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Amul Girl to enter merchandising business

Now wear your favorite Amul Girl Polka dot frocks and a range of items like key rings and more.

The adorable Amul girl could soon find her way into living rooms and kitchens, beyond the topical ads on newspapers with the dairy major mulling over launch of merchandise based on her.

According to a top company official, once Amul takes a decision in the next two-three months, a range of items ranging from key rings to fridge magnets and polka dot frocks may be sold over its 8,000 Amul milk parlours across the country.

“We will consider to come up with merchandise based around the Amul butter girl. We will take a final decision on this in the next two to three months,” Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation (GCMMF) Managing Director R S Sodhi said. GCMMF sells dairy products under the Amul brand. “We can bring many merchandise like key rings, cups and frocks. We can sell these merchandise through our over 8,000 milk parlours across the country,” he said.

Sodhi was speaking at the book launch Amul India 3.0 here. The book was launched by eminent advertising and media personalities Santosh Desai, Indrajit Hazra, Rahul Da Cunha and Jai Arjun Singh.

“We are known from the campaign. So we are happy,” Sodhi said, adding that the campaign, being run for the last 50 years, has huge credibility.

“Amul girl has commented on everyone. Nobody has displayed anger. Amul girl is like daughter. We know what she is saying is correct,” Sodhi said.

Pokemon Go Available on Apple Watches

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Truly a jolly season! Finally the Pokemon Go is available on iTunes stores for Apple Watch.

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The game involves catching digital pocket monsters in an augmented-reality version of your surroundings. The Apple Watch version will let you discover nearby Pokemon and collect special items, such as potions, from nearby “PokeStops.” But once you encounter a Pokemon, you will need to use your iPhone to catch it.

Still, the Apple Watch should make it easier for players to log their steps (needed to advance in the game and to hatch new Pokemon out of eggs), and to avoid walking around with their phones held out to search for nearby monsters.

The game’s maker, Niantic, hasn’t announced any plans for Android Wear and Samsung Gear smartwatches.

The game was recently launched in India in partnership with Reliance Jio. The India launches and now the Apple Watch launch seem to have come a little too late for the Pokemon Go game.

Haggar Clothing inks licensing deal for men’s sweater with Bernette

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Haggar Clothing has tapped Bernette Textile Company to design, produce and sell a line of branded men’s sweaters in the U.S.

The initial collection is expected to launch with major national retailers, in Haggar stores and online at Haggar.com in fall 2017.

“Licensing Haggar sweaters is a natural fit for Bernette,” says Jeff Siskind, president, Bernette Textile Company. “Since our inception 75 years ago, sweaters have been the mainstay of the Bernette business. Partnering with Haggar, a brand that has led the apparel market through innovation and dependable high-quality product, is consistent with our business model. We are thrilled by the opportunity to market and represent Haggar, an iconic heritage brand.”

Bernette is also a licensee for brands such as Coleman, The American Outdoorsman, U.S. Polo Assn, Tricots St. Raphael and Argyle Culture.

“As Haggar celebrates our 90th year, our partnership with Bernette Textiles further strengthens our product portfolio,” says Michael Stitt, chief executive officer, Haggar. “Bernette’s mission, vision and history align with ours, and both companies are committed to delivering the highest quality apparel, innovation and exceptional value for the consumer. We are excited to have Jeff Siskind and his team on board.”

Discovery Communications and Sanjeev Kapoor’s FoodFood Channel call off partnership

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Discovery Communications has called off the acquisition of Chef Sanjeev Kapoor-owned food specialty network FoodFood seven months after entering into the agreement.

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“At this time, we can confirm that we are not entering into the partnership with FoodFood as announced earlier this year. India remains a global priority market for Discovery and we will continue to explore opportunities as we expand our business and accelerate our strategic growth investments here.” said Discovery Communications in a company statement.

FoodFood was launched in 2011 via Turmeric Vision Pvt. Ltd as a JV between Sanjeev Kapoor, Astro Overseas Ltd and Mogae Consultants.

