Some Bollywood celebs are not only famous for glitz and glamour. But also for other cause. Because many use their fame to champion causes that make a real difference. From healthcare to environmental protection, these celebrities are setting examples by supporting various social initiatives. Here’s a closer look at the celebs who are taking initiative for wonderful cause.
Priyanka Chopra: Child Rights at an International Level
Very recently, worldwide publications described Priyanka Chopra as one true international superstar and actres. She has been a Goodwill Ambassador of UNICEF. But for the relentless giving and advocating for the rights of children, education and gender equality she struggles. Priyanka also manages her own named Priyanka Chopra Foundation for Health and Education for underprivileged children. Her efforts show just how much she would do to make sure every child is given the better future they deserve.
Papon: Global Joy Exchange
The gifted singer Papon serves as the international brand ambassador for Smile Asia. It is a charitable organization that work towards aiding children born with defects in their face including cleft lips and palates. His contribution does not only stop here. Papon actively promotes improved surgical care standards worldwide. Currently representing Smile Asia in 20 countries, including India, he’s was able to give thousands of children a reason to smile.
Amitabh Bachchan: The Voice of India’s Health Campaigns
From propagating health messages to becoming the ambassador of Polio Eradication Campaign, it is Amitabh Bachchan who has been identified to be having a large involvement in participating India’s health awareness programs. His association with polio campaign has educated a massive number of people resulting into eradication of polio in India. In addition to that he has being involved in social causes such as campaigning for tuberculosis and education of the girl child.
Shah Rukh Khan: Championing Women’s Rights and Healthcare
Shahrukh through his Meer supports acid attack survivors and underprivileged women. He also supports the development in fields such as health, children’s rights. The foundation has made a significant impact on improving water availability and farming practices.
Alia Bhatt: Protecting Nature and Animals
Alia Bhatt owns an animal right and environment save organization known as Coexist. She still takes up environmental conservation by advocating the use of friendly products on the environment and encouraging the youth to take an extra step in handling animals and the environment. Through Coexist, Alia emphasizes the importance of living in harmony with nature.
Deepika Padukone: Breaking the Stigma Around Mental Health
The celebrity`s own experience of depression was the reason for Deepika Padukone to start The Live Love Laugh Foundation. It is an organization whose mission is to fight against mental health illness, advocate for change and support people with these conditions. Many young girls have succeeded in coming out and help themselves and talk about mental health issues because of Deepika..
Sonu Sood: A Real-Life Hero
Sonu Sood was that beacon of hope in the middle of the COVID 19 crisis where he helped in arranging transport and essentials to the stranded migrants. They too have escalated over the years now that he has shifted his focus to humanitarianism especially in the health sector, employment as well as educational sector for the affected group. Hard work of Sonu makes him loved personality among millions of people.
Anushka Sharma: A Voice for Wildlife and Animals
Anushka Sharma still supports animals rights and wildlife conservation. Some of the campaign she has participated in are Save the Tiger and encourages the adoption of animals and their welfare. Her initiatives are associated with safeguarding wildlife and promoting love and respect to animals from the people.
Aamir Khan: Fighting for Water Conservation
Kiran Rao’s husband Aamir Khan has also founded for his wife the non-governmental organization called Paani Foundation, which is engaged in the replenishment of water in the drought-stricken regions of Maharashtra. The ideas of consuming water that the foundation provides to the villagers combined with the knowledge has a massively helped to preserve water and farming throughout the region.
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