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Did you know 'Salaar' star Prabhas wanted to be a hotelier?

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Prabhas has served India with one of the biggest blockbuster franchises of this era with 'Baahubali: The Beginning' and 'Baahubali: The Conclusion' and we cannot imagine Prabhas not doing what he does for a living-acting. But did you know that if Prabhas was not an actor today, he would be doing something else? Well, this superstar would be a hotelier for his love of food.

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Prabhas is very fond of food, and he never hesitates in exploring food to any extent, which is why a hotelier would make an apt profession for him, if not acting. However, the dashing and handsome hunk appears to be, his disinterest in acting can come as a shocker to many. Before pursuing acting, Prabhas had a different career in mind. He aspired to work in the hotel industry. Prabhas is a serious gourmet in real life. He enjoys eating food that has been prepared at home. On the sets of his movies, he regularly brings home-cooked meals for everyone.


Meanwhile, on the work front, Prabhas will be seen in 'Salaar' which is all set to be released in 2023. Starring Prithviraj Sukumaran, Shruti Haasan and Jagapathi Babu next to Prabhas in the titular role, the film is a promising actioner! The film is written and directed by Prashanth Neel, and produced by Vijay Kiragandur under Hombale Films. Apart from 'Salaar', the 'Baahubali' star has four other pan-Indian films under his belt. These include 'Project K' opposite Deepika Padukone and 'Adipurush' with Kriti Sanon and Saif Ali Khan.

South celebs who rejected crores of ad money on moral grounds

It is quite common for film actors to do ad films, which are a huge source of income for them. But a few actors are not willing to star in them due to various reasons. They gave up crores of rupees to be a role model for their fans. Can't you believe that they actually gave up endorsements worth crores? Believe it or not, there are such actors too. On that note, let’s have a look at the Tollywood stars who refused to endorse brands for the society’s good.


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In 2020, several luxurious brands approached Prabhas to endorse them. The pan-India star rejected all of them because he feels it sends the wrong message to their fans since he doesn’t use them all. Do you know the worth of all brand endorsements he refused? Well, he could have earned Rs 150 crore in just a year, but the 'Baahubali' star chose not to endorse them as he wanted to set an example for the youngsters.


Prabhas, Kriti Sanon's 'Adipurush' teaser set to release on this date


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Just like his movies, stylish star Allu Arjun is said to be quite selective about the brands he endorses. The Pushpa star was offered a whopping Rs 10 crore deal to endorse a pan-masala advertisement. But, he rejected the offer. Saying no to such hefty amount is not easy. But the actor is conscious of his responsibility as a youth icon. As a public figure, he thought that he has to be more responsible in promoting the such products, as there are several people who look up to them and admire them.


Promo of God Father's first single 'Thaar Maar Thakkar Maar': Chiranjeevi, Salman Khan create mega mass destruction with their mass moves


Pic courtesy: Twitter

Actor Yash was recently offered a television commercial by a popular tobacco brand. However, the KGF actor refused to accept the offer as it would set a wrong precedent and would misguide his fans. According to sources close to the actor, he said no to the offer despite being offered a hefty sum as remuneration. Yash has been responsible when it comes to doing television commercials. The star actor does not personally consume tobacco. Hence, he doesn't want his fans to get inspired and start consuming the product.


Watch: 'Pushpa' actress Rashmika Mandanna nails her airport look in black crop top and baggy trousers


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While Tollywood actors have had no issues in endorsing fairness cream brands, Sai Pallavi is an actress who would like to make a clear exception. The diva refused to endorse a fairness cream back in 2019. The 'Love Story' actress refused Rs 2 crore deal. Known for her girl-next-door charm, impeccable dancing skills and remarkable performances, Sai Pallavi said that she has no obsession with fairness and every colour is beautiful.


Watch: Rashmika Mandanna's little fan dances to 'Saami Saami' song from 'Pushpa'. Actress shares video


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For the unversed, Nandamuri Balakrishna has also refused multiple commercial ad films. In an age where celebrity endorsements run parallel to the movie business, Balayya has not endorsed a single brand in his 48-year-old career, despite having starred in 100-plus movies. It must have costed him lots of money, but the Akhanda actor is very serious about sticking to his moral values just like his late legendary father Nandamuri Taraka Rama Rao.


Naga Shaurya, Anish R Krishna's 'Krishna Vrinda Vihari' title song launched


Pic courtesy: Twitter


South celebs who rejected crores of ad money on moral grounds

It is quite common for film actors to do ad films, which are a huge source of income for them. But a few actors are not willing to star in them due to various reasons. They gave up crores of rupees to be a role model for their fans. Can't you believe that they actually gave up endorsements worth crores? Believe it or not, there are such actors too. On that note, let’s have a look at the Tollywood stars who refused to endorse brands for the society’s good.


10 times Urvashi Rautela sparkled in shimmery dresses


Pic courtesy: Twitter

In 2020, several luxurious brands approached Prabhas to endorse them. The pan-India star rejected all of them because he feels it sends the wrong message to their fans since he doesn’t use them all. Do you know the worth of all brand endorsements he refused? Well, he could have earned Rs 150 crore in just a year, but the 'Baahubali' star chose not to endorse them as he wanted to set an example for the youngsters.


Prabhas, Kriti Sanon's 'Adipurush' teaser set to release on this date


Pic courtesy: Twitter

Just like his movies, stylish star Allu Arjun is said to be quite selective about the brands he endorses. The Pushpa star was offered a whopping Rs 10 crore deal to endorse a pan-masala advertisement. But, he rejected the offer. Saying no to such hefty amount is not easy. But the actor is conscious of his responsibility as a youth icon. As a public figure, he thought that he has to be more responsible in promoting the such products, as there are several people who look up to them and admire them.


Promo of God Father's first single 'Thaar Maar Thakkar Maar': Chiranjeevi, Salman Khan create mega mass destruction with their mass moves


Pic courtesy: Twitter

Actor Yash was recently offered a television commercial by a popular tobacco brand. However, the KGF actor refused to accept the offer as it would set a wrong precedent and would misguide his fans. According to sources close to the actor, he said no to the offer despite being offered a hefty sum as remuneration. Yash has been responsible when it comes to doing television commercials. The star actor does not personally consume tobacco. Hence, he doesn't want his fans to get inspired and start consuming the product.


Watch: 'Pushpa' actress Rashmika Mandanna nails her airport look in black crop top and baggy trousers


Pic courtesy: Twitter

While Tollywood actors have had no issues in endorsing fairness cream brands, Sai Pallavi is an actress who would like to make a clear exception. The diva refused to endorse a fairness cream back in 2019. The 'Love Story' actress refused Rs 2 crore deal. Known for her girl-next-door charm, impeccable dancing skills and remarkable performances, Sai Pallavi said that she has no obsession with fairness and every colour is beautiful.


Watch: Rashmika Mandanna's little fan dances to 'Saami Saami' song from 'Pushpa'. Actress shares video


Pic courtesy: Twitter

For the unversed, Nandamuri Balakrishna has also refused multiple commercial ad films. In an age where celebrity endorsements run parallel to the movie business, Balayya has not endorsed a single brand in his 48-year-old career, despite having starred in 100-plus movies. It must have costed him lots of money, but the Akhanda actor is very serious about sticking to his moral values just like his late legendary father Nandamuri Taraka Rama Rao.


Naga Shaurya, Anish R Krishna's 'Krishna Vrinda Vihari' title song launched


Pic courtesy: Twitter


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