Betting apps case: Actor Rana Daggubati clarifies on brand endorsement

Says says his endorsement was strictly limited to regions where online skill-based games were legally permitted

Hyderabad: Hours after the Miyapur police registered a case against several Tollywood actors and social media influencers for allegedly promoting online betting, actor Rana Daggubati said he entered into a contract with a company to act as a brand ambassador for skill-based games, which expired in 2017, and that his endorsement was strictly limited to regions where online skill-based games were legally permitted.

Daggubati’s legal team thoroughly reviews all partnerships before any agreements are made. After a careful legal review, he agreed to endorse the platform, ensuring full compliance with the law, a statement by the actor stated.

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“This press note is being issued to address any misconceptions and to confirm that Rana Daggubati’s endorsement of a legal and skill-based gaming platform was fully compliant with the law. It is essential to highlight these online games, have been recognised by the Supreme Court of India as distinct from gambling. The Court has ruled that these games are based on skill, not chance, and are therefore legally allowed,” it read.