As police take action against celebrities endorsing online betting apps, several actors have begun addressing their involvement. While acknowledging past promotions, they emphasize that only legally approved platforms were endorsed. Following statements from Prakash Raj and Vijay Deverakonda, actor Rana Daggubati’s PR team has now issued a clarification.
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Association with Skill-Based Gaming Platforms
According to his PR team, Rana Daggubati has only been associated with skill-based gaming platforms. They stated that his agreement with a particular company ended in 2017 and reaffirmed that he has endorsed only platforms that comply with legal regulations.
The statement further emphasized that Rana’s legal team conducts thorough due diligence before entering any endorsements, ensuring complete compliance with Indian laws.
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Legal Distinction Between Gaming and Gambling
His PR team cited a Supreme Court ruling, which classifies skill-based online gaming as legal and differentiates it from gambling. They reiterated that Rana has never been associated with any illegal betting platform and that his endorsements adhere strictly to regulatory guidelines.