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Zouk’s Rakhi film shows support is as simple as holding her bag
MUMBAI: Turns out the most meaningful Rakhi gift this year… might just be a man holding a handbag. Zouk, the proudly Indian and 100 per cent cruelty-free lifestyle brand, has dropped a refreshingly emotional campaign for Rakshabandhan swapping swords and shields for something far more subtle: support in the form of a small but significant gesture.
The brand film taps into a universal scene, one we’ve all witnessed, chuckled at, or starred in. A brother, boyfriend, or dad awkwardly clutching a handbag outside a store, waiting patiently. Zouk flips this from comic relief to cultural shift, showing how modern sibling bonds are less about protection and more about partnership. In the film, a brother holds his sister’s bag not because she asks, but because she’s chasing something bigger and he’s cheering her on, bag in hand.
“Raksha Bandhan is about protection and support,” said Zouk founder Disha Singh. “But today, support doesn’t mean standing in front of someone, it means standing beside them. This film is a gentle reminder that even something as small as holding her bag can say: ‘I’m here for you.’”
But the campaign doesn’t stop at emotion, it brings the festive feels to Zouk’s shelves too. In tandem with the film, Zouk has launched a vibrant line of curated Rakhi gift boxes, all wrapped in the brand’s signature prints.
Each box includes functional and feel-good accessories like coasters, fabric diaries, bookmarks, passport covers, cosmetic pouches, and more. The idea? Gifting that’s both thoughtful and practical, something sisters (and their discerning brothers) will genuinely use and love.
To sweeten the pot literally Zouk has partnered with top Indian brands like Bombay Sweet Shop, Renee Cosmetics, Gul, and Mcaffeine to co-create exclusive hampers that hit all the right festive notes. Whether it’s the aroma of artisanal skincare or the nostalgia of desi mithai, these gift sets are designed to deliver delight in every layer.
Available now via Zouk’s Gift Shop, the festive campaign is more than just a seasonal play. It continues Zouk’s core storytelling style rooted in Indian values, aesthetically sharp, and emotionally resonant.
So, this Rakshabandhan, forget the drama of macho posturing. Sometimes, the most touching brother-sister moment is quiet, simple and slung over the arm.
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Magellanic Cloud names Syed Ameeruddin CEO of e-surveillance arm
Keeping a sharper eye on the future, Magellanic Cloud is putting a seasoned watcher in charge.
MUMBAI – Magellanic Cloud Ltd. has elevated Syed Ameeruddin as Chief Executive Officer of its e-surveillance business, bringing its iVIS and Provigil operations under a unified leadership to accelerate growth in intelligent monitoring and infrastructure solutions.
Ameeruddin, a nearly two-decade veteran of the company, steps into the role after leading the e-surveillance vertical. His career trajectory—from Business Development Manager to the top of the vertical—reflects a steady climb built on operational depth, client engagement, and strategic execution across multiple subsidiaries.
Over the years, he has played a central role in expanding the company’s footprint, strengthening client relationships, and streamlining operations. He has also been instrumental in integrating acquisitions, helping align new businesses with Magellanic Cloud’s long-term strategy while stabilising performance across diverse domains.
More recently, Ameeruddin has contributed to securing key mandates spanning railways, the National Highways Authority of India, and the BFSI sector—wins that have bolstered the company’s order book and deepened its presence in critical infrastructure.
Commenting on the move, Joseph Sudheer Thumma said Ameeruddin’s leadership has been “pivotal in shaping the e-surveillance business,” citing his ability to drive growth, build teams, and deliver strategic wins as key to the company’s journey. His elevation, Thumma added, is expected to further accelerate expansion in AI-driven surveillance and infrastructure solutions.
The transition comes as demand surges for AI-enabled monitoring, centralised command systems, and large-scale deployments across mission-critical environments. Magellanic Cloud’s e-surveillance segment—anchored by iVIS and Provigil—has emerged as a significant growth engine, delivering projects across banking, transport, highways, and public infrastructure.
In his new role, Ameeruddin will focus on scaling platform capabilities, expanding deployments in complex environments, and developing integrated solutions that enhance real-time intelligence and operational resilience. He will continue to serve as Chief Operating Officer of the company alongside his new responsibilities.
With this leadership shift, Magellanic Cloud is doubling down on its ambition to stay ahead in India’s rapidly evolving surveillance ecosystem—where seeing, increasingly, is not just believing, but predicting.