Incidentally, starting April 1, Food Food had already given its ad sales mandate to Discovery.

Launched in January 2011, FoodFood has seen an investment of $30 million (around Rs 180 crore).

Mountain Dew teams with FILA for exclusive line of footwear

Mountain Dew’s Green Label Exclusives (GLX) and FILA have teamed up to launch a co-branded line of footwear.

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The Joester Loria Group, Mountain Dew’s licensing agent, brokered the deal.

Under the terms of the agreement, FILA will re-release one of its ‘90s designs–the M-Squad–with embroidered FILA logo branding and Mountain Dew-themed outsoles and midsoles.

Other products in the collection will include GLX branding on the sock liner and foot-bed as well as custom FILA x Mountain Dew branded packaging.

The FILA x GLX M-Squad collaboration is now available exclusively at Footlocker and Fila.com.

Clutch Chairz teams with WWE for Licensed Gaming Chairs

Gaming chair manufacturer, Clutch Chairz, has teamed up with WWE to develop a line of licensed chairs featuring select legends and superstars.

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The first WWE superstars to be included in Clutch’s drop include the likes of John Cena, ‘Stone Cold’ Steve Austin, The New Day, Enzo & Cass, Sasha Banks and more.

“With the crossover of WWE and gaming fans, we believe this partnership can provide a great deal of excitement to both the gaming community and the WWE fan base,” said Sammy Sucu, chief marketing officer at Clutch Chairz.

Fans will be able to get their hands on the WWE chairs during Q1 2017, with pre-orders starting in January 2017.

The partnership marks the first license deal that the company has secured in North America.

Sony Pictures acquires broadcast rights of Super Fight League

Super Fight League, India’s first martial arts promotion today announced that Sony pictures will be their official broadcast partner

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MMA league will be hosted in India from 20th January – 25th February 2017. The fights will be broadcast live on Sony ESPN and Sony ESPN HD channels while the opening ceremony will be shown live on Sony MAX.

The franchisee based league that will feature eight teams, being organized in association with the All India Martial Arts Association (AIMMAA) and will commence with the opening ceremony on 20th January 2017.

“Sony ESPN is the channel that is synonymous for bringing MMA to the television sets of the Indian audience. We at Super Fight League are really excited about Sony Pictures Networks India coming on board as the broadcast partners for the inaugural edition of the league. Having Sony as the broadcast partner will help us in our endeavor to reach the maximum variety of audience and make Super Fight League a household name for MMA in India,” said Bill Dosanjh, CEO of Super Fight League.

“Having been a forerunner in popularizing MMA, the sports cluster of Sony Pictures Networks India is the premier destination for viewing mixed martial arts. We are pleased to announce the expansion of our MMA portfolio with the addition of the Super Fight League which is India’s first mixed martial arts league on our network,” added Rajesh Kaul, president, distribution and sports business, Sony Pictures Network.

LEGO develops new division LEGO Brand Group

The company has established a new division for the company, titled the LEGO Brand Group.

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Danish toy maker Lego has announced a management shake-up to develop the brand beyond its iconic plastic bricks under the leadership of its veteran chief who brought the company back from the brink of bankruptcy.

Chief executive Jorgen Vig Knudstorp took over Lego when it was on verge of collapse in 2004 and transformed it into one of the industry’s biggest success stories, but he will step down by the end of the year to head a new unit focusing on the Lego brand, called Lego Brand Group, the company said.

“With our recent growth and globalisation come new and exciting opportunities for the brand,” deputy chairman and fourth generation owner Thomas Kirk Kristiansen said in a statement.

“We establish the Lego Brand Group to look into these new opportunities,” he said.

Lego’s colourful toy blocks have proved resilient to the rise of digital devices which is battering the traditional toy industry, but the company has also been adept at using different channels to engage with children.

The group has allowed partners to develop branded video games, a Hollywood blockbuster, television shows and theme parks.

