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Percept Sports & Entertainment bags integrated marketing mandate for HIL’s Kalinga Lancers
MUMBAI: Percept One’s Percept Sports and Entertainment (PSE) has bagged the mandate of managing and executing the integrated marketing and promotion campaign for HIL’s Kalinga Lancers.
The agency will be responsible for handling the 360-degree scope of work encompassing conceptualising, planning and executing the entire campaign for Kalinga Lancers.
To continue the momentum of last year’s popularity of Kalinga Lancers, and to make the event bigger and better in HIL 2016, PSE made the most of a diverse range of media platforms including electronic media, BTL activities, social media, out of home, and the overall branding of Kalinga Lancers.
The assignment includes managing the games at Kalinga Stadium, end-to-end inclusive of production, security, ticketing, team management and accreditation, in addition to promoting and marketing the matches across mediums spanning social media, print, TV, radio & OOH.
Percept Sports & Entertainment presented a sporting radio jingle and TV commercial for Kalinga Lancers along with a contest, sharing posts, and re-tweeting on Facebook and Twitter. It further executed the on-ground activation in malls by inviting team players to the mall. Players also attracted the throng in schools by having one-on-one interactions with the kids.
Kalinga Lancers manager – operations and marketing Jaydith Debta said, “The HIL event in Bhubaneswar demanded meticulous planning and attention to detail. The entire team of Percept Sports and Entertainment has boundless energy and enthusiasm. I really appreciate all the hard work & turmoil that went in to this to pull off an event of such magnitude and stature. PSE’s unending capacity to manage crises has reassured us all and I would personally recommend the services of PSE for such events.”
Percept Sports and Entertainment national business head Jayaram Nair added, “It’s an immense opportunity to be associated and to manage the account of the prominent team Kalinga Lancers. The mandate was won after a multi agency pitch and was a result of Percept’s thorough understanding of the 360-degree scope of integrated marketing and promotions, understanding and execution detailing that went into the pitch.”
MUMBAI: BigTrunk Communications, an integrated digital marketing agency known for driving brand transformations across industries, has been awarded the digital marketing mandate for Soframycin, one of India’s most trusted antiseptic cream brands from the EncubeEthicals portfolio. With this collaboration, Soframycin makes its debut into the digital space, aiming to amplify its presence across India through compelling social media narratives and data-led campaigns. BigTrunk will lead the brand’s digital strategy and execution, with a focus on connecting Soframycin’s legacy of trust with today’s health-conscious and digitally engaged audience.
Soframycin has been a household name for generations, widely recognized for its efficacy in treating cuts, burns, and wounds. Backed by the scientific rigor and pharmaceutical expertise of EncubeEthicals, a pharmaceutical powerhouse since 1998, the brand benefits from the expertise of over 1,400 professionals, including more than 200 R&D specialists and a robust team of quality experts. With a presence in over 50 countries, Encube’s commitment to excellence in topical formulations adds deep credibility to Soframycin’s legacy. Now, as the brand enters the digital space, BigTrunk Communications will lead the charge in reimagining Soframycin’s story—creating modern, relatable digital experiences that stay true to its heritage.
“As we take Soframycin into its next chapter of growth, embracing digital media is not just a strategy but a necessity. We wanted a partner who could translate our scientific credibility into engaging, relatable content for today’s audience,” said Soframycin vice president – marketing, Ajay Rawal. “BigTrunk’s deep understanding of healthcare communications and digital behavior makes them the ideal partner to build meaningful narratives around wound care, trust, and wellbeing.”
“Soframycin is more than a product—it’s a legacy deeply rooted in care and science,” added BigTrunk Communications founder & managing director Bharat Subramaniam. “We’re excited to take on this responsibility of guiding a heritage brand into the digital world. Our focus will be on creating contextual storytelling and purpose-driven campaigns that bring Soframycin closer to Indian families, both old and new.”
