NEW DELHI: Akshay Kumar topped the Celebrity Heartfulness Index (CHI) of 10.0 with the perfect score in a study by The Indian Institute of Human Brands (IIHB).
The index has been calculated on the basis of charity amount, stature of celebrity versus charity amount, transparency on how much and to whom donation has been made as well as cash versus kind.
Kumar made a contribution of ₹25 crores to the PM CARES Fund. T-Series owner Bhushan Kumar bagged the second spot, contributing ₹11 crores to the PM CARES Fund, and ₹1 crore to the Maharashtra CM’s Fund.
Bollywood star Kartik Aryan and designer Sabyasachi, who donated ₹1 crore each, earned a CHI of 8.0 occupying the third spot.