Renuka Vyavahare (BOMBAY TIMES; May 10, 2016)

Salman Khan's appointment as the Indian Olympic contingent's good will ambassador kicked up a storm with the legendary athlete Milkha Singh opposing the decision. Following the outrage from various quarters, Sachin Tendulkar and Abhinav Bindra were also appointed as ambassadors. However, the outspoken Richa Chadha, who will be seen in Sarbjit next, stood by Salman's choice. She reasoned, “Let's look at the positive side. He is a goodwill ambassador. No one is saying that he is a sportsperson. He is a fitness inspiration and hero to many in the country not just because he is a leading actor or a superstar. By virtue of attaching his name to Olympics, if it helps sports in the country, why not? Not that he is supporting racism or rape or dowry killing. He is supporting something positive. We have more important issues to deal with than getting upset over these things. Of course, I get Milkha Singh's point but now that Salman has been chosen, let's look at the bright side.“