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Sparx launches campaign with Akshay Kumar in Futsal
MUMBAI: Footwear brand Sparx has launched its new commercial ‘Add Sparx To Your Life’ starring Akshay Kumar. The TVC is supported by a 360-degree marketing campaign which will sprint across outdoor, digital, print and retail promotions.
The TV commercial focuses on attitude and sportsmanship while innovatively capturing the energy, moves and attitude of a super active sportsperson. The campaign will also run in regional languages like Telugu, Marathi and Kannada for a stronger consumer connect in every corner of the country. Other important touch points like print and digital are being used aggressively to amplify the campaign and generate maximum offline and online buzz in the market.
Relaxo executive director Gaurav Dua says, “The campaign’s idea is to create a strong connect between customers and the intrinsic brand values of Brand Sparx. Sparx stands for style, energy and attitude, which have perfectly being captured in the new TV campaign. The TVC encourages customers to take up challenges and emerge as a winner with a go for it attitude.”
Touching upon the TVC which starts with visuals wherein a few boys confront Akshay and his team on a Futsal ground. As he takes on the challenge, the camera follows some of the most amazing sports skills with a catchy and energetic music in the background. As Akshay takes winning shot and signs off with ‘Add Sparx To Your Life’, the climax captures the expressions of the audience as well as the defeated team. Bringing together a high-octane action, the TVC perfectly highlights Sparx’s brand ethos that includes attitude, challenge, crossing the limits, energy, youth, sporty and stylishness.
Arms communications creative director Sanjeet Ahluwalia adds, “We wanted to choose an international, aggressive sport to drive home the message. Since Akshay Kumar is our brand ambassador, we chose Futsal, an upcoming sport in India that is gaining a lot of popularity amongst the youth. With energetic music and fast-paced action, I am sure it is going to win a lot of hearts.”
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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.
