Bollywood Stars Support NEET Protesters Amid Ira Khan's Emotional Revelation

Bollywood stars have rallied in support of students protesting the NEET paper leak, with notable figures like Salman Khan and Kareena Kapoor Khan participating in marches. Amidst this, Ira Khan, daughter of Aamir Khan, revealed her emotional turmoil regarding the protests, particularly after learning about her cousin's potential detention. She expressed regret for her silence, emphasizing the privilege of being able to look away from distressing news. Additionally, activist Sonam Wangchuk has ended his hunger strike after 26 days, following negotiations on pressing issues. This article delves into the reactions and sentiments of the celebrities involved.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jul 24, 2026, 19:55 IST

Bollywood Celebrities Stand with Students

Prominent figures from Bollywood, including Salman Khan, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Varun Dhawan, Alia Bhatt, Ananya Panday, and Sara Ali Khan, have expressed their support for students protesting against the NEET paper leak. Some even took part in the Chalo Sansad march on July 20. Amid these protests, Aamir Khan's daughter, Ira Khan, has shared her reasons for remaining silent on the issue. In a social media video, she revealed that she felt overwhelmed after seeing footage of her cousin's possible detention during the protests.

Ira Khan Discusses Her Silence on Protests

Ira Khan on Student Protest, Cousin's Potential Detention

On her official Instagram, Ira explained why she hasn't publicly addressed the student protests led by the Cockroach Janata Party. She stated that she felt she had nothing meaningful to contribute to the discussion, admitting that she had not engaged with the news surrounding the protests. "I usually avoid looking at distressing news. I know about the protests but try not to let it affect me emotionally, as it can be quite troubling," she shared.

Concerns for Family Amid Protests

Ira recounted receiving an Instagram reel indicating that her cousin might be detained at one of the protests, which caused her to panic. "Once I confirmed her safety, I returned to my work," she said. She expressed regret if her silence was interpreted as indifference, clarifying that it was not her intention. In her video, she acknowledged, "Being able to look away from such issues is a privilege."

Sonam Wangchuk Concludes Hunger Strike

Sonam Wangchuk Ends His Hunger Strike

In related news, activist Sonam Wangchuk has concluded his hunger strike after 26 days. He announced the end of his fast via a tweet, citing successful negotiations on various issues and concerns about potential violence in the country.