Shangri-La Jeddah has appointed Lina Khan as its new Director of Marketing and Communications, reinforcing the luxury hospitality brand’s commitment to strengthening its market presence, enhancing guest engagement, and driving strategic brand growth in Saudi Arabia’s rapidly evolving tourism sector. The appointment comes at a time when the Kingdom’s hospitality industry is experiencing unprecedented growth,...
The definition of luxury is undergoing a profound transformation. While craftsmanship, exclusivity, and performance remain important pillars, today’s consumers increasingly seek emotional connections, meaningful experiences, and personal relevance from the brands they choose. According to Martino Picotti of Automobili Lamborghini, emotional performance is emerging as a defining factor in the next era of luxury, reshaping...
UNIQLO is increasingly looking beyond traditional apparel categories and tapping into fan communities, pop culture collaborations, and passion-driven consumer engagement as it seeks to accelerate growth in the Indian market. While essentials such as denim, casualwear, and everyday basics continue to form the backbone of its business, the brand is increasingly leveraging fandom-driven experiences and...
Tata Motors has appointed Ejaz Takey as Head of SUV Marketing, reinforcing the company’s commitment to strengthening its sport utility vehicle portfolio and enhancing consumer engagement in one of India’s fastest-growing automotive segments. The appointment comes as SUVs continue to dominate consumer preferences across the Indian automobile market, driving significant growth for manufacturers investing in...
Utopai Studios today announced the launch of PAI 2.0, the next major release of its cinematic storytelling AI system and a significant step forward in the company’s push to build the infrastructure layer for AI-native filmmaking. PAI 2.0 arrives less than two months after PAI’s April debut and amid strong early commercial demand for Utopai...
Villain, one of India’s fastest growing men’s fragrance and grooming brands from BRND.ME, has forayed into the US market, with its products set to be available on Amazon, marking a key step in the brand’s international growth journey. The move aligns with BRND.ME’s strategy of scaling digital-first consumer brands across global markets, building on encouraging...
Hanover Communications has appointed Samantha Gregson Donnelly as Managing Director for the Middle East, reinforcing the consultancy’s commitment to regional expansion, client growth, and strengthening its strategic communications capabilities across one of the world’s fastest-evolving business markets. The appointment comes as organisations across the Middle East increasingly seek integrated communications expertise to navigate complex stakeholder...
Not ads, exactly. More like provocation. Bold red posters, stark lettering, two words: DELETE NORMAL. No explanation. No brand story. Just a phrase stuck to underpasses, outside basketball courts, across public spaces in cities – and people noticing. Twitter user @SavageAryan007 spotted one under a flyover and posted it with a simple observation: the new...
In our latest MM Talks interaction with Media Mohalla, we connected with Affan Ahmad, Founder of Rawbare Lifestyle, to discuss his entrepreneurial journey, brand vision, and the evolving lifestyle accessories market. Affan Ahmad founded Rawbare Lifestyle with a mission to make premium-looking eyewear and fashion accessories accessible to modern consumers without compromising on quality, trust,...
Katch International has announced the appointments of Zeinoun Aridi and Evelyn Moussallem to its senior leadership team, reinforcing the agency’s commitment to regional growth, client service excellence, and expanding its strategic communications capabilities across the Middle East. The appointments come as communications consultancies continue investing in senior talent to address increasing demand for integrated public...
