Good news for all Ranveer Singh's fans; actor is now NBA brand ambassador for India
By Team Newsable | First Published Sep 30, 2021, 1:14 PM ISTThe Bollywood star Ranveer Singh has been named as the National Basketball Association (NBA) brand ambassador for India.
Today Ranveer Singh is on cloud nine as he will be now close to his childhood love. Yes, according to news, the National Basketball Association (NBA) brand ambassador for India. Ranveer said that he had loved basketball and the NBA since childhood.
In a statement post announcement, Ranveer said, "I have loved basketball and the NBA since my childhood and have always been fascinated with its influence on popular culture including music, fashion and entertainment."
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Now, Ranveer will be closely working with the NBA to help improve the league's profile in India during its 75th Anniversary Season in 2021-22.
has been named the National Basketball Association (NBA) Brand Ambassador for India! He will work with NBA to help grow the league’s profile throughout its landmark 75th Anniversary Season in 2021-22! Way to go RS! 👏 He is too cool! 🌟👑 pic.twitter.com/jNSkCtSIjg
— Upala KBR ❤ (@upalakbr999)The Gully Boy actor also said, "With the NBA tipping off its 75th season celebrations, there couldn't have been a better time to join forces with the league and support their efforts to grow basketball in the country."
It is said that Singh will be attending NBA All-Star 2022 in Cleveland, USA, where Ranveer will share BTS for social media content and meet/greet many NBA players and legends. In 2016, Ranveer had attended NBA All-Star in Toronto. He was seen sitting courtside at the NBA All-Star Game.
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The NBA Deputy Commissioner and COO Mark Tatum said: "A Bollywood icon and one of the most celebrated actors of his generation, Ranveer is also a dedicated NBA fan who is passionate about the league and its players. We're excited to work with Ranveer to engage with fans in India and around the world on a variety of platforms."
NBA Asia Executive VP and MD Scott Levy also talked about the actor," Ranveer is an ideal ambassador to headline the launch of NBA Style, our new Instagram handles that explores the intersection of basketball and culture."
Ranveer Singh’s 83, Jayeshbhai Jordaar are awaiting theatrical release. He is currently busy with Karan Johar's Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani with Alia Bhatt.
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