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Shilpa Shetty endorses learning and playing in new Milkybar ad
MUMBAI: Nestlé India recently re-launched the much loved Milkybar with more milk, less sugar. The new TVC featuring actor Shilpa Shetty reflects the brand’s ethos that a wholesome childhood is one where kids learn and grow playfully. The campaign revolves around the importance of encouraging kids to try new experiences that make them curious and confident for life.
Link to TVC
Nestlé India general manager of chocolate and confectionery Nikhil Chand said, “We are delighted to unveil the new TVC that presents Milkybar as a brand that supports parents who believe in the value of playing and learning through new experiences. Milkybar is a category-leading brand credited with many firsts.”
Shetty said, “This is an exciting and fun association for me. I have always loved Milkybar and being a mother myself, I am aware of the need for better and informed choices and more importantly, an encouraging parenting style that ensures children can play and learn life’s important lessons. I hope our moms and kids will have as much fun watching the ad as we had in making it.”
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Hyundai Venue crosses 1 lakh bookings, adds HX8 Diesel AT variant
New top-spec automatic diesel trim brings ventilated seats, OTA updates and paddle shifters.
MUMBAI: Hyundai Venue just hit the jackpot and upgraded the prize because when you cross 1 lakh bookings, you don’t just celebrate, you throw in paddle shifters and ventilated seats for the ride. Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) announced that the all-new Hyundai Venue has achieved 1 lakh bookings, cementing its strong position in the compact SUV segment. To mark the milestone and further enhance customer choice, the company introduced the new HX8 Diesel Automatic (AT) variant.
The HX8 Diesel AT is powered by the proven U2 1.5L CRDi diesel engine paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission. It adds a host of premium comfort, safety and convenience features, including:
- Ventilated front seats
- Dual-tone leatherette seats with VENUE branding
- Electric 4-way driver seat adjust
- Controller Over-the-Air (OTA) updates
- Hyundai Bluelink connected car technology
- Electric parking brake with auto hold
- Rear disc brakes
- Ambient lighting on crash pad and central console
- Drive mode select (Eco, Normal, Sport)
- Traction control modes (Sand, Mud, Snow)
- Paddle shifters
HMIL, managing director & CEO Tarun Garg said, “We are delighted that the new Hyundai Venue has crossed 1 lakh bookings, reaffirming the strong trust Indian customers place in our brand. The introduction of the new HX8 Diesel Automatic variant further strengthens the Venue lineup, offering customers the perfect blend of diesel efficiency, torque-rich performance and effortless convenience.”
Backed by Hyundai’s extensive sales and service network, the Venue continues to appeal to buyers seeking a feature-rich, comfortable and future-ready compact SUV. The new variant reinforces HMIL’s focus on delivering advanced technology, safety, comfort and value while adapting to evolving customer preferences.
In a segment where bookings are the real horsepower, Hyundai isn’t just counting milestones, it’s handing drivers an automatic upgrade that makes every journey feel like the victory lap.
