Dill Mill Gayye fame Pankit Thakker responds after advertising company files complaint against him
'Dill Mill Gayye' fame Pankit Thakker has broken his silence regarding the recent issue involving a complaint lodged by an advertising agency against him. A complaint has been filed against actor Pankit Thakker currently seen in TV show, Saru and a notice has been issued to him by the Advertising Standards Council of India (ASCI).
The complaint against Thakker is related to his recent ad campaign, which some have alleged is misleading or deceptive. While details about the complaint are still emerging, According to reports, the actor has been given 7 days to respond to the complaint. Failure to do so may lead to further action, which could potentially impact his reputation and future endorsement deals.
When we reach out to the actor, he confirmed and added, "I shot for the D247 gaming app ad film.
Upon receiving a complaint from the Advertising Standards Council of India, I'm consulting my legal team and will fully cooperate with the process. I will do whatever is required to address the concerns regarding potential violations of laws in the advertisement."
Pankit Thakker stepped into the world of OTT with his debut film Moh Maaya, directed by Ankush Bhatt. Reflecting on his first digital venture, Pankit had earlier expressed, "It's a challenging role, I'm enjoying the process of bringing this character to life.
This is a lead role, and I see this film as an opportunity. I love exploring new characters and bringing their stories to life. I think it's all about understanding the character's motivations and backstory.
I try to connect with their emotions and experiences and then bring that to life on screen. This helps me manage to fully inhabit my characters and make them unique and memorable."
Pankit Thakker has made a name for himself with notable roles in several popular television shows, including Kabhii Sautan Kabhii Sahelii, Dill Mill Gayye, Bahu Hamari Rajni Kant, Aapki Nazron Ne Samjha, and Bohot Pyaar Karte Hai, among others.
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