Mannara Chopracousin Priyanka ChopraThe activist was put in an awkward position when paparazzi asked her about it Sonam Wangchuk At a recent event held in Goa on Saturday, July 18th. A video documenting the exchange later surfaced online, showing the actress refusing to share her thoughts on the issue.
Mannara Chopra avoids comments about Sonam Wangchuk
When the photographer mentioned Wangchuck, Mannara looked confused and said: “Main iss baare mein kuch comment nahi karna chahungi. (I don’t want to comment on this)” When the paparazzi pressed for more questions, including her opinion Aamir KhanWhen asked that “3 Idiots” was not Sonam Wangchuck’s inspiration, she stood her ground and replied, “Mujhe nahi pata (I don’t know).” Pressing the button again, Mannara gave Shiv Thakar a confused look and said, “Kya? Mujhe nahi pata, sorry (what? I don’t know, sorry.)” and moved on without continuing the conversation.
Why Sonam Wangchuk is in the news again
These questions come as Wangchuck has returned to the public eye. The activist was admitted to Delhi’s Safdarjung Hospital on Saturday, July 18, after ending a 20-day indefinite hunger strike. Delhi Police said the treatment was based on medical advice and directions issued by the Delhi High Court.
Sonam Wangchuk goes on hunger strike to protest NEET quarrel
Wangchuck has been observing an indefinite hunger strike since June 28 in support of the CJP-led protests over alleged irregularities in the NEET exam and student deaths reportedly related to the issue.
Mannara Chopra’s video goes viral
Meanwhile, a video of Mannara giving brief and confusing answers to the paparazzi went viral. Many social media users reacted to the video and her choice not to comment on such a sensitive and politically charged topic.