Archive · 23 Jul 2026
Lyricist Criticizes Bollywood's Silence on Protests
Neeraj Pandey, a lyricist, said it's okay to question why only a few big Bollywood names stay silent on important issues like the NEET paper leak protests.
He explained that Bollywood is made up of many people, not just a few famous ones.
Salman Khan also supported the students protesting, saying he hopes the government will improve the education system.
The protests are happening in Delhi, and the investigation is being handled by the CBI and Rajasthan Police.
Neeraj Pandey criticized the notion that Bollywood as a whole is silent on national issues.
He argued that only a few powerful figures in Bollywood choose to remain silent.
Salman Khan expressed support for the students protesting the NEET paper leak.
The protests are taking place at Jantar Mantar in Delhi.
The investigation into the NEET paper leak is being conducted by the CBI and Rajasthan Police SOG.
- Who
- Neeraj Pandey, Salman Khan, Bollywood industry figures
- What
- Criticism of Bollywood's silence on national issues and protests
- When
- July 23, 2026
- Where
- Jantar Mantar, Delhi
- Why
- To highlight the disparity between the silence of a few powerful figures and the broader industry's response
Critics of Bollywood Silence
Supporters of Bollywood's Stance
Bollywood's Silence
Critics of Bollywood Silence
Critics argue that the silence of a few powerful Bollywood figures represents the entire industry's lack of response to national issues.
Supporters of Bollywood's Stance
Supporters believe that Bollywood is not a monolithic entity and that many individuals within the industry have spoken out.
- Protest Location
- Jantar Mantar, Delhi
- Issue
- NEET paper leak row
- Celebrity Support
- Salman Khan
- Investigation Body
- CBI and Rajasthan Police SOG
- Author
- Neeraj Pandey
- Publication Date
- July 23, 2026