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Campaign Link – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NUbJtCMGqz0 The Body Shop, a British-born international ethical beauty brand, celebrates its 50th anniversary with the launch of its new campaign film “Rebellious by Nature,” featuring actors Mandira Bedi, Sumedh Vasudev Mudgalkar, and Diksha Singh, each a rebel in their own right, on screen and off it. Rooted in the brand’s long-standing activist DNA, the campaign brings to life its philosophy of fearless self-expression, individuality, and purpose-led beauty. More than a commemoration of its anniversary, the campaign is a strategic reaffirmation: the values centred on ethical action, product innovation, and cultural relevance, the ones that built The Body Shop half a century ago, are what will carry it forward. The film features actors Mandira Bedi, an Indian actor, and one of the first female presenters during the ICC Cricket World Cup 2003, she challenged the male-dominated sports broadcasting space and proved that expertise has no gender. Sumedh Vasudev Mudgalkar, an Indian film, television actor and a dancer, noted for taking on roles that tested his limits, suggesting a defiance of playing stereotypical characters; and Diksha Singh, a former Miss India finalist who made national headlines when she chose to step beyond the conventional glamour path and contest Zila Parishad elections in Jaunpur, Uttar Pradesh. The brand as always rooted in the philosophy, of being “Rebellious by Nature”, the film signifies how unsolicited advice is something that people have been absorbing for too long, and now they’ve become acutely aware to follow their own path and voices. Through this campaign, The Body Shop is simply stating that individuality is never up for debate, and it will never be.  With a Hinglish (Hindi+English) voiceover, the film ultimately builds to a simple question that is bound to stay with the audience: if nature has never followed anyone’s instructions, why should you? The tagline, “Ban the Gyaan,” says the rest. The campaign spotlights three of India’s Most Loved – The Body Shop iconic products: Edelweiss Serum: For skin that thrives, not just survives British Rose Body Butter: Floral, fragrant and love-fuelled Ginger Shampoo: The zingy haircare hero “There’s something extraordinary about a flower that blooms at 3,000 metres, where the air is thin, the conditions brutal, and nothing grows easily. The Edelweiss doesn’t survive despite its environment. It thrives because of it. That’s the kind of woman I’ve always wanted to be. The Body Shop ‘Rebellious by Nature’ campaign isn’t about rebellion for the sake of it, it’s about owning your choices, your skin, and your story,” said Mandira Bedi. Adding to this, Sumedh Vasudev Mudgalkar said, “Nature never apologises for existing, it simply does, fully and without hesitation. That idea resonated with me deeply. The Body Shop’s Ginger Shampoo doesn’t try to be something it isn’t. It’s rooted, real, and quietly powerful, just like the choices we make for ourselves when we stop listening to what everyone else thinks we should do.” “There’s always pressure to follow a certain path, especially in the beauty space. For me, it’s been about choosing purpose and staying true to who I am. I love how the British Rose range is shown as part of a simple, personal ritual, it’s joyful, honest, and completely your own.,” shared Diksha Singh. Commenting on the milestone, Rahul Shanker, Group CEO, Quest Retail & House of Beauty, said, “Rebellious by Nature is who we are at our core – bold, fearless, and unapologetically joyful. As we mark 50 years, this is not just a celebration of our legacy, but a defining moment to reimagine our future. With a sharper focus on innovation, retail expansion, and deeper consumer engagement, we are committed to building The Body Shop for the next generation. This milestone also reflects our ambition to strengthen our presence across India, bringing our purpose-led, ethical beauty offerings closer to consumers while staying true to the values that have always set us apart.” Adding to this, Harmeet Singh, Chief Brand Officer, The Body Shop Asia South, said, “Rebellious by Nature’ isn’t a campaign for us, it’s a refusal to conform. For 50 years, we’ve challenged what beauty should look like, how it should behave, and who gets to define it. With #BanTheGyaan, we’re calling time on outdated rules and unsolicited opinions. The future of beauty is personal, purposeful, and unapologetically your own and we’re building exactly that for the next generation.” The campaign is set to roll out across