Tamannaah Bhatia roped in as brand ambassador for KSDL

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23 May 2025, 00:53 GMT+10

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], May 22 (ANI): Actor Tamannaah Bhatia has been roped in as a brand ambassador for Karnataka Soaps and Detergents Limited (KSDL).

The Karnataka government's decision, however, sparked criticism from some quarters, with many questioning why a Kannada actor was not chosen to represent the iconic state-run brand. Following the backlash, Large and Medium Industries Minister MB Patil stated that 'the decision was made considering the actress's wide appeal, strong digital presence, and her ability to connect with the younger generation.'

'Our target is to reach Rs5,000 crore in sales by 2030, and in this context, a strong marketing strategy becomes vital. This appointment was made based on recommendations from marketing experts,' he highlighted.

'Other leading celebrities such as Deepika Padukone, Rashmika Mandanna, Pooja Hegde, and Kiara Advani were also considered. However, after evaluating factors like ongoing brand endorsements, availability, and associated costs, Tamannaah was selected for her strong pan-India appeal, reasonable engagement terms, and remarkable digital reach with over 28 million followers,' Patil said.

Meanwhile, on the acting front, Tamannaah will be seen sharing screen space with Sidharth Malhotra in folk thriller 'VVAN,' which is set to be released in theatres on May 15, 2026.

As per the makers, VVAN is set in the deep forests of Central India and is described as a mix of ancient legends, hidden temples, and adventure. It has been shot in real forest locations. (ANI)

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