NEET Protest Row: Sonu Sood Condemns Kangana Ranaut’s ‘Generation Gutter’ Comment
Following student protests over the NEET paper leak, BJP MP and actress Kangana Ranaut made controversial remarks about Gen-Z protesters; responding to this, Bollywood actor Sonu Sood criticized her statement, calling it shameful. These remarks emerged amidst online criticism directed at Kangana regarding the Gen-Z protesters at Delhi’s Jantar Mantar and other locations. She had described the protesters’ behavior and language as nauseating and labeled Gen-Z as “Generation Gutter.” During a press conference on Wednesday, July 29, journalists asked Sonu Sood for his opinion on Kangana Ranaut’s statements. He mentioned that he hadn’t heard her comments initially but emphasized that a professional’s standing is determined by public support. Sonu Sood said, “I haven’t heard her statement, but I feel that these young people are the ones who make you an actress and help you reach this position. You remain relevant as long as they are with you; if they aren’t, you know you will face difficulties. Therefore, one should take everyone along.” “Regardless of your profession—whether you are an actor, a doctor, or anything else—your existence holds validity in the world only as long as people are connected to you.” Upon being informed by a reporter about Kangana Ranaut’s “Generation Gutter” remark, Sonu Sood commented, “What can I say? If she said that, it is very shameful; one shouldn’t speak like that. It is crucial to speak thoughtfully rather than twisting words, because the public is another form of God.” The controversy began when Kangana posted a comment on a video of the protests, stating, “I have never seen such ugly things in one place in my life. Watching these reels of Gen-Z protests makes me want to throw up—the way they talk and the language they use.” Never in my life have I seen such bizarre and unsightly things all packed into a single frame. She further alleged that the protesters are misusing the freedom they enjoy and are promoting drug use, all while remaining financially dependent on their parents. She went on to call them “Generation Gutter,” stating that some of them have nothing to contribute to the system, are not academically bright, and are so unsightly and morally corrupt that they cannot even manage a household.
Bollywood Outraged Over Police Action on NEET Protesters Said “Bones Broken, Country’s Heart Broken”
The recent NEET paper leak has sparked student anger, leading to another protest in Delhi on July 20th. A large number of students demonstrated for justice. A video of police lathi-charging protesters during the protest is rapidly going viral. Several film stars have expressed their support. Expressing their grief over the mistreatment of students, they have urged the government to listen to their concerns. Diljit Dosanjh-”students should not have been treated this way” Responding to this, Punjabi star Diljit Dosanjh wrote on his Instagram story, “What happened today was very bad. The students should not have been treated this way. I request the authorities to listen to the students. I have been labeled an anti-national several times, and many people will still call me that. I have faced numerous legal problems since the farmers’ protest, which I cannot elaborate on here; God is in charge.” Sonu Sood released a poster Sonu Sood has also released a poster in support of the students. He wrote, “Our students need hands that embrace, not sticks.” Sonakshi Sinha -”many people’s bones were broken” Dabangg actress Sonakshi Sinha, who has been supporting the student protests since the beginning, shared photos of the demonstration, writing, “On July 20th, many people’s bones were broken, and the nation’s heart was also broken ”Remember.” Riteish & Genelia -”energy, courage, and dreams of our youth” Actor Riteish and his star wife Genelia also expressed their solidarity with their country through their Instagram stories, saying, “We stand in solidarity with our country. Their voices must be heard without fear, noise, or clarity. They are the heartbeat of our democracy and the true architects of our nation’s future. The energy, courage, and dreams of our youth will bring to India the India we aspire to build.” Elvish Yadav -” They must be heard” YouTuber Elvish Yadav wrote on his Instagram account, “I am neither a BJP nor Congress supporter, but what is happening to the students is very wrong. Students who have taken to the streets to fight for their genuine cause should not be treated this way. They must be heard. The government needs to take appropriate action on this issue.” Apart from this, many stars like Shekhar Suman, Dia Mirza, Vir Das and stand-up comedian Munawar Farooqui have also supported the student protest. Veteran Hindi film actress Shabana Azmi is also a part of the protest and is walking shoulder to shoulder with the students.