Jørgen Vig Knudstorp, chief executive officer, LEGO Group, will chair the new entity in close partnership with deputy chair, Kirk Kristiansen. Additionally, due to his new position, the board of directors of LEGO A/S will nominate Vig Knudstorp to become chairman of the board in May 2017.

Niels Jacobsen, present chairman of the board of directors, LEGO A/S, will continue in his role as deputy chairman in KIRKBI A/S.

“Over the past 12 years, Vig Knudstorp has developed an outstanding knowledge and understanding of the opportunities and challenges for the LEGO Group and the LEGO brand,” says Jacobsen. “Now is the right time to use Jørgen’s capacity in a broader role. I look forward to continue working with Jørgen in the future and to continue my work with Kjeld and Thomas Kirk Kristiansen in the KIRKBI A/S board of directors.”

Additionally, Bali Padda, currently chief operations officer, the LEGO Group, has been appointed to replace Vig Knudstorp as CEO and will take on his new role, Jan. 1, 2017.

NBCUniversal Brand Development launches Fast and Furious Apparel Collection

Affliction Clothing to Develop Franchise-Inspired Collection Launching Exclusively at Buckle Retail Locations Nationwide in US

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NBCUniversal Brand Development teams with clothing brand Affliction and fashion retailer The Buckle, has launched a new lifestyle apparel collection inspired by Fast & Furious.

The initial line is comprised of t-shirts, tops, sweatshirts and jackets for men and women, and features a raft of designs combined with Affliction’s signature style. The limited edition collection will also feature seasonal line updates.

“Affliction has a long history of creating fashion-forward garments that embrace our live fast mantra,” says Eric Foss, owner, Affliction. “We are very excited about this collaboration with NBCUniversal Brand Development and Buckle on the Fast & Furious by Affliction Collection. This franchise is a natural fit for us, and we look forward to a long and successful partnership.”

“Fast & Furious is globally recognized as one of the most popular action-film franchises in cinematic history, and Affliction’s unique aesthetic and powerful designs capture the essence of this phenomenon,” says Manuel Torres, executive vice president, worldwide consumer products, NBCUniversal. “Partnering with Buckle as the exclusive retailer for the line allows us to uniquely reach consumers who are on-trend, further amplifying the film’s presence in the lifestyle space.”

Additionally, the new collection will serve as inspiration for additional lifestyle programs for the Fast & Furious franchise.

The complete line will debut nationwide in early 2017, tied to the release of the new film The Fate of the Furious, which is slated to hit theaters, April 14.

Netflix and Red Chillies Entertainment signs 3 year content deal

Global streaming giant, Netflix has struck a long-term relationship with Bollywood megastar Shah Rukh Khan’s production house Red Chillies Entertainment.

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Netflix subscribers will have access to more than 30 Red Chillies library titles and any new film produced by the company in the next three years.

First up will be “Dear Zindagi”, starring Khan and Alia Bhatt that released theatrically Nov. 25, followed by box office hits “Happy New Year,” “Dilwale” and “Om Shanti Om.”

The deal was announced only a day after Netflix’s streaming rival unveiled a global rollout of its Prime Video service, and made particular play of its launch in India.

Although India is a key market for both companies, the deal with Red Chillies is Netflix’s first with a production company in India. Amazon has content deals with Bollywood studios Dharma Productions, T-Series and Vishesh Films.

“Shah Rukh Khan is the most sought-after actor in the Indian film industry, and has played a huge role in bringing Indian cinema to the world stage,” said Netflix chief content officer Ted Sarandos. “His monicker ‘King Khan’ speaks to his status as a cultural icon and to the incredible popularity of his films among audiences worldwide.”

“Red Chillies is surging ahead in global entertainment and for the first time, our great stories are going global on Netflix all at once and crossing all geographical barriers, waiting to be discovered over the world. No more waiting for our fans wherever they are,” said Shah Rukh Khan.