A powerful voice in Indian public life, the actor’s association brings energy, visibility and a renewed focus to para-athletics in India. As Brand Ambassador, she will champion the values of resilience, inclusion, and excellence — the very ethos of the Championships.
Sharing her thoughts on this new role, Kangana said: “India’s para-athletes are rewriting what is possible every single day. I am deeply honored to support them and help raise awareness about their incredible achievements. Para sport is not just about competition — it is about courage, and I am proud to stand behind our champions.”
The Paralympic Committee of India believes that Ms. Ranaut’s voice will significantly amplify public engagement with para sports and inspire the next generation of athletes and fans across the country.
Devendra Jhajharia, President of PCI and a two-time Paralympic gold medalist, remarked: “We are thrilled to have Kangana-ji on board. Her passion, influence and commitment to India’s athletes make her a perfect ambassador for the New Delhi 2025 World Para Athletics Championships.”
The New Delhi 2025 World Para Athletics Championships will welcome athletes from over 100 countries and is poised to be the biggest para-sporting event ever hosted by India. With Kangana support, PCI aims to “Bring para sports into every Indian home, school, and heart.”
Kangana, now the BJP Member of Parliament from Mandi, Himachal Pradesh, her home district, is the recipient of four National Film awards and four Filmfare awards, and has featured six times in Forbes India’s Celebrity 100 list. In 2020, the Government of India honored her with the Padma Shri, the country’s fourth-highest civilian award.
Having made her film debut in 2006 with Gangster, Kangana is also a producer under her banner of Manikarnika Films and also writer and director. She has played three real-life personae—Rani Laxmibai, film star and politician Jayalalitha and Indira Gandhi as well. Her biggest hits are Tanu Weds Manu Returns (2015), the sequel to her hit Tanu Weds Manu (2011), and Queen (2014). She has also starred in the occasional Tamil and Telugu film.
(Used under special arrangement with NIT)