a full ecosystem of touchpoints. Alongside the hero film, a series of digital-first assets and mini films will run across social and digital platforms, supported by creator collaborations and in-store activations. MOST LOVED PRODUCT DESCRIPTIONS FEATURED IN THE MAIN FILM: Edelweiss Daily Serum Concentrate For skin that thrives, not just survives. Skincare Benefits Visibly stronger, smoother, plumper skin 43% more antioxidant power than retinol* Organically grown edelweiss, from the Swiss mountains Why It’s Rebellious A symbol of rugged purity, this rare and iconic mountain flower is only found in very high altitudes (1,500 to 3,000m), where it survives extreme conditions. If in doubt, be more edelweiss. *Retinol expressed as Retinol Acetate. The radical protection factor (RPF) was measured in vitro by electron spin resonance. British Rose Body Butter Floral, fragrant and love-fuelled. Body Care Benefits Intensely moisturises dry skin for up to 96hrs* Made from English Rose extract, leaving skin with a fresh and floral aroma Skin feels softer and smoother giving you a natural-looking glow Why It’s Rebellious The first body butter, powered by one of the industry’s longest Community Fair Trade partnerships. Rich, nourishing shea butter handcrafted by women in Ghana, for generations. Always for a fair wage. Ginger Shampoo The zingy haircare hero. Haircare Benefits 87% agree hair looks clear from dandruff* Made with Community Fair Trade ginger Soothes dry scalps and visibly reduce flakes Why It’s Rebellious Traditional anti-dandruff products have long been riddled with stigma and shame. We put a big dollop of zing into the scalp care thing, and brought some unapologetic confidence to shoulders everywhere. * loved global brands alive through the multi-channel expertise, powerful storytelling and deep community connect. For over 20 years, we have launched and scaled leading global beauty and retail brands in the dynamic Indian subcontinent. Our entrepreneurial agility and commitment to exceptional service have fueled high growth for global brands in our markets. From

Pam Suri is described as a multi-faceted entrepreneur who balances roles as an event organiser, weight loss consultant, and positive thinker. She has been recognized for her ability to create warm, glamorous atmospheres with flawless organization, recently receiving personal praise from attendees of the ISMA 2026 awards for her vision and dedication.   She is known for her “wild imagination” and ability to curate luxury events that feature grand entrances (such as limousines) and professional media coverage.   A glamorous entrepreneur at the centre of her own entertainment empire, she arrived in UK at the age of 35 from Kenya. For her it was a bit of a culture shock, but at the same time it transformed her into the formidable businesswoman she is today.   Now 65, Mrs Suri was born in Nairobi, Kenya where she enjoyed a comfortable and somewhat idyllic childhood – a ‘simple’ middle-class life ‘full of love and happiness.’   As she says “In the beginning it was really a nightmare. For two years I couldn’t understand the way of life here and everybody thought I would go back to Nairobi,” she reveals.   “My biggest challenge was to adapt myself to this country and to learn how to be independent. I had never ever worked in Nairobi. I didn’t know how to drive because we had drivers there and we had servants to do everything. So my biggest challenge was to be an independent person, which I’d never been in Nairobi.”   Pam learned how to drive and set about looking for work, securing a job as a receptionist at Sunrise Radio.   “I’ve always been a very ambitious person and I like to be rich and famous. I like the name/fame game,” she admits.   “I always believed the sky’s the limit for me. I don’t give up. When I encounter a problem I look for the solution. Everyone faces ups and downs in life, but the thing is be positive and believe in yourself, which I do.”   Mrs Suri set about losing weight and trained to become a weight-loss consultant. It was the first taste of being her own boss and it was a taste she certainly enjoyed…   But entertainment was where her true passions lay, and so she decided to dip her toe into this glamorous world – a world where she sparkles and is now fully submerged.   “My profession is my passion,” she says.   “I always give variety to my people and take the advice of my regular clients. If you look after your customers, no matter what you do they always support you,” she goes on to reveal.   “I’m thankful for all my clients and all my supporters who are always there for me.   