Actor Suniel Shetty revealed he rejected a ₹40 crore offer to endorse a tobacco brand, citing his principles and a desire not to set a negative example for his children, Ahan and Athiya. He stated that his personal beliefs guide his career choices, and he has never endorsed tobacco products. Shetty also discussed his hiatus from acting following his father's illness and death in 2017, and his subsequent challenging comeback to the industry.