Brands
TAM report: Ad volumes of Coca Cola India grew by 2.7 times in ICC CW’23
Mumbai: TAM Sports has released a commercial advertising report on ICC Cricket World Cup 23. This advertising report is based on all 48 matches of ICC CW’23 and for all the channels on which matches are telecasted.
ICC World Cup’23 witnessed indexed growth of 17 per cent from all matches in terms of average ad volumes per match compared to ICC
World Cup’19.
Among all the World Cup matches, matches of the Indian team garnered max ad volume share. SF (Ind. vs. NZ) and F (Ind vs Aus) garnered the maximum ad volumes during ICC Cricket World Cup 2023.
Tally of categories, advertisers, and brands rose by 42 per cent, three per cent and 34 per cent respectively during all the matches of ICC CW’23 compared to all the matches of ICC CWC’19.
In ICC World Cup’23, ad volumes of Ecom-Wallets grew by 75 per cent compared to ICC World Cup’19. But among the top five categories, two-wheelers witnessed 42 times ad volume growth in ICC Cricket World Cup’23 over its previous edition. Perfumes/deodorant, pan masala & ecom-wallets were the only common categories among the top five of ICC World Cup’23 and ICC World Cup’19 in all the matches.
Among the top five advertisers, Vini Product and FX Mart were the only common advertisers between ICC World Cup’23 and ICC World Cup’19. Ad volumes of Coca Cola India grew by 2.7 times in ICC CW’23 over ICC CW’19 among the top five advertisers.
Among the 215 plus new brands, ‘Bharat Petroleum MAK’ was the leading brand followed by ‘Kamla Pasand Silver Coated Elaichi’. The top five categories present in ICC World Cup’19 and not in ICC World Cup’23, belonged to e-com category.
In ICC CWC’23, brands of HUL were top exclusive on Hindi+English language sports channels and Regional language sports channels. A total of 165 plus brands advertised on both regional and Hindi+English sports channels during 48 matches of ICC CWC’23. “Phonepe” was leading the list of common brands.
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.
