I am distressed to learn of Pan Bahar’s deceptive use of my image to endorse their pan masala: Pierce Brosnan

After much uproar and criticism over his most stylish Pan Bahar endorsement, actor Pierce Brosnan now comes up with his shocking reaction. A few days ago, Brosnan was spotted in Pan Bahar advertisement displaying his swift moves and stunts beside a beautiful lady as usual.

Putting forth his apology, Brosnan made it clear that he had no idea that the product he was endorsing was carcinogenic. The James Bond actor also demanded that the company remove his image from all their products.

In an exclusive statement to PEOPLE magazine, Brosnan said “As a man who has spent decades championing women’s healthcare and environmental protection, I was distressed to learn of Pan Bahar’s unauthorized and deceptive use of my image to endorse their range of pan masala products,” the statement read. “I would never have entered into an agreement to promote a product in India that is dangerous to one’s health.”

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“Greatest love and affection for India and its people, he added. Brosnan’s contract details had the mention of a “breath freshener/tooth whitener,” which wouldn’t include an ingredient that turns saliva red as opposed to what it is not.

“Having endured, in my own personal life, the loss of my first wife and daughter as well as numerous friends to cancer, I am fully committed to supporting women’s healthcare and research programs that improve human health and alleviate suffering,” the statement continued.

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