a platform for meaningful, real-world impact. By linking every six to the expansion of EV charging infrastructure, this partnership transforms fan excitement into tangible progress.”
As part of the rollout, VIDA has introduced co-branded charging stations in KKR’s signature colours, with a flagship installation unveiled alongside team players. The chargers are designed for quick top-ups, powering VIDA scooters from zero to 80 percent in about an hour, while also being positioned along key highways to support longer journeys.
The initiative also taps into VIDA’s removable battery system, which allows users to charge using standard household plug points, adding flexibility to the charging ecosystem.
By blending the thrill of cricket with the urgency of clean mobility, VIDA and KKR have found a neat way to make every six count twice, once on the scoreboard and again on India’s road to an electric future.
