Thiruvananthapuram, Nov 30 (UNI) India’s leading pharmaceutical company Mankind Pharma has announced Malayalam megastar Mohanlal as their corporate brand ambassador by continuing its association with him.

The goal of the ambassadorship is to drive visibility for Mankind Pharma and its efforts to reach the masses in south through Mohanlal and providing them quality and affordable medicine, a release said here on Monday.

The megastar’s mass appeal, constant reinvention and hard work, has garnered him Five National Awards for films from Government of India and six State Awards for Best Actor from the Kerala Government.

Speaking of the partnership, Mohanlal, who has starred in over 400 movies, said "I am glad to partner with Mankind Pharma as their corporate brand ambassador.

The Pharma company truly represents the spirit of Atmanirbhar Bharat and has touched upon the lives of people living in the remotest part of the country. I am honored to be associated with Mankind Pharma and we are hoping to serve the society together,” he added.

Speaking on the occasion, Rajeev Juneja, CEO of Mankind Pharma said, "Mankind Pharma has been recognizing the real heroes of our society and we really wanted to associate with a familiar face who is a changemaker.

Mohanlal is a real fit as the corporate brand ambassador for Mankind Pharma, we believe in giving back to the society through our CSR activities and thereby lending a helping hand to the ones in need."

"On the other hand, Mohanlal has never shied away from social causes and has been part of several public safety campaigns. Together we will continue to help our society and take steps towards making our nation, Atmanirbhar,” Mr Juneja added.

The Pharma company known for its immense reach in rural and semi urban parts of India has benefited the nation and that has helped the company grow and ranks the fourth largest in Indian pharmaceutical industry, as per IQVIA in October 2020.

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