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TotalEnergies sets Guinness Record for largest influencer dance challenge
MUMBAI: TotalEnergies, in partnership with Goat (part of WPP) and Xley by Mad Influence, has secured a Guinness World Record for the most videos of people dancing to the same song uploaded to Instagram in one hour. Over 400 unique videos were shared within 60 minutes, making it one of the largest influencer-led activations in history.
The record-breaking campaign marked the launch of the LambaChalega anthem, promoting TotalEnergies’ hi-perf engine oil. The track, symbolising endurance and performance, was brought to life through an energetic dance challenge led by Varun Dhawan, alongside influencers such as Awez Darbar, Amol Kamble, Kheshavi Chhetri, and RJ Tripti.
More than 400 influencers from across India participated in the launch, demonstrating the vast reach of digital marketing. The initiative will expand to over 3,000 influencers, spanning nano, micro, macro, and celebrity tiers, to maximise engagement across categories such as fitness, biking, food, travel, and lifestyle.
Goat, a global influencer marketing leader within WPP, spearheaded the strategy and execution, ensuring seamless participation and widespread impact. Xley by Mad Influence played a crucial role in influencer selection and campaign execution, leveraging AI-powered discovery, real-time tracking, and content management.
Following strict verification, a Guinness World Records adjudicator confirmed the achievement and presented the official certificate on-site.
Xley by Mad Influence founder & CEO, Gautam Madhavan stated, “This is a historic moment for influencer marketing. This campaign proves that influencer marketing is no longer just about collaboration—it’s about creating movements that redefine brand engagement globally.”
By merging Goat’s execution expertise, Xley’s technology, and TotalEnergies’ vision, this initiative has set a new benchmark for large-scale influencer-driven campaigns.
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WPP and Ogilvy top the global charts as India joins the creative elite: Warc rankings
A record five-year streak for Ogilvy while India secures a top five global spot
MUMBAI: The global advertising world has a familiar king, but a new powerhouse is gatecrashing the palace. In the latest Warc Creative 100 rankings, the industry’s definitive audit of excellence, WPP has once again been crowned the top holding company. Not to be outdone, its crown jewel, Ogilvy, has secured the top network spot for a staggering fifth consecutive year.
It is a “five-peat” that proves Ogilvy’s creative engine is not just running but purring. While many networks rely on one or two superstar offices to carry the load, Ogilvy’s dominance is a team effort across the globe. Hot on their heels is sister agency VML, which took the silver medal for networks, ensuring a WPP clean sweep at the very top of the podium.
The biggest noise, however, is coming from the East. India has officially vaulted into the top five most creative nations on Earth. Once viewed primarily as a back-office for production, the country is now a front-row leader in imagination. Driven by the brilliance of agencies like Ogilvy Mumbai and Leo Burnett India, the nation is proving that its work does more than just look good on a trophy shelf. In a market where every rupee must work twice as hard, Indian campaigns are blending high-concept artistry with ruthless commercial effectiveness.
The individual accolades saw Heineken toast to success as the top brand, finally knocking Apple off its perch. Unilever remains the world’s most awarded advertiser, proving that big business can still have a big heart through its work for Dove and Vaseline.
The title of the world’s most creative campaign went to Publicis Conseil Paris for their AXA “Three Words” initiative. By subtly adding “and domestic violence” to insurance policies to provide immediate relocation cover, the agency proved that the best advertising doesn’t just sell a service, it provides one.
The 2026 rankings also signal a shift in the industry’s DNA. The era of boring business-to-business marketing is dead, with B2B campaigns cracking the top ten for the first time. Meanwhile, artificial intelligence has moved past the gimmick stage. The winners this year used tech not for the sake of a trend, but to drive genuine human emotion.
Whether it is Paris providing a safety net for the vulnerable or India redefining the global creative order, the message from this year’s Warc rankings is clear. The best work in the world is no longer just about catching the eye, it is about changing the world.
