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Nihilent acquires Hypercollective, a cross-disciplinary innovations agency
MUMBAI: Nihilent, a global consulting and services company that uses human-centered approach for problem-solving and change management, has announced the acquisition of ‘Hypercollective’, a cross-disciplinary innovations agency that solves real world problems for brands, corporations, and governments.
Further to this acquisition, creative guru, KV Sridhar, popularly known as ‘Pops,’ former Founder and Chief Creative Officer of Hypercollective will continue to look after all the creative initiatives at Nihilent and Hypercollective. Nihilent’s technology stacks used for a deeper understanding of the customers, will be amplified with Hypercollective’s creative capabilities to bridge the gap between technology, digital, spatial, and creative.
Commenting on the acquisition, L.C. Singh, Director and Executive Vice-Chairman, Nihilent, said, “Nihilent is glad to have Hypercollective onboard, we look forward to providing our customers a greater degree of interaction experience by offering them in-depth insights on consumer behaviour. This will not only help them understand granular details of what the consumer wants, but also enable businesses to undergo a smooth digital transformation.”
“The customer is all-pervasive, granulating their needs, wants and aspirations is the key to any successful service. Given this backdrop, this acquisition gives us the unique capabilities that will further complement our human-centered approach. Leveraging our mutual strengths, we are well-positioned to offer brand management, UI design, digital, creative, spatial and consumer research", added Minoo Dastur, President and CEO, Nihilent.
Nihilent, KV Sridhar, Chief Creative Officer, Nihilent said, “While technology plays a vital role for any enterprise, Hypercollective’s strengths in creating an interaction experience will be amalgamated with Nihilent’s consulting, design thinking, and technology capabilities which will enhance our offerings. I have always had a keen interest in technology, specifically in Artificial Intelligence (AI). I look forward to achieving that perfect balance between technology and creativity.”
The Evolving Consumers and the Enterprise
Consumers are adopting newer digital technologies which pose additional challenges to the enterprises. Brands need to connect and provide unique experiences to omnichannel consumers. Therefore it is imperative to granulate the customers’ needs, wants, and aspirations to build successful services and products.
Enterprises of today are not only looking at service providers for development of software to run their business in this digitally driven world, they are also catering to the changing dynamics of consumer behavior – both online as well as offline.
Brands
Doctor’s Choice launches Protein Muesli, signs Arshdeep Singh
New product offers 25g protein per 100g as brand targets clean nutrition
MUMBAI: Breakfast just got a bouncer and it’s aimed straight at the protein gap. Doctor’s Choice is stepping into the fast-growing nutrition arena with the launch of its Protein Muesli, alongside roping in Arshdeep Singh as its exclusive brand ambassador. The move signals a clear play for the high-protein, clean-label segment, where convenience is king and ingredients are under scrutiny. At the centre of the launch is a campaign film featuring Singh, built around a simple proposition: performance begins long before the pitch, it starts at the breakfast table.
Designed for digital-first audiences, the campaign leans into a snackable format tailored for Gen Z and fitness-focused consumers. It blends aspiration with everyday relatability, positioning the product not as a supplement, but as a routine.
The product itself is pitched as a functional upgrade to a familiar category. Doctor’s Choice Protein Muesli delivers 25g of protein per 100g, with no refined sugar or artificial flavours. It combines crunchy protein balls with a natural chocolate flavour, targeting consumers looking for quick, on-the-go nutrition without sacrificing taste.
Singh’s association goes beyond a typical celebrity plug. As one of India’s most consistent young cricketers, his image aligns neatly with the brand’s messaging around discipline, routine and performance qualities increasingly being mirrored in consumer food choices.
The broader strategy reflects a shift in the FMCG playbook. As consumers become more label-conscious and time-poor, brands are racing to position everyday foods as functional, not just filling. Doctor’s Choice is betting that protein-led, clean-label products can move from niche shelves to daily staples.
With this launch, the brand isn’t just selling muesli, it’s pitching a lifestyle upgrade, one spoonful at a time.
