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Sonali Bendre is Oriflame brand ambassador
MUMBAI: Oriflame India, a wholly owned subsidiary of Swedish Cosmetics major Oriflame, has named Bollywood actress Sonali Bendre as their brand ambassador for 2012.
Oriflame South Asia VP, head and Oriflame India MD and Niklas Frisk said, “This year Oriflame celebrates 45 years of fulfilling dreams globally and we look forward to making 2012 a momentous year for Oriflame India. We will be looking to significantly to increase our 200,000 strong family, make further inroads into consumer outreach and create more magical moments for each and every one of us. Today is a step in that direction and we are extremely excited to announce Oriflame India’s association with Sonali Bendre who exemplifies beauty, grace and elegance of a contemporary woman. We are also proud to welcome everyone to Oriflame’s very own beauty gallery and introduce the launch of our extraordinary Oriflame Beauty Studio Artist collection.”
Bendre said, “The commitment and devotion of the Oriflame towards its consultants and consumers is extremely commendable. The innovative and high performance products of Oriflame are developed by combining the wisdom of nature with the best of science. I am indeed proud to be associated with a company that believes in empowering women and look forward to a long association with the brand.”
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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.
