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TV media scrips drop marginally; Sensex crosses 3,900 mark
MUMBAI: In a truncated week comprising only four trading sessions, the 30-share Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) sensitive index surged 37.44 points or 0.9 per cent (as compared to 3,883.76 points last week) to settle at 3,921.20 points. The S&P CNX Nifty index gained 25.10 points or two per cent to settle at 1,247.75 (as compared to 1,222.65) registering a 29-month closing high.
The listed television industry scrips registered marginal drops but were fairly stable when compared to their last week levels.
On the BSE, Zee Telefilms Ltd, the only media company on the 30-scrip BSE sensex, opened the day (14 August) at Rs 119.60; fell by 1.59 per cent and closed at Rs 117.70 – as compared to Rs 115.20 on 9 August 2003. The volume of shares traded was around 882,060 shares.
On the NSE, the scrip opened at Rs 120.20; and closed at the previous day’s close of Rs 117.65 (as compared to Rs 115.40 on 9 August 2003). The Zee Telefilms counter registered a volume of around 1.99 million shares.
Balaji Telefilms opened the day (14 August) at Rs 72.35; dropped 0.48 per cent and was last traded at Rs 72 (as compared to Rs 75.35 on 9 August). The volume of shares traded on the BSE was around 80,330 shares.
On the NSE, the scrip opened at Rs 70.05; and ended the day at Rs 71.95 as compared to Rs 75.35 on 9 August 2003. The counter registered a volume of around 340,818 shares.
Television Eighteen India opened the day (14 August) at Rs 115.25; dropped 0.26 per cent and was last traded at Rs 114.95 as compared to Rs 113.80 on 9 August. The volume of shares traded on the BSE was around 196,765 shares.
According to the new restructuring that has announced, CNBC AP will hold a 10 per cent strategic stake in TV18’s unlisted channel broadcast subsidiary. TV18 now owns almost 90 per cent stake in CNBC-TV18, India’s premier business television service. The stake increase (from the earlier 49 per cent) will be virtually cash neutral for TV18.
On the NSE, the scrip opened at Rs 119.90; and closed at the previous day’s close of Rs 115.25 as compared to Rs 113.85 on 9 August 2003. The counter registered a volume of around 455,423 shares.
Sri Adhikari Brothers (SABTNL) opened the day (14 August) at Rs 67.70; dropped 0.96 per cent and ended at Rs 67.05 (as compared to Rs 68 on 9 August). The volume of shares traded on the BSE was around 24,919 shares. On the NSE, the scrip opened at Rs 68; and closed at Rs 66.65 as compared to Rs 67.75 on 9 August 2003. The counter registered a volume of around 40,573 shares.
Creative Eye opened the day (14 August) at Rs 15.07; dropped 1.86 per cent and was last traded at Rs 14.79 as compared to Rs 14.95 on 9 August. On the NSE, the scrip opened at Rs 14.95; and closed at Rs 14.60 as compared to Rs 14.70 on 9 August 2003.
Cinevistaas opened the day (14 August) at Rs 28.75; dropped 1.74 per cent and closed at Rs 28.25 as compared to Rs 29.25 on 9 August. On the NSE, the scrip opened at Rs 29; and closed at Rs 28.95 as compared to Rs 29.70 on 9 August 2003.
ETC Networks opened the day (14 August) at Rs 53.40; dropped 1.22 per cent and closed at Rs 52.75 as compared to Rs 29.25 on 9 August. The volume of shares traded was 27,766. On the NSE, the scrip opened at Rs 52.60; and closed at Rs 52. The volume of shares traded was 32,596.
Reports indicate that old economy stocks continue to be the focus of the market as a good monsoon, the strong export growth and a recovery in manufacturing have raised expectations of a rebound in GDP (Gross Domestic Product) growth this year. There is optimism that the BSE Sensex might cross the 4,000 mark.
Brands
Lovetc appoints Tamannaah Bhatia as brand face
Ananya Birla’s premium colour cosmetics line gears up for strong second year with 30 per cent monthly growth and fresh face category launch.
MUMBAI: Lovetc is tinting its success story with a starry new shade Tamannaah Bhatia has just been named the face of Ananya Birla’s premium beauty brand. As the colour cosmetics label under Birla Cosmetics completes a vibrant first year in April 2026, it is entering its second chapter with impressive momentum. The brand has delivered 30 per cent month-on-month growth, expanded thoughtfully into offline and quick-commerce channels, and built a loyal following through a digital-first approach mixed with genuine consumer connections.
Priced between Rs 650 and Rs 1,850, Lovetc focused its debut portfolio on lips and eyes categories. Hero products such as Tint, Talk, Etc Radiant Glow Hydrating Tint (SPF 30 PA++), Pout, Perfect, Etc Matte Bullet Lipstick, and Melt, Miracle, Etc Treatment Oil-Infused Lip Balm quickly won hearts. Early shoppers showed strong purchase intent, with average order values ranging from Rs 1,200 to Rs 2,800 and an average of two items per transaction, signalling healthy basket-building and repeat purchases.
The brand made its mark in key metros including Mumbai, NCR, Chennai, Bengaluru, Chandigarh, Patiala, Ludhiana, and Cochin, while Tier-2 cities surprised with robust demand and loyalty. On the distribution side, Lovetc entered 90 offline retail doors in year one and is on track to cross 150 doors by Q2 2026, choosing each outlet carefully to match its premium positioning.
To mark the milestone, Lovetc is stepping into the face category with the launch of Ace, Face, Etc 4K Blur Matte Foundation in eight shades tailored for diverse Indian skin tones. Additional innovations like the multi-purpose The Etc stick and longwear lip tint Love Bites are also in the pipeline.
Tamannaah Bhatia, known for her pan-India appeal across films and her authentic love for beauty, brings cultural relevance and credibility to the brand. Ananya Birla, founder of Birla Cosmetics, said, “Year Two is going to be big. The brief for every new launch remains the same: Does it perform? Is it playful? Is it kind to the person wearing it? Performance, playfulness, and kindness that is the promise we intend to keep. Bringing Tamannaah on board feels especially pertinent because she brings together an authentic love for beauty with a connection that cuts across audiences and geographies.”
Tamannaah Bhatia added, “I have always loved beauty as a form of self-expression, and what drew me to Lovetc is that it feels playful, thoughtful, and modern at the same time. I am excited to be the face of a brand that is creating products with both performance and personality.”
With deliberate growth, quality-focused retail expansion, and a celebrity partner who genuinely connects with beauty lovers nationwide, Lovetc is blending performance with personality in a market hungry for thoughtful premium options. As it steps into year two, the brand is proving that in beauty, the right tint can make everything glow a little brighter. Delhi, Mumbai, or a Tier-2 favourite Lovetc is colouring India’s beauty shelves with confidence and charm.
