Kalki Koechlin asks brands not to send gifts in plastic, hamper bags, says "we can let a few more dolphins live in the ocean a little longer"

Kalki Koechlin recently shared an important message on Instagram, urging brands to reconsider how they package gifts for influencers and celebrities. In her video, she expressed gratitude for the gifts she receives, especially during festive times like Diwali, but asked brands to be more mindful of their packaging choices.

Kalki began the video with a light-hearted tone, saying, “Okay, I’ll try not to hyperventilate when I’m doing this.” She then proceeded to speak directly to the brands who send her gifts, thanking them for their thoughtful gestures but asking them to make small changes that could have a big environmental impact.

She pointed out that while she appreciates receiving gifts, she doesn’t need them to be sent in fancy hampers or elaborate packaging. Instead, she suggested that brands opt for simpler forms of packaging, like paper or recycled plastic, to reduce waste. She emphasized that it’s not necessary to use excessive materials, such as plastic bags or layers of wrapping, especially when the gift is small.

Kalki shared a specific example to highlight the wastefulness of over-packaging. “The other day, I got this big box, okay? And it was covered in cling film. Then I opened it and inside there were two layers of bubble wrap and then another box and then another layer of cling film, all for one small little glass bottle,” she recalled. She pointed out how this type of packaging is not only excessive but also contributes to unnecessary plastic waste.

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