Overview

• In a Game Changers YouTube interview, the producer said many celebrities at Wimbledon are there for pictures and “don’t know what tennis is all about.”
• Indian Express, News18 and Republic World published the comments on Sept. 6, noting the context of Janhvi Kapoor’s photographed visit to the tournament in July with Shikhar Pahariya.
• Kapoor framed his critique through past marketing examples, recalling Anil Kapoor doing the toss in character at Sharjah, commentary with Sunil Gavaskar, a helicopter landing, and Mr India merchandise.
• He added that he is developing films with Janhvi and Khushi Kapoor, signaling ongoing collaborations despite differing views on such appearances.
• Reports also point to Janhvi’s earlier sports-linked promotions, including attending cricket matches in 2024 for Mr and Mrs Mahi.