Brands
PepsiCo India sparks a surge of energy with the launch of Sting Blue Current
Mumbai: PepsiCo India’s brand, Sting is all set to electrify consumers across India with the launch of its limited-edition flavour, Sting Blue Current, a captivating new addition to its Sting Energy lineup. The launch of Sting® Blue Current is accompanied by a quirky new brand campaign that reaffirms Sting’s mantra of electrifying energy with, ‘Sting Blue Current, Kamaal ka Current’ tagline – inviting consumers to experience the exhilaration of Sting Blue Current firsthand.
The film starts with a young couple sitting under a star – lit sky. The girl hopes to see a shooting star to share her secret wish. The boy, in his quirky Sting style, decides to jolt himself up by getting a bolt of energy as he takes a sip of the new Sting Blue Current. He creatively turns himself into a shooting star as the girl closes her eyes to make her wish. The film concludes with an electrifying note, echoing the brand’s tagline ‘Sting Blue Current, Kamaal ka Current’, igniting a sense of possibilities through Sting Blue Current’s ‘Can-Do’ energy.
Speaking about the launch of Sting Blue Current and the new campaign, PepsiCo India associate director – energy & hydration Ankit Agarwal said, “Over the past few years, Sting has carved a special place in the hearts of consumers across India. Building on the love we have received in the Indian market, we’re adding Sting Blue Current to the line-up, a new variant that gives consumers the choice to experience Sting energy with a refreshing new flavour. Sting Blue Current embodies our brand’s core of energizing consumers and represents our commitment to giving our audiences an electrifying boost, all while staying faithful to the brand they’ve grown to adore.”
The new Sting Blue Current TVC will be amplified through a 360-degree campaign across television, digital, outdoor, and social media.
Sting Blue Current is available at Rs 20 at 200 ml in single serve packs across India. Sting’s red flavor will continue to be available in small single serve packs in 200ml and 250ml and multi serve pack of 500 ml across all modern and traditional retail outlets in India, as well as on leading e-commerce platforms.
Brands
Lotus Herbals unveils HydroActivated sunscreen with high-impact campaign
Harnaaz Sandhu fronts digital push spotlighting breakthrough sun care tech
MUMBAI: Lotus Herbals has rolled out a high-decibel marketing campaign to introduce what it calls India’s first hydro-activated sunscreen, aiming to reshape how consumers think about sun protection.
At the centre of the launch is the Safe Sun HydroActivated Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA+++, a formulation built on a patent-pending Hydrosome Technology that activates on contact with moisture. Unlike conventional sunscreens that can weaken with sweat, this product is designed to do the opposite, boosting protection when the skin is exposed to water or perspiration.
The campaign is led by Harnaaz Sandhu and is being amplified across OTT platforms, social media and outdoor locations in key metro cities. The brand film takes a light, relatable approach to everyday sunscreen struggles such as uneven application and fading protection, while positioning the new product as a reliable, high-performance alternative for active lifestyles.
Beyond its core technology, the sunscreen features next-generation UV filters and Edelweiss Flower Extract, offering hydration alongside protection. The formula claims up to 10 hours of water resistance and even, all-round defence against sun exposure and tanning, targeting consumers who want both skincare and performance in one product.
Speaking about the launch, Lotus Herbals chairman and managing director Nitin Passi said, “We are excited to launch India’s first sunscreen with hydroactivated technology which is our most innovative product launch. This isn’t just a sunscreen; it’s a technological breakthrough that utilises a novel manufacturing process. We’ve created a product that stays invisible on the skin yet becomes a performance powerhouse when the user is most active.”
Sharing her experience, Lotus Herbals brand ambassador Harnaaz Sandhu said, “I am thrilled to be associated with Lotus Herbals Safe Sun for their new sun protection campaign. In my world, there is no room for shortcuts, and I need functional and reliable products that work as hard as I do. The hydroactivated sunscreen is a game-changer because it blends with my skin and protects me better when I’m pushing my limits.”
The campaign is being distributed across platforms including JioStar connected TV integrations and ZEE5, along with television placements such as Sa Re Ga Ma Pa in West Bengal. A large influencer push involving over a thousand creators, along with in-store branding and retail activations, is also part of the rollout.
With a blend of science-led positioning and mass-market storytelling, Lotus Herbals is betting on innovation to stand out in the crowded sun care segment, hoping its moisture-powered promise strikes the right chord with today’s always-on consumers.
