Kareena Kapoor on her appointment as UNICEF India National Ambassador: ‘A very emotional day for me…’

Bollywood star Kareena Kapoor has shared her joy and appreciation on social media after being selected as the UNICEF India National Ambassador. The talented actress, known for her recent role in The Crew, surprised her fans with this exciting news. She took to Instagram to reveal that she has added yet another achievement to her list by joining forces with @unicefindia. In a heartfelt post, accompanied by a photo of herself, she expressed gratitude for the opportunity and reaffirmed her dedication to advocating for child rights and equality for all children through UNICEF. She will play Avni (Bajirao Singham’s (Ajay Devgn) wife in Rohit Shetty’s much-anticipated film Singham Again. A new look from the film was released earlier. Avni will be the wife of Bajirao Singham (Ajay Devgn) in the movie. For the uninitiated, Kareena Kapoor played Avni Bajirao Singham, the wife of Bajirao Singham (Ajay Devgn) in the movie.

Directed by Rohit Shetty, the third instalment of the Singham franchise, Singham Again, boasts a star-studded cast including Ranveer Singh, Deepika Padukone, Akshay Kumar and Tiger Shroff. Fans can expect to catch this much-anticipated film in theatres on Independence Day in 2024. In addition to her successful acting career, Kareena Kapoor has recently taken on the role of Unicef India’s National Ambassador. This new title is a meaningful achievement for Kapoor, who has been involved with the organization as a Celebrity Advocate since 2014. At her appointment ceremony, Kareena delivered an emotional speech that left her in tears. Taking to Instagram on May 4, Kareena expressed her gratitude for the new role and shared her excitement to continue advocating for child rights and creating a brighter future for all children. She also reflected on her long-term collaboration with Unicef India, describing it as a rewarding and enlightening experience.

She expressed, “Today has been a deeply meaningful day for me. I am incredibly grateful and humbled to have been chosen as the UNICEF India National Ambassador. My involvement with @unicefindia for the past decade has been incredibly rewarding and enlightening. I take great pride in our collective efforts towards promoting and safeguarding the rights of all children, and I remain fully committed to being an advocate for them.” She ended her message by recognizing the dedicated team dedicated to advancing women’s and children’s rights in India. Kareena reiterated her unwavering dedication to this cause and eagerly anticipated future collaborations with UNICEF, stating, “I would like to extend a special thank you to all those tirelessly striving for the rights of women and children throughout the nation. Your work continues to inspire me every day, and I am excited for our continued partnership,” she concluded. Upon being appointed, Kareena emphasized the significance of protecting children’s rights, stressing that they represent the next generation. She pledged to utilize her influence to speak up for vulnerable children, specifically focusing on topics such as early childhood development, education, and gender equality. Kareena reaffirmed her belief that every child deserves a fair chance at a bright future.

Speaking out on the importance of children’s rights, particularly in areas such as early childhood, education, and gender equality, Kareena Kapoor expressed her honor in continuing her role as India’s National Ambassador for UNICEF. She is committed to using her voice and influence to advocate for vulnerable children and their rights. As she believes that every child deserves a fair chance at a future, she will work tirelessly to support this cause. On the professional front, Kareena was rumored to play a pivotal role in Yash’s upcoming film Toxic. However, due to conflicting schedules with Yash’s dates, it has been confirmed that Kareena will no longer be a part of the project. Sources revealed that the film requires a top actress for an important sister role, and efforts were made to adjust the schedule but ultimately it did not work out. The producers are now looking for an actress with nationwide appeal for the role.

On Saturday, UNICEF India announced that actress Kareena Kapoor would serve as its new National Ambassador. The talented star has been working with the organization since 2014 and will continue to support their mission of promoting children’s rights to early childhood development, health, education, and gender equality. Previously, Kareena had served as a Celebrity Advocate for UNICEF India. In a statement, the 43-year-old shared her passion for advocating for children and stated her dedication to using her platform to support the most vulnerable. She believes that every child deserves a fair chance at a happy childhood and a bright future. Additionally, UNICEF India also appointed four youth advocates from different regions to address important issues such as disability inclusion, climate action, mental health, and STEM education. These young advocates are part of UNICEF’s global program and join over 93 others who are actively creating positive change for children worldwide.