Brands
Pankaj Tripathi is Redmi smartphone brand ambassador
Mumbai: Xiaomi India, country’s leading smartphone and smart TV brand, has welcomed acclaimed actor Pankaj Tripathi as the brand ambassador for its smartphone category in India. With focus on innovation, and user-centric design, Xiaomi has gained immense popularity among Indian consumers. The brand’s commitment to providing high-quality smartphones at honest prices has resonated.
Xiaomi’s brand ethos is making technology accessible for all at honest pricing and as a result the brand has continuously emerged as the most trusted smartphone brand in the country. Renowned for his versatile acting skills and relatable persona, Pankaj Tripathi perfectly embodies the core values and philosophy of Xiaomi. Known for his realistic portrayals and ability to connect with audiences, this association will further strengthen the bond Xiaomi has with its consumers.
Known for his ability to bring authenticity to every character he portrays, the actor’s humble demeanor and his portrayal of the quintessential characters has won many hearts across the country. Revered for bringing authenticity to his characters, Pankaj Tripathi’s personality aligns perfectly with the brand’s values and making him the ideal choice for “Redmi Ka Double Bharosa” proposition.
Welcoming the award-winning actor to the Xiaomi family, Xiaomi India chief marketing officer Anuj Sharma said, ‘’We are thrilled to have Pankaj Tripathi as the newest member of the Xiaomi family. At Xiaomi, we have always been committed to delivering the best features at an honest price to empower our users with exceptional performance and lag-free usage. Pankaj Tripathi embodies the essence of our brand vision and his ability to strike a chord with the masses will help further cement our ambition of making technology accessible to all. We believe that Pankaj’s association with Xiaomi India will take our brand to new heights, and we are excited about this association.”
Commenting on the association, Pankaj Tripathi said, “It’s a pleasure to be associated with Xiaomi India, a brand that understands the pulse of the Indian consumers and knows what they truly want from their smartphones, Xiaomi India has made significant contributions to the overall technological landscape in the country, and I am thrilled to represent a brand that is synonymous with innovation, quality, and affordability. I love the brand’s philosophy of innovation for everyone, and I am looking forward to this collaboration.”
Continuing their journey of delivering exceptional experiences and going beyond their consumers’ expectations, Xiaomi continues to innovate and bring the best in class product suite that caters to the constantly evolving customer needs.
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.
