Updated On: 24 October, 2025 04:58 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Piyush Pandey was an advertising professional and Executive Chairman India of Ogilvy. He is the recipient of the LIA Legend Award and the Padma Shri award. He is credited with shaping a distinct indigenous influence on Indian advertising that was earlier under the influence of western advertising and ideas

Piyush Pandey
Advertising legend Piyush Pandey, who gave Indian advertising its distinct character, passed away at the age of 70. Filmmaker Hansal Mehta, actress Smriti Irani and musician Ehsaan Noorani mourned the loss of the trailblazer who shaped Indian advertising.
Pandey's sister Ila Arun took to Instagram to confirm the news of his demise.