Honda 2Wheelers makes ‘Sunday FUNtastic’ with Bollywood Khiladi ‘Akshay Kumar’ at the Auto Expo 2016
Greater Noida, February 07, 2016
- Fans throng for a glimpse of their favourite star as Akshay Kumar took centre-stage at Honda 2Wheelers ‘Race Track to Road’ pavilion
- An adventure enthusiast himself, Akshay Kumar reveals his secret: he is a proud owner of World’s most iconic adventure motorcycle – CRF 1000L Africa Twin
- India’s favourite animation superstar Chhota Bheem brings fun to safe-riding
Greater Noida, February 07, 2016: The Expo Mart came to a standstill as the ‘asli khiladi’ of Bollywood and Honda’s Brand ambassador - Akshay Kumar, celebrated ‘The Spirit of Adventure’ with throngs of fans, exclusively at the Honda 2Wheelers pavilion in the Auto Expo 2016.
Mr. Keita Muramatsu – President & CEO, Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India Pvt. Ltd. said: “I welcome Akshay into the FUN World of Honda. What makes both Honda and Akshay unique, is the never-ending quest for adventure and the Khiladi attitude. Akshay on the saddle of Honda’s iconic Africa Twin, mirrors Honda’s fun motorcycling DNA. A new adventure is now about to begin and Honda invites all the adventurers to join us for the ride of a lifetime with the new Africa Twin.”
Setting off a frenzy amongst the audiences at the Auto Expo, Bollywood heartthrob Akshay Kumar made it memorable weekend to all those present, “Not many would know, but I have owned the Africa Twin for many years now. When Mr.Muramatsu told me that Honda is bringing my favorite motorcycle Africa Twin in India as well, I could not hide my excitement. I am extremely thrilled that my fans in India will now get an opportunity to experience one of the best motorcycling experiences, one which I personally vouch for.”
Rounding off the weekend bonanza at the Auto Expo, the fun and festivities continued throughout the day. Thousands of families especially kids gathered to get a glimpse of their favorite animation superstar who had come straight from Dholakpur village - ‘Chhota Bheem.’ With road safety a priority for Honda, Chhota Bheem helped spread this message among kids in his signature enjoyable style; educating young minds on road safety; and hence reinforcing the message to the entire family.
The day got even better for lucky winners of the quiz contests who got once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to interact with their favourite superstar – Akshay Kumar on the stage and pose for pictures.
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Public Relations Department, Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India Pvt. Ltd
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