{"id":1313491,"date":"2026-09-02T08:27:19","date_gmt":"2026-09-02T02:57:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/?p=1313491"},"modified":"2026-09-02T08:27:31","modified_gmt":"2026-09-02T02:57:31","slug":"shahrukh-khan-is-the-face-of-vis-new-brand-campaign","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/shahrukh-khan-is-the-face-of-vis-new-brand-campaign\/","title":{"rendered":"Shahrukh Khan Is The Face Of Vi’s New Brand Campaign"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

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Vi Gets a New Face and a New Identity<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Vodafone Idea, one of India\u2019s largest telecom operators, has brought Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan<\/strong> on board as the face of its new brand campaign. The move comes alongside a major refresh of the company\u2019s visual identity as Vi attempts to project a more energetic and ambitious image.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Shahrukh<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The new campaign is titled \u201cVi badal raha hai… tayaar rahiye\u201d<\/strong>, signalling the company\u2019s intention to position itself as a changing and evolving telecom brand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Vi Unveils a New Logo<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Along with announcing Shah Rukh Khan, Vodafone Idea has introduced a redesigned logo. The familiar yellow element has been moved from below the letter \u201ci\u201d to the top and transformed into a three-dimensional sphere.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The company says the new identity is more than a cosmetic logo change and represents the beginning of a broader evolution in how Vi engages with customers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The company is expected to roll out additional campaigns, strategic launches and new customer experiences in the coming weeks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why Shah Rukh Khan?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Shah Rukh Khan brings enormous recognition and reach across India, making him a powerful choice for a telecom brand looking to reconnect with consumers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Vi wants to associate the actor with qualities such as energy, ambition and optimism<\/strong> as it enters what the company describes as a new phase.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The partnership also gives the telecom operator an opportunity to generate attention around its broader turnaround efforts at a time when competition in India’s telecom market remains intense.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Vi Still Faces Major Financial Challenges<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The glamorous brand refresh comes against a difficult financial backdrop. Vodafone Idea continues to carry substantial statutory payment obligations despite receiving some relief following a reassessment of its adjusted gross revenue liabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The government is currently the company\u2019s largest shareholder, holding around 49%<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Vi\u2019s total statutory payment liabilities stood at approximately \u20b91.56 lakh crore as of June 30, 2026<\/strong>. The company is also required to make a payment of around \u20b99,259 crore to the Department of Telecommunications by June 2027<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A Brand Makeover Is Only the Beginning<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The company has been showing signs of improvement in customer additions and is also seeking funding for a major capital expenditure programme. However, rebuilding its network, improving customer experience and competing against much larger rivals will require substantial investment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Shah Rukh Khan can certainly bring attention to the brand, but the bigger test will be whether Vi can convert that renewed visibility into stronger customer loyalty, better services and sustainable financial performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Summary<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Vodafone Idea has appointed Shah Rukh Khan as the face of its new \u201cVi badal raha hai\u201d campaign while unveiling a redesigned logo. The branding exercise comes as the telecom operator attempts to strengthen its market position and attract investment despite major statutory payment obligations and ongoing financial challenges. The company\u2019s next challenge is turning the renewed brand image into lasting business growth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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