Akshay Kumar steps down as tobacco brand ambassador after backlash, says ‘I am sorry’

Akshay Kumar was recently trolled for his association with a pan masala brand.

After facing many backlash from his fans, the actor has now announced that he will no longer be the ambassador of the tobacco brand he had signed up for.

Akshay Kumar made the announcement by issuing a statement on social media at midnight on Thursday, April 21. He even apologised to his fans.

AKSHAY KUMAR STEPS BACK AS AMBASSADOR OF TOBACCO BRAND
Akshay Kumar was the latest Bollywood star to join the pan masala brand promos for their cardamom products after Shah Rukh Khan and Ajay Devgn.

It is a brand that also sells tobacco products. His decision was not well received by fans. Akshay has now apologised to his fans with a note on Instagram. He also stepped back as the ambassador of the brand.

His note read, “I am sorry. I would like to apologise to you, all my fans and well-wishers. Your reaction over the past few days has deeply affected me. While I have not and will not endorse tobacco, I respect the outpouring of your feelings in light of my association with Vimal Elaichi. With all humility, I step back (sic).”

The Bollywood actor also announced that he has decided to contribute the entire endorsement fee towards a worthy cause. He added, “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 (sic).”