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JioStar sparks ad revolution with Moment.AI that feels the right moment
MUMBAI: When it comes to ads, timing really is everything and JioStar wants brands to nail the moment, not miss it. The company has unveiled Moment.AI, an advanced contextual advertising tool designed to catch viewers right when their emotions are at their peak.
Built on the philosophy of own the feeling, own the moment, the tech marvel scans video content using artificial intelligence and machine learning to decode over 600 emotions and objects from smiles and celebrations to hugs and family scenes. Instead of clumsy interruptions, brands can now slip into stories exactly when the heartstrings are tugged or the laughter rolls.
JioStar head of revenue for entertainment Mahesh Shetty called it a breakthrough: “Moment.AI integrates messaging at natural points of emotional impact, making campaigns more effective for brands and engaging for viewers.”
The system is anchored on the R.A.C.E. framework reach, attention, connection, and effectiveness ensuring ads deliver more than just eyeballs. Early studies already show a 34 per cent uplift in advertising effectiveness compared to conventional placements.
Moment.AI isn’t confined to one category. Whether it’s jewellery during a proposal, skincare in a mirror moment, or snacks at a family gathering, the platform is designed to work across sectors like handsets, gifting, food and beverages, home décor, fashion, and festivals making every placement feel native.
Currently live across JioStar’s Entertainment network and gearing up to roll out on JioHotstar, the innovation is pitched as a new era for contextual advertising, blending technology with consumer insight.
For brands, the message is simple: stop gate-crashing the moment start owning it.
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Samay Raina returns with Still Alive, confronts 2025 controversy in bold comeback special
Comeback set tackles controversy, blending humour with raw storytelling
MUMBAI: Samay Raina is set to release his new stand-up comedy special, Still Alive, on YouTube on April 7, 2026, marking a high-profile return following a turbulent year.
The trailer for the special dropped on April 5, offering a glimpse into what Raina describes as a raw and unfiltered set that leans as much on honesty as it does on humour.
Positioned as a comeback of sorts, Still Alive draws heavily from the controversy surrounding his show India’s Got Latent in early 2025. The episode led to legal trouble, multiple FIRs, and a lengthy six-hour interrogation by the Maharashtra Cyber Cell, placing the comedian at the centre of intense public scrutiny.
Rather than sidestep the episode, Raina leans into it. The special reflects on the fallout and his personal journey through it, blending observational comedy with moments of emotional candour. Early audience feedback from live performances suggests the tone is less about rapid-fire punchlines and more about storytelling with bite.
The special was filmed during his global Still Alive & Unfiltered tour, which ran from August 2025 to early 2026. The tour saw Raina perform across major international venues, including the Madison Square Garden Theatre in New York, a milestone that places him among the youngest Indian comedians to take that stage.
The title itself signals resilience. “Still Alive” is a nod to navigating both legal and public backlash while choosing to remain unapologetically authentic, a theme that appears to anchor the set.
With the special set to premiere online, all eyes are now on how audiences respond to a performance that promises equal parts reflection and wit. For Raina, the message is clear. He is not just back, he is ready to be heard on his own terms.
