Advertising Club Madras unveils shortlist for MADDYS 2026

New Delhi: The Advertising Club Madras has announced the shortlist for the 44th edition of PEPS presents MADDYS 2026, with 329 entries making the cut from national and international submissions. The shortlisted work was selected through a judging process led by six jury chairs and 23 industry professionals from advertising, media, design, digital, film, and brand communications. The process was overseen by Gokul Krishnamoorthy, Honorary Jury Convenor and Process Auditor. Among the agencies with the highest number of shortlisted entries this year are Be Positive 24 Innovation Design, Happy Unicorn Creative Communication, Digitally Inspired Media, The Sight Media, and Mind Your Language! Commenting on the shortlist, Surej Salim, President, Advertising Club Madras, said, "MADDYS has always brought together the best work, from independent boutiques to large networks, where ideas win purely on merit. That's what gives this platform its credibility. Looking at this year's shortlist, it's evident that great ideas can come from anywhere. We're excited to welcome the industry to Chennai this July to celebrate the finest work from India and around the world and create an opportunity for all of us to learn from the very best." Kavitha Srinivasan, Secretary, Advertising Club Madras, added, "The quality and diversity of this year's shortlisted work is a testament to the growing stature of MADDYS. We thank our Jury Chairs and jurors for their commitment to a thorough and transparent judging process and congratulate every agency that has made it to the shortlist." The winners of MADDYS 2026 will be announced at the awards ceremony on July 25 at Feathers – A Radha Hotel, Chennai.