Gajraj Rao salutes legend Piyush Pandey

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Actor Gajraj Rao honored advertising executive Piyush Pandey at a memorial service on Friday, following his death at age 70. Rao compared Pandey to General Sam Manekshaw and praised his grasp of Indian society and rural markets. The veteran performer said Pandey built strong connections with writers and clients through his approachable manner.

Pandey held the position of Executive Chairman and Chief Creative Officer Worldwide at Ogilvy when he died from complications related to an infection. Filmmaker Hansal Mehta and musician Ehsaan Noorani offered condolences and recognized his contributions to the industry. Ogilvy released a statement confirming his peaceful passing and acknowledged the profound loss felt by colleagues.

The Padma Shri recipient transformed Indian advertising through memorable campaigns that resonated with audiences across the country. His creative vision helped establish a distinct identity for marketing work produced in India. Industry professionals remembered him as an irreplaceable talent who led from the front on major projects.

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