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McDonald’s India unveils minions-themed mango desserts in collaboration with Illumination’s Despicable Me 4
Mumbai: In a delightful blend of movies and sweet treats, McDonald’s India West & South announces its yet another collaboration with Illumination’s Despicable Me 4, releasing worldwide on 5 July. Celebrating both the mango season and the return of everyone’s favourite Minions, McDonald’s India has introduced an exclusive range of Minions-themed mango desserts.
This mango season, McDonald’s iconic McSwirl and McFlurry Oreo have received a delicious mango makeover, offering all mango lovers a delicious new reason to visit McDonald’s India restaurants. Customers can now dive into the fun with the new Mango McSwirl, Mango Sundae, Mango McFlurry with Oreo, and Mango McFlurry with Lotus Biscoff which promises to tickle the taste buds of both movie buffs and mango lovers alike.
Adding to the excitement, the McDonald’s Happy Meal will now have a new surprise in the form of an interactive book ‘Meet the Characters of Despicable Me 4’. This addition to the Happy Meal is sure to bring extra smiles and surprises, making mealtime a joyful adventure for the brand’s youngest fans. This is not all, these new mango-infused treats will be served in special Minion-themed packaging, making them irresistible for the fans.
McDonald’s India (W&S) CMO Arvind R.P. said, “Movies and McDonald’s are a classic combination best enjoyed with loved ones. With the introduction of our new Minions-themed mango desserts, we are excited to give this classic combination a new mango twist. These new irresistible treats are designed not only to delight the massive fan base of Minions but also to offer all our customers even more reasons to visit McDonald’s. At McDonald’s, we are continually committed to innovating our menu to cater to the diverse tastes of our Indian customers, ensuring that each visit is filled with fresh and exciting flavours.”
Available across all McDonald’s outlets in West and South India, these limited-time treats are perfect for enjoying a slice of summer while indulging in the playful tricks of the cherished Minion characters. The customers can now embrace the mischief and mango magic at their nearest McDonald’s restaurants.
The all-new Mango McSwirl, Mango Sundae, Mango McFlurry with Oreo, and Mango McFlurry with Lotus Biscoff are available for dine-in, delivery, takeout, drive-thru, on-the-go and on the McDelivery app.
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HP launches Smart Champs learning game show with JioStar for students
Sanya Malhotra hosts quiz series blending fun, learning and prizes
NEW DELHI: HP India has teamed up with JioStar to launch HP Smart Champs, a new learning-based game show designed to make education engaging for school students across the country.
Hosted by Sanya Malhotra, the 10-episode series brings together students from Grades 5 to 9, who compete in teams through quiz and puzzle-based challenges that test knowledge, logic and teamwork. The show will begin streaming on JioHotstar from April 11 and will premiere on Nick on April 18, with weekend episodes airing at 7 PM.
Powered by HP Smart Tank printers, the format integrates print-based learning into the gameplay, using worksheets, clues and visual problem-solving tools to encourage hands-on participation. The idea is to move students beyond rote memorisation and towards more applied, curiosity-led learning.
The competition promises high stakes, with winners set to receive a cash prize of Rs 10 lakh, while runners-up will take home Rs 5 lakh. Additional rewards include HP AI laptops, Smart Tank printers and accessories, while the winning school will be awarded an HP Smart Tech Lab.
Speaking about the initiative, HP India managing director Ipsita Dasgupta said, “At HP, we believe nurturing India’s youth is key to the country’s progress, and technology plays a foundational role in enabling this. With HP Smart Champs, we wanted to create something beyond traditional learning, a fun-filled platform where curiosity, creativity and critical thinking take centre stage.”
On the show’s reach, JioStar head entertainment sales Mahesh Shetty said, “HP Smart Champs reflects how children today learn through exploration and experience. With Nick and JioHotstar, we are creating a multi-screen approach that is both engaging and meaningful.”
Highlighting the role of print, HP India senior director print Satish Kumar said, “The show brings print-based learning to life in an engaging format, helping students develop deeper understanding through hands-on experiences.”
The journey to the finale began with participation from over 1,000 schools across 26 cities, narrowing down to 34 finalists who will compete in a studio showdown in Mumbai.
With its blend of entertainment, education and technology, HP Smart Champs is positioning itself as more than just a quiz show. It is a nationwide push to make learning interactive, accessible and, above all, a lot more fun.
