‘Sharam Karo’: Sumbul Touqeer Calls Out Food Vlogger Aayush Sapra for Mocking Sonam Wangchuk’s Hunger Protest
Television actress Sumbul Touqeer has publicly condemned food vlogger Aayush Sapra for filming an insensitive video mocking activist Sonam Wangchuk’s indefinite hunger strike. Sapra sparked widespread outrage online after reviewing free food at the Delhi protest site and jokingly suggesting he tempt the fasting activist with samosas.
An insensitive social media video has sparked widespread online debate after food vlogger Aayush Sapra posted a food review from the site of climate activist Sonam Wangchuk’s indefinite hunger strike. Popular television actress Sumbul Touqeer joined a growing chorus of citizens and public figures slamming the content creator for trivialising the protest. The controversy unfolded at Delhi's Jantar Mantar, where Wangchuk is leading an ongoing strike. Omi Vaidya to Zeenat Aman: Bollywood Rallies Behind Sonam Wangchuk As His Hunger Strike Over NEET Scam Enters Day 17.
What Did Aayush Sapra Say in the Viral Video?
Aayush Sapra, a popular street food content creator, visited the protest site organised by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) at Jantar Mantar. Instead of focusing on the core issues of the demonstration, Sapra filmed a vlog reviewing the free refreshments, such as chhole, samosas, and bread pakodas, being served to volunteers and attendees.
Food Vlogger Aayush Sapra Reviews Food at Sonam Wangchuks Hunger Strike
During the video, Sapra made remarks that many viewers found highly insensitive given the gravity of a hunger strike. Holding a bowl of food, he commented, "Only Sonam ji is hungry, while everyone else is eating." Later in the video, he jokingly remarked that he felt like "teasing" or "tempting" Wangchuk with the samosas and chutney he was consuming.
Sumbul Touqeer's Reaction to Aayush Sapras Video
The video quickly drew sharp criticism across social media platforms, with prominent television actress Sumbul Touqeer openly expressing her outrage by re-sharing a video of Sapra and writing, "sharam karo!!!". Expressing her disgust at the video, Touqeer criticised the creator for using a serious protest as a backdrop for food entertainment. Calling the stunt, she questioned the lack of empathy shown by the vlogger.
Sumbul Touqeers Angry Reaction to Aayush Sapras Viral Video
Touqeer emphasised that a hunger strike where an activist is risking his life is not a place for creating lighthearted, clickbait food content. Her reaction echoed the sentiments of thousands of netizens who accused Sapra of prioritising online engagement over basic human decency.
Sonam Wangchuk’s Hunger Strike Update
The backlash intensified against the backdrop of alarming updates regarding Sonam Wangchuk’s health. As his indefinite hunger strike crossed its 18th day, medical professionals attending to Wangchuk at Jantar Mantar reported that his condition had deteriorated significantly. The activist has lost nearly 9 kilograms, and his blood pressure and blood sugar levels have dropped to dangerous levels. Cockroach Janta Party To Release Education Manifesto Demanding Resignation of Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.
Wangchuk began his fast on June 28 to support the CJP-led agitation, which demands the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over alleged irregularities and paper leaks in national competitive examinations like NEET.
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