Archive · 16 Aug 2025
Prasoon Joshi on AI's Impact and Brand Authenticity
Prasoon Joshi, a key figure in advertising, talks about how brands should use AI and creativity.
He thinks AI is a tool that uses human ideas to make things better.
He says that real creativity comes from humans, who can think in new and surprising ways.
For brands to succeed, they need to understand different cultures.
Joshi shared how a Coca-Cola ad used a local way of cooling drinks to connect with people.
Now, with many ways to see ads, brands need a strong message that stays the same everywhere.
He believes that building a brand’s values and having a positive impact helps it last longer and gain more value.
Prasoon Joshi discusses the role of AI, culture, and creativity in branding.
Joshi believes AI enhances, rather than diminishes, human creativity by building upon existing human data.
He emphasizes the importance of understanding local culture for global brand resonance, citing the 'Coca-Cola Thanda' campaign as an example.
Joshi notes that in the age of fragmented media, brands need to maintain a central narrative across platforms.
He believes that building cultural equity and social impact leads to long-term brand building and value.
- Who
- Prasoon Joshi, chairman of McCann Worldgroup Asia Pacific and CEO & CCO of McCann Worldgroup India.
- What
- Prasoon Joshi discusses AI, culture, and creativity in branding and advertising.
- When
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- Where
- N/A
- Why
- To share insights on how brands can adapt and thrive in the changing landscape of advertising and media consumption.
Traditional Approach
AI-Driven Approach
AI and Creativity
Traditional Approach
Traditional agencies prioritize human creativity.
AI-Driven Approach
AI is a threat that will diminish human creativity.
- Key Figure
- Prasoon Joshi
- Role
- Chairman, McCann Worldgroup, Asia Pacific; CEO & CCO, McCann Worldgroup, India
- Main Focus
- Intersection of culture, commerce, and communication
- Core Belief
- Authenticity is a brand's most valuable currency
- Campaign Example
- 'Coca-Cola Thanda' campaign