Hindustan Unilever picks Hina Khan as Red Label's brand ambassador; signs TV's popular bahu "Akshara' for its latest campaign

Red Label, the largest tea brand from the house of Brooke Bond, for the first time in its history of 140 years, has roped in Indian television's smart bahu Hina Khana a.k.a. Akshara from "Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata hai' for its latest ad campaign. The latest Brooke Bond ad campaign starring four "smart bahus' from across the country, aims at repositioning Red Label Tea as the trusted choice of a contemporary Indian housewife. The ad goes on air from October 1st, 2011.

The ad campaign focuses on re-positioning Red Label Tea as not just a healthy but also a reasonably-priced tea available in packs that fit every housewife's budget. As a part of the campaign, the stars will be seen urging viewers not to trust everything they hear and see. The television commercial has the actress re-assuring the audience that contrary to general misconception; Red Label Tea offers not just superior-quality taste and health benefits but also suits every family's pocket.

Commenting on the new Brooke Bond Red Label campaign, Arun Srinivas, Vice President, Beverages, Hindustan Unilever Ltd, said, "Our latest ad campaign plans to establish Red Label as a tea that is not just consistent and high on quality and health benefits, but also fits every housewife's budget. The actresses, perceived as the "smart bahus' of the 21st century on the television shows will come to the forefront in their off-screen avatars and campaign for the country's oldest tea brand, Red Label. The ad campaign will also feature their on-screen mother-in-laws which makes it even more interesting and engaging for the viewers."

Hina Khan, on being inducted to the Red Label family, commented "Drinking Red Label has been a part of my daily regime since my teenage years. When Red Label offered me the chance to endorse the brand, I jumped at the opportunity. It was a wonderful experience to see my on-screen character Akshara, the smart bahu of Indian television blending in perfectly with the campaign. "

So Bahuranis! Pick your pack of Red Label tea-the best quality tea that is not only healthy but also affordable!

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