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Toyota Innova unveils new TVC featuring brand ambassador Aamir Khan
MUMBAI: Toyota Kirloskar Motor’s Innova is all set to unfold a new ad featuring brand ambassador Aamir Khan from 6 September. In an extension of their previous ad campaign “Everyday, Many roles, One Car”, this 30 second advertisment emphasizes the ‘versatility’ of the three row sedan.
The new ad will be appear on all prominent news channels as well as Star Plus and regional channels such as Asianet, during the prime time band. The ad has been produced by Ravi Udyavar, also responsible for the earlier Innova Aamir advertisements, while Dentsu is the creative AOR.
In addition to the TVC, the brand will also promote the theme of ‘versatility’ via print ads, in the Times Of India, Hindustan Times along with major regional publications like Hindu, Deccan Chronicle and Deccan Herald.
Sources say, the brand is also in the process of finalizing several customer-related ground level activities to further their marketing initiatives.
In the first set of ads released last year, the “All you Desire” theme featured the actor playing all his popular film characters. The theme of the second set of advertisement was “Everyday, Many roles, One Car” wherein the versatility of the vehicle was communicated by portraying Aamir playing roles of a businessman, a son and a brother.
This time round a touch of humour has been added to the same theme and Aamir is portrayed in various day to day roles – ranging from a parent, a bridegroom and an executive.
“The versatility of Innova has been further made relevant by depicting Innova’s usage in various day-to-day events in the campaign. Innova’s brand ambassador Aamir Khan plays multi faceted roles depicting Innova as an anytime, anywhere car suitable for all occasions. The humour element in these set of ads is what helps build the emotional connect with the brand,” explains T Ino director – marketing TKM.
Toyota Innova which recently touched the 50,000 landmark figure claims to be the fastest selling car in the MPV and sedan segments in the Rs.5 lakh to Rs.12 lakh range in the country.
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.
