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‘The Last Few Days Have Broken My Heart’: Alia Bhatt Backs Student Protest, Joins Salman Khan and Other Celebrities
The actress shared an emotional message supporting students protesting in Delhi, praising their courage and determination, as more Bollywood personalities voiced solidarity with the movement.
Bollywood actor Alia Bhatt has publicly expressed her support for the ongoing student protest in Delhi, becoming one of the latest celebrities to stand in solidarity with the demonstrators after reports of a police lathi-charge during a protest march earlier this week.
Taking to Instagram, Alia shared an emotional note, saying the events of the past few days had deeply affected her. She praised the students for standing firm in support of their cause and highlighted the sacrifices many families make to ensure their children receive a quality education.
‘Their Courage Humbles Me’
In her statement, Alia wrote that every student participating in the movement represents not only personal dreams but also the hopes of their families and future generations.
She said the students’ determination serves as a reminder for society to listen to the voices of young people who will shape the country’s future. Ending her message with “Jai Hind,” the actor described the movement as one driven “for the students, by the students.”
Her remarks quickly gained attention on social media, with many users appreciating her decision to speak out on the issue.
Salman Khan Also Extended His Support
Earlier, Salman Khan had also expressed solidarity with the protesting students. Sharing a photograph from his student days on social media, the actor described the movement as peaceful and said he was saddened that it eventually turned violent.
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Salman called the alleged paper leak issue a serious concern and praised students for coming together to demand a stronger and fairer education system. He also acknowledged the support shown by parents and commended the younger generation for choosing a peaceful path to voice their concerns.
The actor further urged that the movement should remain focused on students and education, saying it should not be overshadowed by political interests.
More Bollywood Celebrities Join the Movement
Support for the students has continued to grow within the film industry.
Actors Huma Qureshi and Saqib Saleem reportedly visited the protest site at Jantar Mantar in the early hours of Thursday to express their solidarity with the demonstrators.
Several other prominent personalities, including Rajkummar Rao, Prakash Raj, Naseeruddin Shah, Anupam Kher, Shabana Azmi, and Javed Akhtar, have also voiced support for the students in recent days.
Celebrities Unite Behind Students
As public discussion around the protests continues, voices from across the entertainment industry have called for greater attention to students’ concerns and the future of India’s education system.
With more celebrities joining the conversation, the movement has received nationwide visibility, placing the spotlight on issues that many believe deserve broader public attention.
