Bollywood Celebrities Stand with Students Amid NEET Paper Leak Protests

Bollywood celebrities, including Preity Zinta and Shabana Azmi, have shown their support for student protests against the NEET paper leak scandal. Zinta emphasized the need for peaceful demonstrations and urged the government to engage in meaningful dialogue with student activists. She expressed concern over potential disruptions by anti-national elements and highlighted the importance of maintaining focus on educational reforms. Azmi's participation in the protests has also drawn attention, especially after she faced health issues during a rally. This article explores the ongoing support from the film industry for the students' cause.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jul 22, 2026, 11:27 IST

Support from Bollywood Stars

Prominent figures from Bollywood, such as Sonakshi Sinha, Kabir Khan, and Naseeruddin Shah, have been vocal in their backing of the student protests related to the NEET paper leak issue. Notably, Shabana Azmi and Pratibha Ranta joined the demonstrators in Mumbai and Delhi, showcasing their solidarity with the cause. Actress Preity Zinta has also expressed her views on the ongoing protests, taking to Twitter to encourage students to uphold peace while advocating for educational reforms. She cautioned that these peaceful protests should not be overtaken by anti-national elements.

Preity Zinta's Message on the Protests

Preity Zinta REACTS To Students Protest

In her tweet, Preity Zinta emphasized the importance of supporting students and pushing for educational reforms that would benefit the youth's future. She expressed concern that the protests could be exploited by negative forces aiming to incite chaos. The Batwara 1947 actress highlighted her belief in hard work, equality, and excellence, stating that these principles should remain intact. She expressed her hope for constructive dialogue between the government and the students, aiming to eliminate any harmful agendas from the protests. "I believe in our democracy, law and order, and our government, and I sincerely hope that both sides engage in meaningful discussions to ensure a bright future for our youth and democracy! Jai Hind," she concluded.

Preity Zinta's Continued Support for Student Activism

Preity Zinta On Sonam Wangchuk

This isn't the first instance of Zinta advocating for the students' cause. Recently, she called on the government to engage in meaningful dialogue with activist Sonam Wangchuk and student organizations, emphasizing the importance of Wangchuk's health during his protest. She urged him to conclude his fast, stressing that his well-being was as crucial as the cause he champions. Zinta reiterated her support for the movement, stating that she stands with every student and Wangchuk in their quest to enhance the education system. She wished them strength in their endeavors. Meanwhile, her co-star from Batwara 1947, Shabana Azmi, has been in the news for participating in the protests at Jantar Mantar in Delhi, where she faced an asthma attack during the Chalo Sansad rally, which turned chaotic.