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Omnicom, WPP, Publicis and Havas share prices plummet amid AI sell-off

Dentsu bucked overall decline, experiencing marginal increase.

Publicis hits record profit margin, adds 5800 staff and hikes cash bonuses 8%

Revenues grew 5.6% in 2025, well ahead of rivals.

Anupriya Archarya and Kainaz Karmakar appointed jury presidents for Cannes Lions 2026

They will lead the juries for the Creative Data Lions and the Health and Wellness Lions respectively at the global awards in June.

Publicis partners Decentriq for confidential data to support AI

Tie-up is intended to create better measurement and audience integration, without compromising privacy.

The budget that put creative talent in the driver’s seat

For the first time, India’s Budget puts imagination on the balance sheet—giving the Orange Economy a seat at the table. The industry reacts.

Budget 2026 and the Business of Attention: What It Means for Media, Marketing and the Next Generation

Budget 2026 lays the groundwork for India’s next cultural and economic leap by strengthening media creation, digital marketing infrastructure, Gen Z employability and AI-led productivity. Rather than flashy announcements, it focuses on building scalable capability across content, technology and talent. For agencies and creators, the message is clear: the future belongs to those who adapt early and build smart.

BOMBAYDC appoints Santosh Kumar to scale South India growth

He will drive enterprise partnerships across commerce, AI-enabled platforms and digital products.

If I were the Finance Minister… with BBDO’s Kaizad Pardiwalla

For the CDO, the goal is simple – budget for how India actually works.

FCB Kinnect’s Ishaan Balvani joins Wondrlab

He will report to Hemant Shringy, chief creative officer and managing partner, Wondrlab Network.

Ajay Gupte exits WPP Media; Shekhar Banerjee to take over

Banerjee’s appointment comes at a time when clients are increasingly seeking integrated and data led solutions to deliver measurable business impact, the agency said.

Omnicom’s Lodestar UM wins media mandate for Amazon Music

The win reflects Omnicom Media's growing partnership with Amazon, deepening a relationship that already spans AWS across APAC and Japan.

Cheil X bolsters leadership across Delhi and Mumbai

Ritesh Rao has been appointed as head of operations for Mumbai; Kanika will lead the Delhi office

A Padma Bhushan moment for Indian advertising

The posthumous honour for Piyush Pandey marks state recognition of advertising’s role in shaping language, culture and mass persuasion in India.

Ritz Media World wins integrated mandate for Forbes Fab-Luxe Residences

The mandate spans brand strategy, creative development, digital and performance marketing, launch communication and sales-led brand assets.

Concept Communications refreshes AMFI’s flagship investor campaign

The mandate includes a creative refresh of Association of Mutual Funds in India’s long-standing financial awareness platform.

WPP closes Hogarth and launches WPP Production

The network claims it will be 'the world’s largest and most advanced content production powerhouse'.

Estée Lauder to launch global £500m media review

The cosmetics giant works with multiple agencies across different regions.

Amandeep Singh Kochar joins Havas CX India as EVP– experience strategy and martech head

He will report to Manas Lahiri, chief growth officer, Havas India, who is also overlooking the Havas CX India operations.

Coach and Kate Spade owner appoints media agency

The decision follows a competitive pitch, in which the agency was up against Omnicom’s Hearts & Science and IPG.

Dentsu shares slump 11% as buyers walk away from sale of international unit

Dentsu says it has made no announcements on its international business, after reports that talks to sell the unit have collapsed.

GlobalLogic appoints LuJean Smith as chief marketing officer

Her remit includes elevating brand visibility, sharpening the company’s value proposition and showcasing its advanced AI capabilities.

India Gate Uplife targets Quitters’ Day with consistency-led #KeepItUp campaign

It reframes health resolutions through a digital-first campaign focused on habits, consistency and realistic wellness cues.

Eastern marks International Chicken Curry Day with musical campaign launch

The spice brand uses music-led storytelling to reinforce cultural relevance and everyday usage of Eastern Chicken Masala in Kerala kitchens.

WPP’s India country manager, CVL Srinivas, to retire

Joining WPP in 2013 as GroupM’s South Asia CEO, he had taken this role in 2017.

