Sonakshi Sinha says ‘main koi anti-national hahi hu’, Fatima Sana Shaikh and Imran Khan support Sonam Wangchuk as famine enters day 19 | Hindi Movie News
As climate activist Sonam Wangchuk faced endless hunger after entering the 19th day, the support from the film industry continued to grow. Actresses Sonakshi Sinha and Fatima Sana Shaikh have become the latest celebrities to show concern for her health, urging authorities to discuss the situation before it happens. While Sonakshi shared an emotional video message, Fatima took to Instagram with a heartfelt plea, with the actress stressing the importance of listening to Wangchuk’s wishes rather than letting her health deteriorate.
Sonakshi Sinha says she couldn’t keep quiet anymore
Breaking his silence on the issue, the ‘Dabangg’ actor said he felt compelled to speak out after seeing Wangchuk continue his fast.“I have never given words like this, but today we cannot ignore him. Sonam Wangchuk. We all know him. We know what he has done for our country, what he has done well and how many awards he has received. “Talking about the prolonged fast, Sonakshi added, “She is hungry. She hasn’t eaten anything. Who is she doing this for? She is doing this for the future of the children who lost their lives. She is fighting against a system that is not working. I know this. You know this. We all know this.”Asked about the silence on the issue, he said, “Many people are silent. I can’t be silent. Whatever happens, happens. No problem.He also asked the government to start a dialogue with Mr. Wangchuk, saying, “Why is no one listening. No one cares. No one is ready to talk.”Talking about the possible criticism of her proposal, Sonakshi concluded, “Main koi anti-nahi hu.”
Fatima Sana Sheikh wants immediate action
Echoing the same concerns, ‘Dangal’ actress Fatima Sana Shaikh urged the authorities to respond to Wangchuk’s illness before it happened.Sharing pictures of the protester on Instagram, he wrote, “It’s been 19 days now! We can’t wait until it’s over to start listening… Someone like Sonam Wangchuk, who has given so much to this country, shouldn’t risk her health to listen.”Fatima also urged people not to think about political differences but to think about the future of students.“Regardless of your politics, the future of a student must be protected. It is very sad to see someone like him get worse like this. I hope this will end with a conversation, not us losing Sonam Wangchuk! Today’s youth will move this country forward. The least we can do is support their right to a better future.”Her story received support from her co-stars Vaani Kapoor, Akansha Ranjan Kapoor and Sanya Malhotra, who responded to her plea on social media.
Imran Khan also wants to answer
Actor Imran Khan has also offered support to students affected by the alleged NEET-UG controversy saying the issue is going beyond politics. In the Instagram carousel posts, he said that the students should have the same loyalty from the examiners that is expected of them in the exams. “This is not a political debate… or at least, it shouldn’t be,” he wrote. Seeking accountability, Imran added, “If we expect students to write exams honestly, then they also have the same responsibility.He concluded by expressing solidarity with the students, writing, “I see…it is my honor to stand by your side.”
Aditi Rao Hydari also adds support
Meanwhile, Aditi Rao Hydari also supported Sonam Wangchuk by sharing her post on Instagram Stories and wrote, “Political differences make the politics of the country. Humanity makes its character. This life is precious 🙏🧿🙏 #sonamwangchuk,” encouraging compassion amid the ongoing protests.
Meetings of the film brothers behind the promoters
Sonakshi and Fatima are among several entertainers who have expressed concern for Wangchuk’s health. Earlier, Zeenat Aman, Shabana Azmi, Soni Razdan, Naseeruddin Shah, Ratna Pathak Shah, Abhay Deol, Prakash Raj, Anurag Kashyap, Swara Bhasker, Omi Vaidya, Gauahar Khan, Raghav Juyal, Rakhi Sawant and Munawar Faruquie also extended their support.Zeenat Aman had earlier written, “My thoughts today are in the capital where the @wangchuksworld world is entering its 17th day of hunger strike… Don’t ask me to finish my fast. Ask the government why they don’t hold talks.Omi Vaidya, known for playing Chatur in ‘3 Idiots’, also urged people to understand Wangchuk’s career as he expressed concern about his health.
Wangchuk is urging his followers to join the peaceful march
Although worried about his illness, Wangchuk urged his followers to focus on the bigger cause instead of asking him to end the fast. “I’m not good but I’m not too bad… Instead of asking me to stop eating please join me on 20th July… Peaceful March to Parliament,” he said in a recent video message.Mr Wangchuk has been on a prolonged hunger strike as part of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) protests, demanding answers to the alleged NEET-UG 2026 leak and other exam-related irregularities. A peaceful march to Parliament has been announced on 20 July.
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