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Vishal Kumar returns to Madison World as VP, digital business (N+E)
Former Leapx.ai co-founder returns to lead digital growth across north and east markets
GURUGRAM: Madison World has welcomed back a familiar face. Vishal Kumar has been appointed vice president of digital business for the north and east portfolios, marking a homecoming to the agency where he once led non-traditional media solutions.
Based in Gurugram, Kumar will steer digital transformation and integrated marketing efforts across key markets. His brief is clear: tighten the link between media, data, technology and commerce, and turn that mix into measurable growth for clients.
He returns after a stint on the entrepreneurial side of the table. As co-founder and chief executive officer of Leapx.ai, Kumar built the DAC platform, a conversational multi-agent AI designed to simplify and optimise paid digital advertising. The experience added a start-up edge to his otherwise agency-heavy résumé.
Before Leapx.ai, Kumar spent over a decade in senior digital roles across GroupM, Wavemaker and Motivator, working on brands such as Apple, Sennheiser, Cars24 and Havells. His work ranged from e-commerce rollouts and data strategy to social, content and programmatic campaigns.
With this return, Madison World is betting on a blend of old familiarity and new-age thinking. For Kumar, it is less a new chapter and more a sequel, this time with a sharper digital script.
Brands
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.
