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Viacom18 Consumer Products introduces premium Garfield x Celio collection
Mumbai: Viacom18 Consumer Products has collaborated with Celio, the leading French premium menswear brand, to kickstart the 45th-anniversary celebrations of the iconic ginger cat, by introducing an exclusive range of Garfield collection, bringing fans a step closer to their favourite character.
The Garfield x Celio collection, which further expands the Viacom18 Consumer Products portfolio, includes an exclusive range of the globally known cartoon across t-shirts, shorts, sweatshirts, and shirts for men. As a part of the collaboration, officially licensed Garfield merchandise will be available at a starting price of Rs 1,599 across Celio’s website and retail stores, as well as leading e-commerce marketplaces like Myntra, Ajio, Nykaa Fashion, Lifestyle and Shoppers Stop to name a few. The launch of the exclusive merchandise will kickstart celebrations of the grand milestone. With many upcoming activities and initiatives in the pipeline for Garfield this year, Viacom18 Consumer Products will further strengthen its fandom in India as the sarcastic, lazy yet endearing cool cat.
Created by cartoonist Jim Davis in 1978, the ironic tabby cat quickly became an international sensation, sparking a massive fan following over the years. Globally, the Garfield franchise boasts of animated series, big-screen adaptations, comics, collectibles, merchandise and more.
Speaking on the launch of the Garfield x Celio collection, Viacom18 consumer products business head Sachin Puntambekar said, “At Viacom18 Consumer Products, we foster fandoms by giving consumers unique opportunities to come closer to their favourite characters in a more tangible, memorable way. The Garfield franchise is a phenomenon in itself and on the anvil of its 45th anniversary, our collaboration with Celio makes for an exciting partnership. We hope fans will love the collection.”
On the release of the collection, Celio India CEO Satyen Momaya said, “We are happy to introduce to you, a brand new limited edition collection for all the fervent Garfield fans of the country. Garfield has been one of the most iconic and loved characters of this generation, and rightfully so, courtesy of his wit. With this launch, we hope to bring about the memories of when we first watched the show. And what better way to binge on it again than while wearing some cool Garfield merch?”
Garfield’s range of exclusive merchandise is a strong proposition to attract Indians across age groups, owing to its global popularity, snarky and relevant humour. With a price range of Rs 1,599 to Rs 3,499, the Garfield x Celio Collection is available across leading e-commerce platforms and retail stores.
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.
