Press Release
Percept Sports & Entertainment manages the spectacular ‘Vanitha Awards 2016’
MUMBAI Percept Sports & Entertainment, the Strategic Business Unit of Percept One, managed the ‘Cera’s Vanitha Awards 2016’ event. The gala awards ceremony was held in spectacular style on the evening of Sunday, February 21, 2016 at the sprawling Greenfield stadium, Karyavattom in Thiruvananthapuram.
Given the massive scale of the event and the caliber of the high profile celebrities attending the show, the Percept Sports & Entertainment (PS&E) team seamlessly managed the massive task of effectively consulting closely with the Manorama management team and administered the entire event. Percept Sports and Entertainment’s scope of work encompassed managing the entire event right spanning every element from the planning to the execution stage, effectively overseeing the show run including artist management, logistics and watching over the technical production.
To continue the momentum of last year’s popularity of the Vanitha Awards, this year PSE focused on making this extravaganza bigger and better, in terms of artist performance and the overall presentation of the event. Mega highlights of the event included the dance numbers of Sunny Leone, Zarine Khan, Bipasha Basu, and cricketer Sreesanth. Kavya Madhavan dazzled with her Baahubali number, and popular Southern actresses Hansika Motwani and Tapsee Pannu also performed to some popular numbers. In addition to the dance numbers, the immensely talented Shakthisree and Vijay Yesudas performed a duet sequence.
The evening saw over 10,000 guests attending the colossal live event. The Vanitha Awards, which has been considered as one of the most prestigious awards ceremonies, witnessed the gathering of almost all stars of the Malayalam entertainment industry including Prithviraj Sukumaran, Parvathy, RS Vimal, Nivin Pauly, Namitha Pramod, Jayasurya, Rima Kallingal, and Chemban Vinod.
Speaking on the success of this mega event, Percept Sports and Entertainment AVP Sameer Sethi said, “It’s an honor to work closely with the Manorama management and administer the Vanitha Awards gala ceremony. We have been associated with Vanitha Awards South for over 12 years now and every-time the challenge lies in raising the bar.” He further elaborated, “The work on this project commenced over 8 months ago and involved a detailed analysis of the 2015 event to help us draw up a wish list with goals and expectations for the 2016 event. The crucial part of this ceremony is not just the planning process, but the perfect show run. Our complete dependency on the availability of the presenters and winners forces us to ideate out of the box and change the cue on ground by the minute. The Percept Sports & Entertainment team executed a phenomenal job of ensuring a seamless flow and a flawless show.”
Bali is full of memorable moments, and some of them involve animals. Temple monkeys tug at bags, beach dogs nap near sunbeds, and cats wander into cafés like they own the place. Most interactions are harmless, but a bite or scratch can change the day quickly, because you may need immediate medical care and follow-up treatment. This is where Bali travel insurance becomes more than a box to tick.
In this article, you will explore whether animal bite treatment is insured, the exclusions, and the steps to claim easily in Bali.
Why Animal Bites in Bali Need Special Attention
Bites are not only about the visible wound. Insurers and doctors both treat them as medical events that can pose an infection risk, especially when the bite breaks the skin.
A scratch that looks small in the moment can still lead to:
● A doctor’s examination and wound cleaning
● Medicines and dressings
● Follow-up consultations if the doctor advises observation or further care
From an insurance perspective, this matters because claims are usually assessed on medical necessity and documentation, not on how dramatic the injury appears in a photo.
How International Travel Insurance Looks at an Animal Bite
Most travel policies are built around emergency medical expenses for unexpected illness or accidental injury abroad. A bite or scratch usually fits the accidental injury bucket, but coverage is rarely blanket.
In many plans, the following may be considered if a doctor prescribes them and bills and medical notes support them:
● Consultation and outpatient treatment
● Emergency care and procedures, such as wound dressing or stitches, if clinically required
● Prescribed medicines and investigations
● Hospitalisation if the treating doctor confirms it is needed
Common Reasons Claims Get Reduced or Rejected
This is the part travellers often miss. Insurers usually do not deny claims because an animal was involved. Claims become difficult when the event looks avoidable, the reporting is delayed, or the paperwork is weak.
Avoidable-Risk Situations Insurers Scrutinise
Policies commonly exclude or limit claims linked to unsafe conduct or preventable exposure. For animal bites, scrutiny may increase if the incident appears connected to:
● Provoking, feeding, or trying to handle wild animals
● Ignoring warning signs at tourist spots
● Being intoxicated at the time of the incident
● Activities that a policy lists as excluded or restricted
The takeaway is simple: if your own description sounds like a risky choice rather than a sudden accident, the insurer may challenge it.
Delays, Missing Papers, and Policy Conditions
Even when your incident is genuinely accidental, claims can still stall due to basics such as:
● Not informing the insurer or assistance partner within the required time
● Missing itemised bills, prescriptions, or clinical notes
● No proof of travel dates or passport entry details when requested
● Submitting only pharmacy slips without a doctor’s consultation record
International travel insurance is paperwork-driven. If you document it well, you reduce the chance of avoidable back-and-forth.
What to Do If You Are Bitten or Scratched in Bali
Your health comes first, always. But a few sensible steps can protect your recovery and keep your insurance file clean.
Medical Steps That Help You and Your Claim
Act fast, stay calm, and get proper care before worrying about bills.
● Clean the wound promptly and seek medical care, even if it seems minor
● Follow the doctor’s advice, including follow-ups if recommended
● Avoid self-medicating in place of a clinical assessment, because insurers often ask for a doctor’s report
Claim Notes and Documents to Collect
Keep these handy; they’ll save time and avoid follow-up questions later.
● Doctor’s notes that mention the nature of injury, treatment given, and advised next steps
● Prescriptions and pharmacy invoices
● Itemised hospital or clinic bills
● A brief written note of where and when it happened, while it is still fresh in your mind
Final Word
Animal bites in Bali are not rare, and they are not always dramatic, which is exactly why travellers underestimate them. Many travel policies can cover bite-related medical treatment when it is accidental and medically necessary, but the outcome depends on your policy terms and the quality of your documentation. If you buy cover thoughtfully, keep the assistance number handy, and respond sensibly if an incident happens, you give yourself the best chance of both good medical care and a smoother claim experience.
