Hyundai ropes in Mirzapur fame Pankaj Tripathi as new brand ambassador

Hyundai Motor India has announced popular actor Pankaj Tripathi as its latest brand ambassador, further expanding its star-studded roster. Known for his performance on the silver screen and popular TV shows like Mirzapur, Tripathi has associated with the brand and aims to deepen Hyundai’s emotional connection with Indian consumers.The actor, who revealed that his first car was a Hyundai, expressed a personal bond with the brand, citing shared values of trust, simplicity, and sincerity. "This partnership goes beyond endorsement, it's a journey rooted in shared stories and values," Tripathi said.Welcoming him, Tarun Garg, Whole-Time Director and COO at HMIL, said the actor's image aligns well with Hyundai’s vision of ‘Progress for Humanity’. “At HMIL, we celebrate stories of progress and inspiration. We are delighted to welcome Pankaj Tripathi to the HMIL family. His grounded persona, exceptional talent and widespread appeal resonate with the values of HMIL. Together, we aim to drive deeper emotional connections with our diverse customer base across India” Garg added.Tripathi now joins Hyundai’s ambassador lineup, which already features Shah Rukh Khan, Deepika Padukone along with Hardik Pandya, who endorses the Hyundai Exter. Besides that, the company had also partnered with cricketers Smriti Mandhana, Jemimah Rodrigues, Shafali Verma, and Yastika Bhatia.Hyundai Motor India currently has a wide portfolio in India, with its presence in several segments. Some of the widely popular models include the Creta, i20, Verna and more. Stay tuned to TOI Auto for latest updates on the automotive sector and do follow us on our social media handles on Facebook, Instagram and X.