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‘One India One Emotion’: Jos Alukkas unveils new ad film
Mumbai: Jos Alukkas, a prominent retail jewellery group, has unveiled its next film under the ‘One India One Emotion’ series. The ad showcases a wedding scene that brings two distinct cultures together as its central story. The film harmoniously combines Manipuri and South Indian traditions, attire, and ornamentation. Starring Madhavan as the central character of the film, who has already captivated audiences with his portrayal.
The background music, incorporating traditional Manipuri dhol players, further enhances the visual experience.
“Every wedding reflects the rich tapestry of India’s diverse culture. This intricate beauty is also echoed in the artistry of Indian jewellery. The ad film portrays the essence of this pround beauty of the country” – stated chairman Jos Alukka.
Keerthy Suresh and Anarkali Marikar collaborated first time for the debut advertisement in the One India One Emotion series.
The film marks the beginning of this year’s jewellery season, showcasing new offerings. Jos Alukkas’ commercial for the HUID campaign has garnered national attention.
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BLS International launches #VisaReady campaign to guide applicants
Initiative targets visa myths, delays and rejections with practical guidance
MUMBAI: Visa woes may soon meet their match because paperwork, it seems, is finally getting a user manual. BLS International has rolled out a new awareness drive, #VisaReadyWithBLSInternational, aimed at simplifying the often confusing visa application process and reducing delays caused by misinformation and incomplete documentation. The campaign, led across social media platforms, zeroes in on a long-standing pain point for travellers: lack of clarity around procedures, timelines and requirements. By offering step-by-step guidance, documentation checklists and clear Dos and Don’ts, the initiative attempts to turn what is typically a stressful process into a more predictable one.
At its core, the campaign also seeks to bust common myths that frequently derail applications issues that often lead to avoidable rejections or last-minute complications. The idea is to equip applicants with practical, actionable insights so they can plan better and submit stronger applications within expected timelines.
The push will not remain limited to digital channels. BLS International plans to extend the initiative across its Visa Application Centres globally, reinforcing awareness at key touchpoints where applicants engage with the process.
BLS International joint managing director Shikhar Aggarwal framed the campaign as more than a communication exercise, emphasising the company’s attempt to embed guidance and preparedness into every stage of the applicant journey.
Operating in over 70 countries and working with more than 46 client governments including embassies, consulates and diplomatic missions, the company has built a sizeable footprint in visa and consular services. With this campaign, it is now leaning into education as much as execution, signalling that in the world of visas, clarity might just be the new currency.
