Bollywood actor Pankaj Tripathi gained a lot of recognition and fan following with his roles in Mirzapur, Gangs of Wasseypur, Mimi, and more.
As the actor touched success with his shows, a lot of brands approached him for endorsements.
After major brands wanted to lock in Pankaj Tripathi, the actor refused to sign deals because he feels he has a moral responsibility towards his fans and society.
His characters like Kaleen Bhaiyya (‘Mirzapur’), Sultan (‘Gangs of Wasseypur’), and Rudra (‘Stree’) have gained a lot of fame amongst the audience and the actor only agrees to endorse brands that he uses and only those products that are approved by the governing body.
As per report, he says, “I am an actor not a salesman. I am also a responsible citizen of my country. What I do or say is heard by millions in my country today. Why would I do something just for the sake of it? I have been very true to my craft and as a public figure I want to be true to my fans and followers as well.”
Maintaining his firm stance that stems from a strong set of ethics, the actor adds, “These are the people who watched my films, appreciated my roles, and made me who I am today. It is my ethical responsibility to endorse only those products I use in personal capacity or those that are not harmful to society in any manner. The thing is, it is very easy to get lured in this glittering world. But my upbringing hasn’t let me slip and I owe this to my solid background.”
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