Asia
Sharmilee Daru PR launches gaming division, ‘4WD Gaming’ to lead brands targeting sector growth
The first of its kind, 4WD Gaming will focus on PR & marketing for Indian as well as international brands across all categories of gaming
Sharmilee Daru PR, known for its contribution in the gaming space, most notably with Nazara Technologies Ltd., today announced the launch of its new specialized gaming division, 4WD Gaming to address the growing demand in the Indian gaming ecosystem. It will exclusively focus on gaming PR and marketing services for Indian and international brands. 4WD Gaming will encompass all categories of gaming and extend its services to brands in the space of content, talent management, esports, gamified education, game development, publishing, fantasy sports, skill based and real money gaming, Web3 & blockchain among others.
Sharmilee Daru PR has been a pioneer and worked with multiple gaming brands over the years, assisting them in navigating the market and media space. With a proficient set of people running it, the new division will be solely dedicated to the rising gaming industry. Apart from Nazara Technologies Ltd., the team’s portfolio consists of various gaming brands and IPs including Nextwave Multimedia of World Cricket Championship fame, Evenbet Gaming, HalaPlay, Trinity Gaming India, Sportskeeda and Nordanvind Investment Ltd. among others.
4WD Gaming aims to successfully launch brands and strengthen their presence in the existing gaming market. It will strategically ground brands by offering both tactical and long term communication strategies along with solid execution aimed at desired perception. 4WD Gaming will look to impact the bottom line, while adding value to companies, products and services. The offerings will include public relations, marketing, content & copywriting, creators, digital gaming events and more.
Given the exponential growth rate predicted at $5 billion by 2025* for the mobile gaming industry Sharmilee Daru, Founder, 4WD Gaming says, “It is thrilling to see so many innovative companies launching their new technology and gaming brands in the Indian gaming ecosystem. These companies are instrumental to the growth and mainstreaming of the industry and we at 4WD Gaming will help in the effective delivery of their brand ethos and consolidate their position in the rapidly growing ecosystem.”
Given the expected surge and potential opportunities the Indian industry holds, she further adds, “This seemed like the perfect time to launch the specialized division and we are excited to partner brands and deliver new experiences to fans and stakeholders, driving innovation in gaming communication.”
The founder, Sharmilee Daru has more than two decades of experience in the communication space. She has been instrumental in creating successful brands by providing guidance, training and strategic direction. From consulting with big names of the industry like RIL and HUL to emerging gaming startups, her experience as a communication advisor with a sharp eye for detail and strong domain knowledge has culminated into the inception of 4WD Gaming.
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The Asian Poker Tour has announced the cancellation of APT Manila 2025, which was scheduled to take place from May 30 to June 8, 2025, at the City of Dreams Manila.
The next scheduled APT tour stop following the upcoming APT Taipei 2025—running April 25 to May 4 with a TWD 70M (~USD 2.1M) guaranteed Main Event—will be the APT Incheon 2025; boasting a KRW 2.5M buy-in Main Event with a KRW 1.5B (~USD 1M) guarantee running August 1-10 at the Paradise Hotel & Resort.
This will be followed by the APT Jeju 2025, which boasts a KRW 2.6M buy-in Main Event with a KRW 2.2B (~USD 1.5M) prize pool guarantee and runs from September 26 to October 5 at Jeju Shinhwa World.
The 2025 APT poker schedule will conclude with the thrilling end of year APT Championship (APTC), which runs from November 14-30, 2025 at the Red Point Center’s brand new “Red Space” venue located in central Taipei.
The APTC Main Event boasts a massive TWD 165 million (~USD 5 million) prize pool guarantee – the largest the tour has ever offered.
Players can win their seat to this exciting TWD 350,000 (~USD 10,700) freezeout by competing in the tour’s three signature events—the APT Main Event, the APT High Roller and the APT Super High Roller—at each of the three remaining APT tour stops preceding the APTC.
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GOD55, a premier online gaming platform and leading operator in Southeast Asia, is proud to announce its partnership with Birmingham City Football Club as the club’s Official Asian Betting Partner.
Established in 2016, GOD55 has become one of the biggest and most trusted brands in the online gaming industry, offering a wide range of betting and entertainment options, including casino games, sports betting, and live dealer experiences. Leveraging cutting-edge technology, the platform provides users with seamless mobile and desktop access, real-time data integration, and high-quality streaming for live events.
As part of this exciting partnership, GOD55 has launched an exciting announcement film, filmed on location at Birmingham City’s St. Andrew’s @ Knighthead Park and Elite Performance Innovation Centre.
A spokesperson for GOD55 commented: “We are delighted to partner with Birmingham City, a club with a rich history and a dedicated global fanbase. This collaboration reflects our commitment to connecting with football enthusiasts and delivering an enhanced entertainment experience. Together, we aim to engage fans in innovative ways, celebrating the beautiful game while offering a world-class gaming platform for our users in Asia.”
Birmingham City also expressed their excitement about the partnership: “We’re thrilled to welcome GOD55 to the Birmingham City family as our Official Asian Betting Partner. This partnership highlights the club’s growing international appeal and provides an opportunity to further engage with our supporters in Asia. We look forward to working closely with GOD55 to achieve great things together.”
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FOMO7, a trusted name in online entertainment, has unveiled a massive update to its gaming platform with 46 exciting new Indian lottery games, giving players even more chances to win guaranteed prizes in addition to their regular winnings.
This new launch brings a diverse mix of India’s most beloved lottery formats, including:
• Kerala Lottery
• Speed Matka Lottery
• Daily Matka Lottery
• Dear Lottery
• Daily Pick3, Pick4 & Pick5 Lotteries
• Wingo Lottery
With minimum bets starting at just ₹6, draws are held as frequently as every minute, and scheduled daily, weekly, and at popular time slots like 8 AM, 9 AM, 5 PM, 8 PM and 10 PM, offering a dynamic and rewarding experience for both casual and seasoned players. Top winnings go up to ₹10 Crores, making this one of the most lucrative opportunities in the online lottery space today.
In addition to its rich selection of lottery games, FOMO7 offers a comprehensive gaming experience with casino games, sports betting, instant sports and classic live sports, catering to all kinds of online gaming enthusiasts.
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