2020 has been a unique year so far. With the advertising revenue for the first half of the year totally wiped out by the pandemic, the festive season proved to be a much-needed relief. According to the TAM Adex data, TV ad volumes grew 19% during the festive season (Aug- Nov) in 2020 as compared to same time the previous year. Not only in terms of ad volume but also in terms of ad communication, this year was different. While like all years, the thought of love, caring, sharing and togetherness was the main theme, pandemic-specific concept like social distancing, digital adoption as well as supporting the local businesses were seen too. So, here’s our article covering the top Diwali ads 2020:
Bajaj Allianz Life
The ad titled Khusiyon Ka Return Gift urges people to be thoughtful about the gifts they share with people on Diwali- something that is useful and meaningful to people they care about.
Bank of Baroda
The ad titled Hum Karein Mumkin highlights the bank’s attractive rate of interest, easy loan takeover, waiver on the processing fee with longer tenure with a high amount of eligibility, and zero foreclosure charges.
Birla White
Ad titled Deewaro Ki Suno urges people to spend on the celebrations, decorate their house not only to make their loved ones happy but also to support those whose livelihood depend on it.
Cadburys
This ad details about the behind the scene of a popular campaign run by Cadburys where they supported hundreds of local businesses by creating ads for them and showing them to the audience nearby (with help of pin-code tracking).
Dell
The ad talks about the new traditions during Diwali for Sharmas as the son and father are busy watching videos on their Dell laptop instead of decorating the house.
Dukaan App
The ad shows how Dukan App helped a sweet shop owner stay afloat during the pandemic by setting up an online store.
Duroflex
The ad talks about the stressful work schedule that WFH during the pandemic has brought and encourages audience to gift a good sleep to their loved ones.
Eros Now
Ad titled Unlock Dilwali Diwali showcased life of a family in the new normal. The ad showed how different members of the family found solace in different ways yet remained connected through spending time watching content on Eros Now.
Exide Care
Ad titled The Diwali Invite shows an Exide Care executive visiting a home on Diwali night to help fix a car’s battery on a very short notice. Post repairing, he is invited by the family to celebrate Diwali.
Ferns & Petals
Ad titled Deepawali Apni Si gives a sneak peak into the Diwali celebrations this year- different and distant due to the pandemic but also focuses one one thing that remains common- the joy of gifting.
Ferrero Rocher Moments
The ad highlights the product Ferrero Rocher and talks about it’s exotic taste and superior packaging.
Grofers
The ad titled Ek Diye Se Do Ghar Roshan urges the audience to buy diwali diyas from local potters.
Haier
In the ad titled Light Up A Heart, the watchman of a closed office remembers the Diwali rituals of the company and misses the employees. The employees later surprise him by visiting with lights and sweets.
House of Hiranandani
The ad titled Beete Din recounts the small joys of daily life during the lockdown, spent with family, in one’s own home. The ad also highlights the rent back scheme of the real estate brand.
ICICI Lombard
ICICI Lombard rolled out a video titled Restart Right on the occasion of Diwali, showcasing the positive impact of its efforts to support Mumbai Dabbawalas by donating them new bicycles and helmets.
iD Fresh Foods
iD’s latest Diwali ad is a tribute to the health workers who have left behind their families and are tirelessly working on getting the country disease free during this pandemic.
Jio Creative Labs
Ad titled Choose 2 Care was an activation campaign that showed people the adverse effect of firecrackers on stray animals and urged people to refrain from bursting noisy crackers.
JK Super Cement
Ad titled Thank You Doctors pays tribute to the doctors who have sacrificed their comfort and work life balance and have put themselves in danger while taking care of patients during this pandemic. The video shows the emotional turmoil of a doctor who’s on duty on Diwali night and can’t visit home.
Kalyan Jewellers
Ad celebrating Diwali with Ameya Collection from Kalyan Jewellers stresses on the joy of togetherness that the festival brings.
Kinder Joy
Ad titled Khao Khelo Khush Raho tweaks the usual blessings elders give to the kids during Diwali and itinvolves gifting them Kinder Joy.
