‘You can unfollow quietly’: Vijay Varma’s cryptic Instagram post after backing NEET protest sparks fresh social media buzz

Bollywood actor Vijay Varma has shared a cryptic message on Instagram after facing criticism and reported unfollows over his recent posts supporting students protesting against the NEET-UG 2026 controversy.

Taking to his Instagram Stories, the actor posted a light-hearted message in Hindi that read:“Chup chap bhi unfollow kar sakte ho… sab batana nahi hota.”

Accompanied by a laughing emoji, the post was widely interpreted by social media users as a response to people announcing that they had unfollowed him because of his public stand on the ongoing issue.

Vijay Varma backs students demanding accountability

In recent days, Vijay Varma has been one of the few Bollywood actors to publicly express support for students protesting over the alleged irregularities in the NEET-UG 2026 examination.

The actor also extended support to education reform activist Sonam Wangchuk, who has been observing a hunger strike while demanding greater accountability and reforms in the examination system.

The demonstrations at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi have attracted students from across the country, with protesters demanding strict action against those allegedly responsible for the examination controversy and calling for reforms to restore confidence in the system.

What is the NEET-UG 2026 controversy?

The NEET-UG 2026 medical entrance examination has come under intense scrutiny following allegations of a question paper leak and tampered OMR answer sheets.

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The matter is currently under investigation after authorities acknowledged irregularities, and the case has drawn nationwide attention from students, parents and education experts.

The controversy has also intensified demands for greater transparency and stronger safeguards in the country’s competitive examination process.

More celebrities join the conversation

Apart from Vijay Varma, several well-known personalities have publicly voiced concern over the issue.

Hrithik Roshan shared a message expressing solidarity with students and called for transparency in the examination system. Sonakshi Sinha has also supported the students’ demands.

Veteran actors Shabana Azmi, Zeenat Aman, Naseeruddin Shah, and Abhay Deol have urged authorities to engage in dialogue with Sonam Wangchuk. Meanwhile, actor Atul Kulkarni observed a one-day hunger strike in solidarity, and filmmaker Pa Ranjith criticised the action taken against protesters while expressing his support for the movement.

Social media reactions remain divided

While many users praised Vijay Varma for speaking out on an issue affecting students across the country, others criticised his stance, leading to debates across social media platforms.

His latest Instagram Story has further fuelled online discussions, with supporters viewing it as a witty response to criticism and detractors continuing to question celebrity involvement in political and public issues.

As conversations around the NEET-UG 2026 controversy continue, Vijay Varma’s post has once again highlighted how celebrity voices can quickly become part of wider national debates.