Govind Namdev, known for his impactful roles in Indian cinema
Veteran actor Govind Namdev has expressed his disappointment in Hrithik Roshan for endorsing pan masala and gambling products. Namdev, known for his impactful roles in Indian cinema, revealed in an interview that he used to admire Hrithik Roshan a lot but was disheartened when he saw the actor participating in such advertisements.
He emphasized that celebrities have a significant influence on the public, especially the youth, and endorsing harmful products like pan masala and gambling can set a bad example.
Hrithik Roshan, who has featured in advertisements for brands like Signature Elaichi, is not the only Bollywood star to endorse such products. Other prominent actors, including Amitabh Bachchan, Shah Rukh Khan, and Akshay Kumar, have also faced backlash for promoting pan masala and tobacco products.
The Indian government has urged celebrities to refrain from endorsing these products due to their harmful health effects and the negative influence they can have on young audiences.
Namdev‘s criticism highlights the ongoing debate about the responsibility of public figures in choosing endorsements. While these endorsements are lucrative, they can also tarnish an actor’s image and potentially mislead their fanbase into unhealthy habits. Namdev’s stance is a call to action for celebrities to be more mindful of their influence and the messages they promote through their endorsements.
