- Aamir Khan stated that the character Funsukh Wangdu from 3 Idiots was not inspired by Sonam Wangchuk, clarifying that he and the writers were unaware of Wangchuk during the film's production.
- Sonam Wangchuk has been on an indefinite hunger strike since June 28 to protest against the alleged NEET-UG paper leak and to demand reforms in India's examination system.
- Concern for Wangchuk's health has increased as he remains on his fast, with reports indicating that his health is becoming increasingly fragile.
- Omi, known for his role as Chatur in 3 Idiots, recently expressed support for Wangchuk, claiming that Khan's character was inspired by him.
- Wangchuk has called for a peaceful march on July 20 to advocate for examination reforms, urging supporters to join him instead of asking him to eat.
Sonam Wangchuk, a prominent Ladakhi engineer and education reformer, has been on an indefinite hunger strike since June 28, advocating for urgent reforms in India's examination system.1236
Wangchuk's health has deteriorated significantly, prompting widespread concern. Nineteen days into his indefinite fast, Sonam Wangchuk's health has become increasingly fragile.4
He has urged supporters to join the peaceful 'Chalo Sansad' march on July 20, rather than pressuring him to eat.
Aamir Khan, who played Funsukh Wangdu in the film 3 Idiots, addressed the rumors that his character was based on Wangchuk, stating, 'No, that is not true actually. That is a misconception.' He emphasized that the film's writers were unaware of Wangchuk at the time of production.5
Khan expressed his concern for Wangchuk's health, saying, 'All of us are very concerned for his health and his life.'
The protest Wangchuk is part of, initiated by the CJP, originally focused on the NEET-UG paper leak but has expanded to demand accountability and reforms in the examination system.
Support for Wangchuk has also come from Omi, who portrayed Chatur in 3 Idiots, highlighting the urgency of Wangchuk's situation and the importance of his cause.
“Sonam Wangchuk has been on an indefinite hunger strike at Delhi's Jantar Mantar since June 28, demanding examination reforms and the education minister's resignation. His health has become increasingly fragile, but he urges supporters to join the 'Chalo Sansad' march on July 20 instead of urging him to eat.”
