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24/07/2026

Humour has always been part of movements. Songs, posters, street plays and slogans have traditionally played important roles in dissent. When 20-year-old Chhavi (name changed) stepped out for the Cockroach Janta Party’s (CJP) march in Delhi, she did something that millions of young people do every day. She placed her phone against a railing, moved a few steps back and recorded a short “fit check” video showing her outfit before heading towards the protest site. Looking into the camera, she smiled and said, “Friends, I am going to get beaten by the police.”

Political communication experts say humour has always been part of movements. Songs, posters, street plays and slogans have played important roles in earlier protests. Social media has added a new format – reels, memes and short videos. They said people mistake political humour among young people for a lack of seriousness. “Politics is part of everyday life. It is emotional and connected to experience,” they said.



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From Kareena Kapoor Khan to Ananya Panday, several celebrities have come forward to voice their support for students protesting the NEET paper leak across India. Here's what they had to say.

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Sometimes a single message from a public figure can add a new dimension to an ongoing conversation. 🗣️

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“Inquilab Zindabaad…” said Sahil Lochab, a student who suffered pellet injuries during the July 20 protest.

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This the power of Indian Students

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Bollywood actor Alia Bhatt has expressed support for students protesting against alleged paper leaks and examination irregularities, praising their courage and determination. In an Instagram post, she said the protests reflect the dreams, sacrifices, and hopes of countless families, urging the nation to listen to the youth. Calling their resolve inspiring, Bhatt said the students are shaping a better future and deserve fairness and accountability. Her support comes as nationwide protests continue demanding strict action against those responsible for examination paper leaks.

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Actor Ayesha Khan has won widespread appreciation on social media after responding to a follower who warned her, “You will lose your Bollywood movie opportunities if you support the student protests.”

Ayesha gave a firm and fearless reply, saying, “I’d rather lose my career than lose my spine.”

Her response has quickly gone viral, with many users praising her for standing by her beliefs despite potential professional consequences.

The Dhurandhar actress recently joined students protesting at Jantar Mantar over the alleged NEET paper leak, expressing her support for their demand for a fair and transparent education system. Her latest statement has further strengthened her image as someone willing to speak out on issues she believes in.

Supporters have hailed Ayesha’s courage and integrity, calling her response one of the most powerful celebrity reactions to the ongoing student movement.

24/07/2026

Can an artist stay true to their views even if it means disappointing some fans? Singer Arijit Singh's recent exchange on social media has sparked exactly that conversation.
After reports of police action during the student-led "Chalo Sansad" march over the NEET paper leak controversy, Arijit Singh shared posts expressing his concern and anger over the treatment of students. His comments quickly drew strong reactions from people online, including both support and criticism.

One longtime fan replied that they had lost respect for the singer because of his stand. Instead of responding harshly, Arijit wrote a calm and detailed message. He said he respected everyone's right to have their own opinion and apologized if his words had hurt the fan's feelings. At the same time, he made it clear that his own views would remain unchanged.

In his reply, Arijit told the fan they were free to delete all his playlists and even forget his existence if they wished. However, he added that doing so would not change his opinion. He also ended the message by wishing the fan happiness and asking them to take care.

The exchange has since gone viral, with many people discussing how public figures handle disagreements with fans while standing by their personal beliefs.

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