SMIRNOFF LEMON POP PARTNERS WITH MIXMAG, UNVEILING THE POWER OF INCLUSIVITY AND DIVERSITY FOR SEASON 2 OF THE LAB IN INDIA

~Bringing Electrifying Dance Music Events to Mumbai, Bangalore, Gurgaon, Goa, Hyderabad, Kolkata, and Indore

MUMBAI, 4^th November 2024: Smirnoff, in partnership with MixMag, is thrilled to announce the launch of Season 2 of ‘The Lab’, Mixmag's celebrated global DJ streaming series. This season promises a series of electrifying events across multiple cities in India, including Mumbai, Bangalore, Gurgaon, Goa, Hyderabad, Kolkata, and Indore. The Lab will continue its tradition of delivering unforgettable dance music experiences, showcasing an exceptional lineup of both Indian and international talent with a strong focus on inclusivity and diversity.

This collaboration is part of the Smirnoff Project’s "We Do We" campaign, which champions collective unity and celebrates diversity. By fostering a sense of togetherness and celebrating individuality through music, The Lab embodies the core values of the "We Do We" campaign. Smirnoff aims to inspire and unite people from all walks of life, transcending cultural and geographical boundaries to create a more inclusive music scene.

" At Smirnoff, we’re all about vibing with diversity and inclusivity through our 'We Do We' campaign! Teaming up with The Lab is a major move, mixing music and creativity to bring everyone together. With MixMag in the mix, we’re pumped to turn the spirit of 'We Do We' into a reality, creating a space where everyone can connect and celebrate through the ultimate universal language: music!” says Aparna Deshmukh, Vice President – Premium Portfolio Head, Diageo India.

This collaboration offers a unique opportunity for Smirnoff to connect with a broad and diverse audience through a high-energy music platform that resonates with the brand's values of inclusivity and unity. It also reinforces the brand's commitment to celebrating individuality while fostering collective unity.

About Diageo India

Diageo India is among India’s leading beverage alcohol (alcobev) companies with an outstanding portfolio of premium brands. A subsidiary of Diageo Plc., it is listed in India on both the National Stock Exchange (NSE) and Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) as United Spirits Limited (USL).

Headquartered in Bengaluru, Diageo India has one of the largest manufacturing footprints in alcobev with 36 facilities across India. It manufactures, sells and distributes Johnnie Walker, Black Dog, Black & White, VAT 69, Antiquity, Signature, The Singleton, Royal Challenge, McDowell’s No1, Smirnoff, Ketel One, Tanqueray, Captain Morgan and Godawan, an artisanal single malt whisky from India, bringing together global expertise and local pride to deliver innovative, world-class products and experiences to consumers. With a strong focus on driving a positive impact on society, Diageo India has been working on collective action to improve livelihoods, championing Grain to Glass sustainability, responsible consumption and nurturing the alcobev ecosystem, to contribute to India’s growth agenda. 

For more information about Diageo India, our people, our brands, and our performance, visit us at www.diageoindia.com. Visit Diageo’s global responsible drinking resource, http://www.DRINKiQ.com, for information, initiatives, and ways to share best practices.

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