After each show people come to me and say ‘Pam this is your best show’. Then my next show comes and they say; ‘no, this is your best show!”   Founder of Pam Suri Productions; it is a boutique event management and promotion company based in the United Kingdom, specializing in high-end Bollywood-themed entertainment, award shows, and cultural celebrations. Pam Suri, often referred to as the “Empress of Entertainment,” has established herself as a prominent figure in the British-Asian entertainment circuit. The production house focuses on creating immersive experiences described as “Events Beyond Your Imagination”.   Talent Promotion: The company frequently collaborates with international talent, singers, and digital creators to bridge the gap between traditional Bollywood glamour and modern social media influence.   It is clear that Pam thrives within her role as ‘the hostess with the hostess.’ Even as a grandma at the age of 63, she shows no signs of slowing down as she glows with the vibrant energy of someone half her age.   As she adds further, “Happiness and good health has a lot to do with it along with excellent time-management.”   “They say happiness is all in the mind – it all depends on how you think and I think I’m a very happy person. I make people happy and my experience of living in the UK has been wonderful.   “I’ve met wonderful people, wonderful professions and I’ve made a name for myself, which I feel very proud of,” she reveals.   “In Nairobi I was just a housewife, but now people know me as Pam Suri.   “I worked hard to be where I am today. People look at me and see all the glitz and glamour, but behind the scenes is a lot of hard work,” she adds. “It’s my life – it’s my passion and I’m lucky to have enjoyed success on this wonderful journey.”   Just like a super star she concludes by saying, ” Live and enjoy every moment as kya pata kal ho na ho! ”   Follow her work @pamsuriproductions

Yogum is a wellness consultant strongly believes,“Ageing is a process but healthy ageing is in our own hands”.   She has an experience as wellness advisor of 10+ years. As she says, “Wellness for me not just what we do for an hour. It inculcates mindfulness on and off what we do for leading to conscious living and healthier happier life. I have experienced this as a major shift in my outlook towards everyday things. Once you start becoming conscious of your mental, physical, emotional health, you will want to feed yourself and others with the ‘positive’ and avoid the ‘negative’. Therefore, wellness is for everyone and anyone.”   She is Expert in:   *Dedicated fitness professional with a passion for improving client health, wellness and quality of life. *Deliver fitness, weight loss and nutrition programs for youth, teens, adults and senior citizens that are fun, safe, extremely effective and tailored to individual needs/goals. *Body transformation specialist adapt in helping diverse populations achieve their fitness, weight loss and conditioning goals faster than they ever thought possible. *Work with clients to evaluate fitness levels, set goals, monitor progress and guide accordingly. She has strong client base all over India.  

“If you dream about something then go for it and success will automatically come your way”   When I was a child it was my dream to become something and acquire a higher education but due to the financial crisis I just completed my post graduation and got married at a very early age. After my marriage, I was engrossed into my family as then I was a mother of two daughters. Eventually I tried to fulfill my dream and being a woman I started teaching English to underprivileged girls at my home.   After that I started doing social work by working for NGOs like Pinkeshe Foundation which worked on menstrual hygiene and Consumer Rights Organization. Not only that I collect old clothes, food or anything useful and do distribution drives of my own. I organize drawing and debate competitions in government schools to promote ‘beti bachao, beti padhao’. Since childhood, I wanted to help people who are in need. I have tried to inherit this quality of mine in my daughters as well just like the way my parents did.   I have won awards from organizations like social impact award, women of worth award. Last year I finally got an opportunity and participated in Mrs. India Homemaker and crossed all the hurdles and won the title of MRS. INDIA HOMEMAKER INTERNATIONAL 2020 by god’s blessings.   So, I would like to conclude by saying that being a homemaker is not the end of your dreams. Please follow your dreams in every situation of life no matter what. “Where there is a will, there is a way.”  

