“Sportsmen do not need Bollywood or film industry; they do not need publicity: it could be the other way round.”

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The quote argues that athletes already have enough public value and do not need support from the film industry to become noticed. It also suggests the attention may flow the other way, with film or Bollywood figures benefiting from association with sportsmen. The message is about respect for sports on its own terms.

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Originally said in English.

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About Gautam Gambhir

Indian former cricketer, politician and philanthropist

Gautam Gambhir is an Indian former international cricketer, politician, and philanthropist. He has also served as the head coach of the Indian cricket team. He is known for playing for India in all formats from 2003 to 2016, and for representing East Delhi in the 17th Lok Sabha from 2019 to 2024 as a member of the Bharatiya Janata Party. Gambhir has received the Padma Shri from the Government of India, which was awarded in 2019. His public profile spans sport, politics, and charitable work, and the summary notes his influence in Indian public life. His remarks are often associated with cricket and his work beyond the game.

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