Britannia The Laughing Cow repositions cheese with ‘Snacking Ka New Angle’

The campaign transposes cheese as an everyday, on-the-go snack rather than a cooking accompaniment.

Tanishq unveils brand campaign featuring Ananya Panday

Introducing the actor as the brand's fact, the campaign positions natural diamond jewellery as an expression of individuality and everyday self-expression.

Arpit Garg takes over as president of Weber Shandwick India

As president for India, he will strengthen its leadership across communications and advisory services.

When shoppers go all-in on AI

According to a BCG report, 64% of Indians turn to the conversational technology for purchase decisions.

Cinépolis India expands cinema advertising with It's Spotlight partnership

Cinépolis India has entered cinema advertising through a nationwide digital screen rollout, appointing 'It’s Spotlight' to manage and commercialise the inventory.

‘Posting Zero’ is just the tip of the iceberg

As AI adoption accelerates, there is a new balance emerging between acceleration and deceleration, where people crave both the hyper-real and the handmade.

Himalaya BabyCare addresses first-winter concerns in new campaign

Rather than focusing on technical claims alone, the communication blends emotional storytelling with functional reassurance.

Dentsu Introduces dentsu.Connect to strengthen data and technology integration in India

With this launch, the agency is advancing its shift towards a connected, intelligence-led operating model across data, creativity and media.

Starcom takes over Flipkart Group’s Rs 750-crore media mandate

The Publicis Groupe’s communication division replaces EssenceMediacom for the consolidated media mandate after a multi-agency pitch.

Kingfisher Premium launches brand film for Tata WPL

The film highlights women’s cricket through energy, music and shared celebration.

South Indian Bank marks Pongal with film rooted in Tamil Nadu

The campaign highlights relationships, cultural familiarity and the values that connect communities in Tamil Nadu.

Havas introduces LLM tool Ava, the ‘heart of Havas,’ at CES

Set to roll out this spring, the global LLM unifies the world’s most advanced AI models into one secure portal.

Tata Capital unveils ‘Champions ki Galliyon Mein’ for Tata WPL season 4

It marks Tata Capital’s fourth consecutive year of association with the tournament, as it continues supporting the growth of women’s cricket in India.

Omnicom introduces next-gen Omni at CES, bringing connected capabilities under one digital powerhouse roof

Following Omnicom’s acquisition of IPG, Omni is now also powered by assets originally under the latter.

Alchemist buys Triton, redraws agency boundaries

The real-estate-heavy integrated marketing group adds a legacy agency to widen its sector play, testing how diversification reshapes scale, autonomy and ambition.

FCB tops The One Club's 2025 Global Creative Rankings

In its final year, FCB earned a third consecutive Agency Network of the Year honor, with FCB New York named Global Agency of the Year.

WPP Media retains Reckitt India media mandate, adds e-commerce scope

Wavemaker to drive integrated media and commerce excellence for Reckitt’s portfolio

TVS Motor Company unveils TVC for its 150cc hyper sport scooter

The new television commercial positions the TVS NTORQ 150 around performance-led riding and racetrack-inspired everyday mobility.

Indian research and insights industry reaches INR 29,008 cr in FY25: MRSI

While analytics continued to be the fastest-growing segment, custom market research grew 8%, showcasing an appetite for specialised services.

Birla Opus Paints celebrates Pongal with new digital campaign

The digital film highlights festive traditions and the role of refreshed interiors in family celebrations.

B Sridhar exits media industry after three-decade career

After over 30 years in agency leadership roles, he has stepped away from the media industry to pursue personal interests.

Universal Music India acquires minority stake in Excel Entertainment

Universal Music India acquired a 30% stake in Excel Entertainment at a valuation of INR 2,400 crore, forming a long-term music, film and digital content partnership.

SG Pipers Launches ‘Danka Baja Re’ Campaign Film

The music-led campaign film is aimed at building a unified team identity and strengthening fan engagement.

Bingo! Mad Angles uses humour to tackle everyday conflict

The digital campaign reframes everyday disagreements through humour and brand-led cultural commentary.

Happy New Year from Campaign India

Campaign India has wrapped its coverage for 2025 with a new look and fresh premium content awaiting in the new year.