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Flipkart Group trumps Amazon in festive sales

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The e-commerce sector in the festive sale period between mid-October to November clocked $8.3 billion in gross merchandise value (GMV), up around 65% from the previous year. Flipkart Group including Myntra emerged as the leader, said management consulting firm Redseer.

Flipkart Group comprised 66% of the overall GMV clocked by e-commerce firms in the festive season. Last year, GMV clocked by e-commerce firms stood at $5 billion during the festive month.

This year’s festive sales also saw 88% customer growth from last year, as close to 40 million shoppers coming from Tier 2 and beyond cities bought on e-commerce platforms.

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Overall, 88 million shoppers purchased goods on e-commerce this festive season, with 55% coming from Tier 2 towns, and 45% from metros and Tier 1 cities.

Last year, close to 47 million shoppers bought from e-commerce during festive season sales.

Factors like presale awareness, pent up demand by customers, wide selection across categories, disruption of offline stores along with multiple credit and affordability constructs helped major e-commerce players to drive growth this festive season.

“One clear lesson from this festive season is that e-commerce has become more mainstream than ever. And it has proven that with the right assortment at the right prices which is delivered quickly in the safety of customer’s homes – the value proposition of e-commerce is very powerful.

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Thus, it is imperative for brands and sellers to shift their focus to online quickly and enable a seamless online experience for the customer in order to thrive in a post COVID world,” said Mrigank Gutgutia, director, e-commerce, RedSeer Consulting.

In the category mix, smartphones continued to dominate across all the products, with an increasing share of users from Tier 2 cities. With covid forcing individuals to work-from-home, even electronics and large appliances saw a jump, clocking 29% of the overall GMV, during this festive sale.

On the other hand, fashion took a minor hit during this festive sale as covid placed restrictions on ‘stepping out’ behaviour of consumers. GMV per customer also dropped to ₹6,600 from ₹7,450 in last festive season, Redseer added.

Earlier, Mint had reported that a total of 52 million shoppers flocked on e-commerce websites, in the first week of 2020 festive sales, with 57%, or 31 million customers coming from smaller cities and towns.

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Akshay Kumar wishes director Priyadarshan on birthday with Bhooth Bangla BTS pic: ‘Surrounded by ghosts…

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Akshay Kumar wishes director Priyadarshan on birthday with Bhooth Bangla BTS pic: ‘Surrounded by ghosts…

Akshay Kumar and Priyadarshan, the acclaimed Indian director, celebrated their 68th birthday on Instagram. Kumar, who has worked with Priyadarshan on several cult comedies of the early 2000s, wished him a happy birthday and called him a mentor. The duo is now back together for their upcoming horror-comedy, Bhooth Bangla.

The first poster of the movie has been released, and it is expected to hit theaters in 2025. Akshay Kumar wore a black fedora and a green jacket, layered over a black tee, and fans have expressed their excitement for their new movie.

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The duo’s dynamic and deep bonding have been praised by fans, who have expressed high anticipation for their new movie. The first poster of Bhooth Bangla has already been released, and the movie is expected to hit theaters in 2025.

Akshay Kumar, the versatile Bollywood actor, recently celebrated director Priyadarshan’s birthday by sharing a behind-the-scenes (BTS) photograph from their upcoming film, “Bhooth Bangla.” In the image, Akshay humorously captioned, “Surrounded by ghosts…” The photo features Akshay alongside Priyadarshan and co-actor Paresh Rawal, all dressed in traditional attire, with a black cat perched on Akshay’s shoulder, adding a whimsical touch to the scene.

Reunion After 14 Years

This collaboration marks a significant reunion between Akshay Kumar and Priyadarshan, who last worked together on the film “Bhool Bhulaiyaa” in 2007. Their partnership has been celebrated in the past for delivering successful comedies like “Hera Pheri” and “Garam Masala.” Fans have eagerly anticipated their return to the big screen together, and “Bhooth Bangla” promises to be a delightful addition to their repertoire.

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About ‘Bhooth Bangla’

“Bhooth Bangla” is a horror-comedy that blends elements of suspense with humor, a genre in which both Akshay Kumar and Priyadarshan have excelled. The film is produced by Balaji Telefilms Ltd in association with Cape of Good Films. The motion poster released earlier this year features Akshay Kumar in a suit, with a cat on his shoulder, licking milk slyly, setting the tone for the film’s intriguing and humorous premise.

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Anticipation and Fan Reactions

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The BTS photo shared by Akshay Kumar has generated excitement among fans, who are eager to see the trio back together on screen. The playful caption and the presence of the black cat suggest that “Bhooth Bangla” will offer a mix of thrills and laughs, staying true to the successful formula of their previous collaborations.

As the release date for “Bhooth Bangla be a significant highlight in the upcoming entertainment lineup. The reunion of Akshay Kumar, Priyadarshan, and Paresh Rawal, combined with the intriguing premise and the playful BTS moments, has set high expectations among audiences. Fans can look forward to a cinematic experience that promises both chills and chuckles.

For a visual glimpse into the making of “Bhooth Bangla,” you can watch the following video Akshay Kumar expressed his gratitude as they once again united for their upcoming movie Bhooth Bangla. This marks a new chapter in their long-standing collaboration since the 2000s. He shared a picture from behind the scenes of their new movie, where it seems like they are laughing about something.

Akshay wrote,”Happy Birthday, Priyan Sir! What better way to celebrate than by spending the day on a haunted set, surrounded by ghosts…both real and unpaid extras? Thank you for being a mentor, and the only person who can make chaos look like a masterpiece. May your day be filled with fewer retakes. Wishing you a fantastic year ahead!”

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