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Watch Ranveer Singh in Britannia's AI campaign for NutriChoice with QR code scan

The brand has launched an AI-powered mixed reality smartphone camera that allows consumers to scan a QR code and experience a video from Ranveer Singh.

Britannia, a food and beverages company in collaboration with its partner agency, Mindshare, has announced an advancement in Brand Experience with the introduction of AI-powered mixed reality smartphone camera. The technology is built by Flam, AI-powered mixed reality content platform for marketing.

With this campaign, consumers will be able to scan the QR code on their smartphones leading to experiencing a video from Ranveer Singh within their smartphone camera experience. On scanning, the static image comes alive with a video that delivers the message that Britannia NutriChoice Digestive biscuit is the only digestive biscuit made with 100% atta and 0% Maida. This experience will soon be available at several retail touch points for consumers to experience, in addition to the print advertisement.

At the core of thiscampaign lies an AI-powered mixed reality camera, seamlessly integrated with an instant app activated via QR codes. Utilising image tracking in 3D space, the camera employs feature points to generate mixed-reality 3D content. With an operating speed of 60 frames per second, the camera ensures smooth video playback, even during image translation or rotation.

Amit Doshi, chief marketing officer, Britannia Industries, shared, "The application of technology in marketing is deepening and it is exciting to build such novel consumer experiences. Users can now immerse themselves through their phone camera, without the need for app downloads or webAR. It is truly rewarding to have partners like Mindshare, who powered this innovation and brought it to reality. Together, we are pushing the boundaries of creativity and technology to engage consumers in unexpected ways."

Amin Lakhani, CEO, Mindshare shared, "From personalised content experiences to real-time engagement opportunities, this AI-powered camera technology is set to transform how consumers perceive and interact with brands. Together, Britannia and Mindshare are not just disrupting the status quo; we're pioneering a new paradigm — one that empowers consumers, amplifies creativity, and unlocks limitless possibilities for brand engagement."

Shourya Agarwal, founder and CEO, Flam shared, “Our camera technology is engineered for effortless scalability, supporting billions of users and seamless compatibility across all devices. It delivers robust performance without requiring app downloads or web-based augmented reality. Our advanced AI-driven image recognition and tracking provide unmatched accuracy and efficiency. Starting with Mindshare and Britannia, we're bringing experiential advertisements that are not just seen, but something you engage & create shareable stories with - for the first time in India. This innovative platform opens up a world of user-generated content for forward-thinking brands, allowing them to harness the creativity of their audience."

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