Meetali is a certified Image Consultant & Pageant Coach, Etiquette Coach and celebrity stylist and have trained more than 500 people in various online and offline pageant and fashion shows.   She is a winner of Style Yourself Confident 2019 where was awarded by Mrs Universe Sushmita Sen & had a grooming session with her.   Certified Image Consultant Etiquette Coach Celebrity Stylist (currently styling for Renowned Bollywood singer Ankit Tiwari for upcoming music reality show IMPL for zee TV) Pageant Groomer  for Miss/Mrs Iconic Diva KJM dreams season 1 , Groomer for Miss /Mrs Queen of South Mumbai season 2 Groomer for Be bold women season 2 Groomer for Miss /Mrs Brainy Beauty season 2 Jury in hunnar fashion Show Recently awarded as most inspiring women award organised by Vishwa Hindi Academy where the award was given by Smitha Thakrey ji. Groomer for Starlet Mrs and Miss Maharashtra Official Groomer in Sari Naari season 1 Official Groomer for KJM dreams season 2 Official Groomer for Mrs/Miss Glamorous India season 2 Groomer for Mrs India  Queen   She Grooms people to become the best version of themselves.  

“Dream big, believe in it and make it happen (create)” Since childhood I was fascinated by crowns, as we all are being told princess stories. So, I just wanted to have my own crown. I applied for Miss India while I was in class 12th, got shortlisted and was called to Mumbai for level 2, but by that time board exams dates were out so everything got vanished from my mind and I got busy in exams and then college, then job. After that I got married and had my baby. Suddenly, one day while surfing net I don’t know how there was a adventure for Mrs India world. Unconsciously, I just applied and got shortlisted among thousands of applications and was called for the auditions. By God’s grace my husband supported in this and was by my side throughout my journey. I cleared my auditions and left for Mumbai for training. God blessed me here also by giving best of the mentors: Ramp walk training by Alsesia Raut(coco berry) Communication By Anjali Raut Acting Training (Anupam Kher Academy) Fitness training by Shivoham and Mind training- Vrida Rai Learnt a lot from Mrs World Alice Lee Finally my dream came true as I became finalist for Mrs India world, Now I am an Actor, Model, Speaker, Educationist and most importantly Mother to a toddler . I have done Modeling assignments, judge in various pageants, and brand ambassador for many events. Manzile unhi ko milti, jinke sapno me jaan hoti hai Sirf pankho se kuch nahi hota Dosto Honslo se udaan hoti hai

Sugandha Malhotra, a pretty face with an enormous cooking talent, has been helping ladies bring about mesmerizing aroma in their dishes with her range of preservative-free premix masalas.   Every cook wants to bring a dish to the table, which can make an everlasting impression with its taste. Well, Sugandha, with her brand “Amashaa Masala” makes this dream come true. A range of premix masalas, Amashaa Masala carries the power to bring that wonderful cooking aroma in your kitchen and that too with just a pinch. However, the journey has not been easy! It has taken a lot of dedication and effort on Sugandha’s part to get the name of her brand brightened up in the skies of spices. Her range of masalas includes non-preservative masala, premixes, ready-to-cook masalas, with each of them being roasted and possessing a shelf life of 11 months. But the list does not end here only as Sugandha is getting ready with her new arm of organic masalas to be launched in the month of January. Well, as they say, that every successful person has some obstacle as a dedication, Sugandha is no exception to this rule! Suffering from SLE medical condition, Sugandha was confined within her home with a very low immunity quotient. But this did not deter her from achieving her dreams and with effective support from her family members, especially her husband, and she strove hard to make herself a brand name. So, what makes her marquee “Amashaa Masala” different from the crowd? Well, this brand is a perfect example of ‘vocal for local’ initiative as started by the honorable Prime Minister of India, Mr. Narendra Modi. Sugandha’s masalas have witnessed enormous success during the recent lockdown period, and the journey is still ongoing! After all, it has the secret ingredient of Sugandha’s strong resolve to make it big in the catering world. So, get aside and cheer for the queen of spices with her enthralling range of Amashaa Masalas!