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Advertisers line up for Bigg Boss as new season sees record partnerships
Mumbai: Bigg Boss 18, a reality show, returns stronger than ever with a record-breaking gamut of sponsors, showcasing its unrivalled impact in both entertainment and advertising. Leading brands like Vaseline, Bella Vita, and Parle 20-20 Cookies join a dynamic lineup of partners, reflecting the show’s broad appeal to brands and millions of dedicated viewers. With innovative brand integrations and the game-changing “Time Ka Tandav” theme, this season promises to redefine reality television and create powerful new connections between brands and audiences.
Launched on 6 October at 9 pm on Colors, it is available 24*7 on JioCinema for premium subscribers. The show promises viewers the most thrilling season yet with its new theme and a spin on the iconic line “Bigg Boss Chaahte Hain”. This year, Bigg Boss takes on an omniscient persona with “Bigg Boss Jaante Hain” keeping both contestants and audiences on their toes with futuristic predictions and intense gameplay.
The season’s sponsors include industry stalwarts like Vaseline, Harpic, Ching’s Secret Schezwan Chutney, Parle 20-20 Cookies; new entrants like Bella Vita, Go Cheese, MyTrident, Blue Heaven; and a mix of partners across categories like Galaxy Chocolate, First Games, Vimal Elaichi, Macho Sporto, Housing.com, Manforce, Siyaram’s, Philips and more, highlighting the show’s cross-industry appeal. Brands are gearing up for deeper engagement through the show’s interactive features, making Bigg Boss a prime avenue for reaching diverse consumer segments.
Speaking about the importance of brand partnerships, Viacom18 head–network sales Mahesh Shetty added, “We’ve witnessed immense growth in the scope of brand integrations over the years, and Bigg Boss continues to set the gold standard for collaboration in entertainment. This season we’ve successfully cracked new categories and brought on board several first-time brand partners across diverse sectors. Their inclusion speaks to the show’s unmatched reach and ability to create unique, high-impact engagement opportunities. We’re excited to work with this incredible mix of brands to deliver memorable experiences that will resonate deeply with our audience and partners alike.”
HUL head of the skin care business Pratik Ved said, “Over the last decade, Big Boss has carved a unique place for itself in the Indian Television ecosystem. It is a winning format that appeals to diverse audiences and keeps them hooked over a 3-month window. It truly galvanizes prime time TV and digital viewership, grabbing unprecedented levels of eyeballs. This makes Big Boss the perfect brand integration opportunity for Vaseline. This integration gives us a platform to showcase our efficacious product portfolio and, also as a conversation starter in our mission to give Indian women the license to Never Hide their healthy, beautiful skin. We are super excited to kick-start our partnership with Big Boss as their official Skin Care partners for Season 18 and look forward to making this a multi-year collaboration.”
“We at Bellavita, are thrilled to partner with Bigg Boss, a show that captures the attention оf viewers across India. Our mission has always been to bring premium fragrance experiences while still being affordable to all, and this collaboration with Bigg Boss allows us to connect with our audience more closely and showcase the power of scent in creating lasting memories” said Bellavita founder Aakash Anand.
This season’s marketing initiatives are designed to immerse audiences deeper into the Bigg Boss experience across all platforms. One of the standout activations is the “Cryptic Note” where both past and present contestants from popular Colors shows, as well as media persons, receive mysterious messages from Bigg Boss, sparking curiosity and social media chatter. Additionally, time-based challenges on Instagram invite fans to engage in tasks within specific timeframes, driving interaction. Creative digital content such as behind-the-scenes videos, augmented reality filters, and global spectacles like CGI projections of the Bigg Boss eye on iconic clock towers will further ignite excitement, setting the stage for an unforgettable season.
With the support of new and long-term partners and countless fans eagerly waiting, Bigg Boss 18 is set to be a monumental season, pushing the limits of reality TV and brand engagement like never before.
NEW DELHI: Hamdard Laboratories gathered a cross-section of India’s achievers in New Delhi on Friday, handing out the Hakeem Abdul Hameed Excellence Awards to figures who have left their mark across healthcare, education, sport, public service and the arts.
The ceremony, attended by minister of state for defence Sanjay Seth and senior officials from the ministry of Ayush, celebrated individuals whose work blends professional success with a sense of public purpose. It was as much a roll call of achievement as it was a reminder that influence is not measured only in profits or podiums, but in people reached and lives improved.
Among the headline awardees was Alakh Pandey, founder and chief executive of PhysicsWallah, recognised for turning affordable digital learning into a mass movement. On the sporting front, Arjuna Awardee and kabaddi player Sakshi Puniya was honoured for her contribution to the game and for pushing women’s participation onto bigger stages.
The cultural spotlight fell on veteran lyricist and poet Santosh Anand, whose songs have echoed across generations of Hindi cinema. At 97, Anand accepted the honour with characteristic humility, reflecting on a life shaped by perseverance and hope.
Healthcare honours spanned both modern and traditional systems. Manoj N. Nesari was recognised for strengthening Ayurveda’s place in national and global health frameworks. Padma shri Mohammed Abdul Waheed was honoured for his research-backed work in Unani medicine, while padma shri Mohsin Wali received recognition for his long-standing contribution to patient-centred care.
Education and social development also featured prominently. Padma shri Zahir Ishaq Kazi was honoured for decades of work in education, while former Meghalaya superintendent of Police T. C. Chacko was recognised for public service. Goonj founder Anshu Gupta received an award for his dignity-centred rural development initiatives, and the Hunar Shakti Foundation was honoured for empowering women and young girls through skill development.
The Lifetime Achievement Award went to former IAS officer Shailaja Chandra for her long career in public healthcare and governance, particularly in the traditional systems under Ayush.
Speaking at the event, Hamdard chairman Abdul Majeed said the awards were a tribute to those who combine excellence with empathy. “These awardees reflect Hakeem Sahib’s belief that healthcare, education and public service must ultimately serve humanity,” he said.
Minister Seth struck a forward-looking note, saying India’s young population gives the country a unique opportunity to become a global destination for learning, health and wellness by 2047.
The ceremony also featured the trailer launch of Unani Ki Kahaani, an upcoming documentary starring actor Jim Sarbh, set to premiere on Discovery on 11 February.
Instituted in memory of Unani scholar and educationist Hakeem Abdul Hameed, the awards have grown into a national platform that celebrates those building a more inclusive and resilient India. For one evening at least, the spotlight was not just on success, but on service with substance.
