PepsiCo India crowned Client of the Year at Goafest 2026 ABBYs with 31 wins

PepsiCo India led brand honors with 31 ABBY wins at Goafest 2026, while Leo India topped creative agency rankings. Publicis Groupe took network of the year; Enormous led independents. Show recognized 367 entries across 129 brands spanning creative, branded content and brand experience.

— Source publishedFri, 22 May, 2026, 23:13 IST·First seen Sat, 23 May, 2026, 17:48 IST·Source ET BrandEquity

What happened

At Goafest 2026 ABBY Awards, PepsiCo India was named Client of the Year with 31 wins. Leo India topped creative agency rankings; Publicis Groupe won network

Key facts

  • 27 Gold
  • 80 Silver
  • 122 Bronze
  • 138 Merit
  • 499 entries
  • 367 awarded
  • 129 brands

Why this matters

Leo India's top creative agency ranking and Enormous leading independents flag two distinct M&A lenses—network consolidation plays versus independent roll-ups in Indian adland.

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