Mahindra Lifespaces
The ad titled Ghar Ko Bolo Happy Diwali urges people to wish their home a happy diwali too as this year, people have spent most of their time at home and made memories along with their loved ones.
Mankind Pharma
Ad titled Spreading Kindness follows the life of Manohar Bhai who runs his old family restaurant for several years. He’s known for his kindness and every year he hosts a Diwali party for orphanage kids, even when he lost his shop due to the non-payment of loans. However, his kindness was returned by an orphan kid who grew up to become a doctor.
Max Fashion
Ad titled Max Diwali Khusiyon Wali features a family getting ready for Diwali celebrations and discussing how they are going to celebrate Diwali with social distancing and precautions without compromising on happiness.
Milkmaid
In this ad, a mother and son make the Diwali special by preparing all the sweets at home.
Oppo
The ad titled Be The Light follows the story of two friends. One of them has saved a phooljhadi for his best friend as he has promised her last Diwali that she also would be celebrating it this year.
Myntra
The ad follows the theme of spreading happiness by gifting the underprivileged. The video shows a family getting new clothes for the festival including their help and her son.
Orientbell Tiles
The ad titled Kare Rishton Ko Renovate highlights how often home renovation is not only about the home but new developments in personal life and relationships.
PayTM
PayTM’s Diwali Ad shows a househelp expecting a Diwali bonus from his employer like every year. But to her disappointment, he chooses not to travel due to pandemic. However, he transfers the money to her bank account through PayTM, making her Diwali a joyous one.
Pepperfry
Ad highlighting The Pepperfry Diwali Sale shows a father and daughter fighting over an armchair placed at a location with best wifi signals for his office calls and her online classes respectively. In the end, the father offers his daughter to select a new armchair for her, to be placed beside his.
Purplle
Ad urges audience to take out their cosmetics and get ready despite the current scenarios that stop them from meeting other people.
Samsung
Samsung ad talks about how life changed during the pandemic this year and how Samsung has supported every one during this struggle through its range of products.
Sensodyne
The ad shows a grand mother guiding her grand daughters on how to make perfect malpuas over video call.
Shoppers Stop
Ad titled Hum Hain Roshni urges people to keep the ray of hope alive during the times of pandemic.
Shyam Steel
In the ad, a few professionals were asked what’s the first thing they do in the morning every day. All of them answered how they check the developments in the field they work in. When asked about what they do on the Diwali day, they talk about checking on their loved ones. The ad leaves the audience with the question- why don’t they check up on their loved ones every morning?
Signature Global
The ad titled Diwali Apne Ghar Wali explores the emotions attached to owning a home. A retired professor who couldn’t buy a house was gifted one by his son.
Tata Capital
The ad Count On Us showcases sweet banters between an optimistic guy and a personified version of the year 2020. While 2020 tried hard to kill the guy’s festive spirit, he successfully managed to shut him (20202) off.
Tata Nexon EV
The ad titled Silent Diwali shows an alternative way to celebrate Diwali- among the nature with the environment friendly Tata Nexon EV.
Trident Group
Trident Group showcases the beauty of Diwali in the form of family bonding and the tradition of gifting.
TVS Credit
Ad titled Sabki Tarakki shows the spirit of Diwali associated with the wish of prosperity for everyone. In this ad, neighbours come together to fix doors for their old watch man.
Ultratech Cement
The ad shows a family where old parents are all praises about their son and his determination that led to the completion of his new home well before Diwali despite the pandemic.
Vivo
This film by Vivo shows a short story of a boy who was angry with his father who is struggling hard to cope up with pressure at work due to pandemic and had forgot to get a Diwali gift. The boy’s friends shoot a video for him where they convey how much they love and miss him. The movie ends with a happy note that urges the audience to bring a smile to people around.
Welspun
Welspun introduces their special kit for domestic worker that comes free with Welspun reversible bedsheets.
We have tried to collate all the Diwali ads for 2020. If you think we have missed any ad, do let us know in the comments and we would try to add it to the list.
