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Imperial Blue revives ‘Men Will Be Men’ campaign under Tilaknagar Industries

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Imperial Blue is reviving its ‘Men Will Be Men’ campaign after Tilaknagar Industries bought the whisky brand for Rs 3,442 crore, afaqs! reported. The new film set in a lift features women in the humour, and the CMO Ahmed Rahimtoola says the priority is to restore the brand’s visibility and increase marketing spend.

Why it matters for marketers

The change of ownership shifts the brand’s marketing focus and budget, signalling new opportunities for agencies to pitch creative work for a major whisky label in India.

The numbers

  • Deal valueRs 3,442 crore

What happened

Tilaknagar Industries acquired Imperial Blue for Rs 3,442 crore, completing the deal on 30 November 2023. The brand is bringing back its Men Will Be Men campaign with a new lift‑set film that includes women in the joke. Chief marketing officer Ahmed Rahimtoola says the first priority is to refocus on the brand and boost marketing investment.

What’s next

Tilaknagar Industries plans to increase investment and strengthen the brand’s market presence.
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