Akshay Kumar issues apology and steps down as the brand ambassador of tobacco farm

Akshay Kumar was recently seen in an advertisement of elaichi for a brand that also makes tobacco. He received backslash and was trolled for endorsing a tobacco brand. The actor has now issued an apology and has pledged to donate his endorsement fee in charity. Taking to Twitter, Akshay wrote, “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.”

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