Bollywood actor Alia Bhatt has publicly rallied behind the student protests and shared a moving Instagram post saying for them. In a note to the audience she said: “For the students. The future is theirs. Jai Hind."
Alia’s post comes at a time when film industry members are giving more support to the student-led movement. The events of the past few days had deeply affected her and she said the students’ courage was a source of hope.
'Their Courage Humbles Me'
Alia wrote in her Instagram post that every student that speaks up for their beliefs is their own dream; and the hopes and sacrifices of their families. And she said the protesters are making life better today for all those who come after them.
She said the determination that the students have is a sign to the whole society that the voices of the younger generation have an impact on the country’s future and will continue to do so. Her message ended with the line “The future is theirs.”
Celebrities continue to Voice Support
Alia joins an ever-growing list of actors and filmmakers who have rallied behind the student movement in recent days. Her post has been heavily supported on social media and fans and fellow celebrities have praised her for speaking out.
Instagram was quick to spread and thousands of people posted screenshots of her post to show that they appreciated her message of solidarity. And the same was true online: public response to celebrity involvement in social issues was diverse.
Social Media Reaction
Many users welcomed Alia Bhatt’s statement, describing it as an honest comment at the time. Others had a lot of discussion over the timing of this post, so there was a huge debate on social media.
The student protests are still going on and Alia Bhatt’s message has become one of the most popular celebrity reactions - and it’s all about the young people and the issues that most people live and work with in the country.
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