Viva La Brand-volution: Coldplay’s 2025 India tour sees a marketing mayhem

Coldplay’s Mumbai leg has proven to be more than just a concert—it's a canvas for brands to connect with fans in unexpected and engaging ways. (Image: GQ India)

From creative social media posts to vibrant billboards, brands seized the moment to capitalize on Coldplay’s long-awaited India tour, adding extra colour and ‘paradise’ to the musical event.

From Diljit Dosanjh to Coldplay, concert fever rises: Is it a new era for concerts, brands, and artists?

Coldplay band's lead singer Chris Martin performs at Mumbai's DY Patil stadium on 21 January.

From foreign artists to homegrown stars, live concerts are transforming India’s entertainment landscape, offering brands a stage for new opportunities and fans an unforgettable experience.

Great brands are built on timeless insights: HUL’s Rohit Jawa

Rohit Jawa further added that by harnessing HUL's research and development capabilities, supply chain expertise, and wide distribution network, Minimalist is expected to further strengthen its presence in India's burgeoning premium beauty market.

HUL secures a 90.5% stake in the fastest-growing D2C skincare brand Minimalist, signalling an expanded foray into the premium beauty segment.

Maruti Suzuki ropes in Kartik Aaryan as the brand ambassador for Brezza

Maruti Suzuki India Limited (MSIL), announced Bollywood actor Kartik Aaryan as the brand ambassador for the Brezza and launched a new campaign, "More Power to Your Play."

This integrated campaign will be amplified across television, digital, outdoor, and social media platforms, bringing Brezza’s powerful persona to life through diverse storytelling formats.

Mokobara responds to backlash over alleged “white labelling” claims

Founded in 2019 by former Urban Ladder executives Sangeet Agrawal and Navin Parwal, Mokobara has quickly established itself as a D2C luggage startup, offering a range of laptop bags, suitcases, and travel accessories.

The Bengaluru-based luggage startup defends its originality amid accusations of selling overpriced bags by offering a discount and unveiling a new collaboration with Naruto.

InMobi’s Vasuta Agarwal on data privacy, omnichannel marketing and quick commerce

Data privacy will continue to be a focal point as stricter regulations unfold. As cookies and traditional identifiers fade into obsolescence, brands will be forced to adopt privacy-first advertising strategies, adjusting to a rapidly changing ecosystem, says Vasuta Agarwal.

Verticals such as quick commerce have experienced significant growth, which has translated into increased advertising and marketing spends on our platform, says Vasuta Agarwal, Chief Business Officer, Consumer and Performance Advertising, InMobi.