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Akshay Kumar’s latest advertisement with Shah Rukh Khan and Ajay Devgn for pan masala brand Vimal has once again sparked controversy. For the unversed, Akshay stepped down as the brand ambassador of Vimal last year due to criticism from his fans. However, with his recent ad, fans are now accusing him of hypocrisy. As the news gained steam, Akshay has come forward to clarify the situation. He explained that the advertisement was actually shot in 2021 and provided a brief explanation about the legal allowance to run ads that were already filmed until the end of the next month.
Taking to his X (formerly Twitter) handle, Akshay hit back at a publication which wrote ‘Akshay Kumar returns as the ambassador of Vimal Pan Masala’. Akshay said in the statement, “‘Returns’ as ambassador? Here’s some fact check for you Bollywood Hungama, if by chance you are interested in things other than fake news. These ads were shot on 13th October, 2021. I have not had anything to do with the brand ever since I publicly announced the discontinuation of the endorsement. They can legally run the already shot ads till the end of next month. Chill and do some real news.”
Akshay had previously offered his apologies to all his fans and well-wishers. He mentioned that their reactions had deeply impacted him and clarified that he had not endorsed and would not endorse tobacco.
He had said, “With all humility, I step back. I have decided to contribute the entire endorsement fee towards a worthy cause. The brand might continue airing the ads till the legal duration of the contract that is binding upon me, but I promise to be extremely mindful in making my future choices. In return I shall forever continue to ask for your love and wishes.”
On the work front, Akshay was recently seen in the film Mission Raniganj opposite Parineeti Chopra.
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