Ad Campaigns
The Script Room swings for the fences with 32 IPL ad films for Groww, PhonePe, My11Circle and PaperBoat
MUMBAI: In a thunderous IPL innings, Bengaluru-based creative powerhouse The Script Room knocked it out of the park with 32 ad films across four marquee brands—Groww, PhonePe, My11Circle and PaperBoat—cementing its status as a storytelling ace in India’s busiest ad season.
From small-town dreams to nostalgic sips and meme-worthy jingles, the indie shop blended creativity with cultural cues to deliver high-impact campaigns that stood tall amid the IPL blitzkrieg.
Groww’s six-film campaign saluted New India’s many shades of progress—whether it’s moving cities or moving mindsets. Rooted in personal triumphs and quiet ambitions, the ads painted a relatable canvas of growth, far removed from the stock market ticker clichés.
PaperBoat Swing, meanwhile, served up a refreshing double with two warm, wistful films that stirred up childhood memories and the simple joy of coconut water. The nostalgic whiff came with the poetic touch of Gulzar saab, no less—produced by the same team that gave the brand its soul years ago.
PhonePe brought back its fan-favourite ‘PhonePe Girl’ with a 10-ad blitz, proving tech doesn’t have to talk like tech. Instead, it danced through daily life—charming its way through everything from paying bills to booking cabs. The 20-seconders were zippy, cheeky, and bang on brand.
Then came My11Circle, crashing in with a “baith ja” banger. With a cheeky twist on the classic Aaja Meri Gaadi Mein Baith Ja, the campaign’s jingle “Aaja Meri Circle Mein Aaja” became an earworm—and a meme sensation. With 14 snappy spots and a swag-loaded positioning, it called out to the game-chasers and glory-hunters alike.
The numbers? Millions of views, strong TV presence, digital domination, and social media amplification. My11Circle doubled down with influencers and celebs to push the pedal on reach.
The Script Room cofounder Ayyappan Raj said, “IPL has always been super prime time for us. While it’s a big sporting event, it’s also India’s biggest media event. And since we are focussed only on films many clients reach out to us for sharp thinking, simple-yet-insightful stories, in short formats. We had a very good run this year at IPL with superb work for PhonePe, My11Circle, Groww and PaperBoat. My11Circle audio-track is a massive hit and is already part of meme culture. Groww story of a man choosing to work from a small town is one of my favourite films. Thanks to our collaborators Vinil Mathew, Vasan Bala, Shakun Batra and Shirsha Guha Thakurta, and our writing partners Sainath, Shivani, Mihul for bringing alive all of these stories in the best possible form.”
The Script Room cofounder Ramsam added: “IPL is all about capturing attention in the shortest possible time and that’s where our strength lies – storytelling that’s sharp, engaging, and quick. In fact, our very first IPL campaign in 2019 was a series of 10 short films for Netflix, played episodically over consecutive adbreaks.”
He added, “Also most IPL briefs are quite focused, after all, it’s the most premium advertising slot. Over time, with repeated collaborations across IPL seasons, we’ve found our rhythm with brands. We focus on life insights, simplicity, and always try to think like the consumer, not just as advertisers. That helps the stories land better.”
With directors like Vinil Mathew, Vasan Bala, Shakun Batra, Shirsha Guha Thakurta, and writers Sainath, Shivani, Mihul behind the camera, The Script Room’s IPL 2025 showreel is a mic-drop moment for India’s indie ad scene.
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Ad Campaigns
Indian Silk House Agencies launches ‘Shubho Smriti’ PoilaBoishakh campaign
Brand celebrates Bengali New Year with stories of 100 women and their saree memories.
MUMBAI: Indian Silk House Agencies has woven a beautiful new story for PoilaBoishakh, one stitched together with memories, emotions, and the timeless elegance of a saree. The leading saree retailer has unveiled ‘Shubho Smriti’, a digital-first campaign that brings together the voices of 100 women sharing their personal celebrations of the Bengali New Year. The campaign highlights how the saree remains an essential thread in these evolving traditions, from daughters gifting their mothers after years of quiet sacrifice to sarees passed down through generations carrying decades of love.
Indian Silk House Agencies CEO Darshan Dudhoria said, “What gives any tradition its relevance over time are the memories people attach to it. For over five decades, we have been closely connected to this cultural fabric. This campaign came from a simple intent to listen to these stories of our customers and bring them together.”
To mark the occasion, the brand has launched a dedicated PoilaBoishakh collection featuring handwoven textiles such as Matka silk and Jamdani, along with classic reds and whites, softer seasonal hues, and brighter options. The collection starts at ₹999 and is now available online and in stores across Eastern India.
By blending cultural nostalgia with contemporary storytelling, Indian Silk House Agencies has created more than just a campaign, it has turned personal memories into a shared celebration of tradition, emotion, and timeless style.
This PoilaBoishakh, the brand reminds us that the most beautiful things in life are often the ones we weave into our own stories, one elegant drape at a time.
