A viral video recently sparked controversy involving SRK and his endorsement of Thumbs Up. Several social media users claimed that the actor was not personally appearing for brand shoots and was instead using a lookalike to fulfil his promotional commitments.
The speculation began after a clip circulated online showing Ibrahim Qadri, who closely resembles SRK, appearing in a commercial style shoot. Some users alleged that the actor had allowed the lookalike to replace him in advertising work.
However, sources later clarified that the shoot was only a dummy shoot, which is common in commercial production. Such shoots are used to test camera angles, lighting and framing before the main celebrity joins the project.
In this case, Iqbal Qadri was reportedly present only to help the crew understand how the final advertisement would look. The exercise was part of the preparation process and did not replace the actual shoot with SRK.
Reports suggest that SRK has been dealing with scheduling challenges due to his upcoming projects, including King. The actor has also been recovering from injuries, which has made it difficult to allocate dates for the advertisement shoot.
Because of these issues, the production team conducted the preparation shoot using a lookalike. Once SRK recovers and his schedule becomes available, the final commercial shoot for Thumbs Up is expected to take place.
Fans have also come out in support of the actor on social media. Many pointed out that SRK has built a strong reputation for professionalism during his long career in the film industry.
Supporters believe the viral claim misunderstood a normal industry practice. They argue that the actor’s decades of work and consistent dedication reflect his commitment to fulfilling professional responsibilities.
