Prakash Raj on Sonam Wangchuk Protest: 'I Don't Want to Die Before I Actually Die'
Prakash Raj has once again made a strong statement on freedom of expression and public activism. In a recent interview with journalists, he said people from various film personalities were not supporting activist Sonam Wangchuk and NGO CJP protest against him in the film he was protesting, but fear is preventing people from speaking out because of fear, the actor said.
In response to a question of how the current situation is unlike Anna Hazare's anti-corruption campaign, the journalist noted that several Bollywood actors such as Aamir Khan, Anupam Kher and Amitabh Bachchan supported the campaign at the time. The journalist then asked why such kind of support has not been seen for Sonam Wangchuk's protest.
Prakash Raj responded with a bold remark:
"I don’t want to die before I actually die."
A little bit more about his position in the industry, the actor said that a lot of people are afraid to speak because of what they could do.
"They are scared. We are with the truth. We are not afraid to stand for what’s right,” he said."
The statement has quickly gone viral on social media, with supporters lionizing him for his open stand on issues and others arguing his views online. Prakash Raj has voiced opinions on many social, political and constitutional issues, making him one of the most outspoken figures in the Indian film industry.
The comments come in the context of Sonam Wangchuk’s campaign to raise awareness about Ladakh and governance in the region. While a number of activists and civil society groups have rallied around the campaign, mainstream film celebrities have been scarce.
Prakash Raj’s comments have revived the debate about the role of public figures in social movements and whether celebrities should speak out on issues beyond cinema. His speech has reignited the debate about freedom of expression, public responsibility and the pressures faced by personalities in the entertainment industry when taking positions on sensitive issues.
As the reactions pour in, the actor’s words will be in the discussion on social media and news sites.
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