Gautam Gambhir Faces Crypto Backlash: ‘Where’s the Disclosure?’ Trolls Demand Answers

Cricketer-turned-politician Gautam Gambhir just learned the hard way: crypto communities don’t play nice with undisclosed promotions. Social media erupted after Gambhir appeared in a crypto ad without clear disclaimers—igniting fury among investors and trolls alike.

When influencers skip the fine print

The ad, which touted a ‘revolutionary’ crypto platform, lacked mandatory risk disclosures. In a market already wary of celebrity endorsements (remember the 2021 meme-coin crashes?), the omission hit a nerve. ‘Another rich guy pretending blockchain is his side hustle,’ tweeted one trader, summing up the mood.

Regulatory deja vu

India’s SEC equivalent still hasn’t clarified rules for crypto ads—but global precedents suggest heavy fines for non-disclosure. Gambhir’s team claims ‘oversight,’ but critics smell opportunism. ‘Funny how these ads always surface during bull runs,’ quipped a finance blogger, dropping the mic on 2025’s version of ‘buyer beware.’