Bollywood superstar Salman Khan recently made headlines after speaking in support of students protesting over the alleged NEET paper leak controversy. Calling paper leaks a “very serious issue,” the actor expressed sympathy for students injured during the recent demonstrations and urged that the focus remain on improving India’s education system.
However, soon after his statement went viral, social media users began sharing an old video from The Kapil Sharma Show in which Salman’s father, veteran screenwriter Salim Khan, jokingly narrated a story involving leaked examination papers from Salman’s school days.
The Old Video Goes Viral Again
The resurfaced clip is from a 2020 episode of The Kapil Sharma Show, where Salman Khan appeared alongside his brothers Arbaaz Khan and Sohail Khan.
During the conversation, Salim Khan recalled a humorous incident from years ago. He said there was a man named Ganesh who always received a warm welcome whenever he visited their home. Curious about the special treatment, Salim wondered why Ganesh was being treated with so much respect.
He then delivered the punchline, joking that Ganesh used to bring leaked examination papers to Salman during his school days.
The joke left everyone on the show laughing. Sohail Khan playfully remarked that family secrets were finally coming out, while Kapil Sharma joined in the banter.
Adding to the laughter, Salman himself smiled and admitted, “Nahi, mera wala tha woh” (“No, that one was about me”), treating the story as a light-hearted family anecdote.
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Internet Reacts to the Resurfaced Clip
The old video quickly spread across social media after Salman shared his views on the current paper leak controversy.
Many users questioned the timing of the resurfaced clip, with some accusing the actor of hypocrisy for speaking against paper leaks after joking about a similar incident from his childhood.
Others, however, pointed out that the anecdote was shared as a humorous story from many years ago and should not be confused with the ongoing allegations involving national entrance examinations.
The resurfaced clip sparked debates across platforms, with opinions divided between criticism, humour, and support for the actor.
Salman Khan’s Message for Students
Earlier this week, Salman Khan shared a heartfelt note expressing solidarity with students protesting over alleged examination irregularities.
He wrote that it was heartbreaking to see a peaceful movement turn violent and extended his support to students and their families.
Calling paper leaks a serious issue, Salman praised students for peacefully demanding a better education system and appreciated their determination to build a brighter future through education.
The actor also appealed for the movement to remain focused on students rather than becoming a political issue. He expressed hope that the government would take constructive steps to strengthen the education system and address students’ concerns.
Ending his message on an optimistic note, Salman said he hopes education becomes the country’s biggest aspiration and envisioned India emerging as a global destination for learning.
The Larger NEET Controversy
The ongoing protests began after allegations of irregularities and paper leaks in the NEET examination triggered widespread outrage among students and parents.
The movement has since grown into a nationwide campaign demanding greater transparency, accountability, and reforms in the education system.
Thousands of students participated in the “Chalo Sansad” march in Delhi, where clashes reportedly broke out between protesters and security personnel. Since then, demonstrations have continued in several parts of the country.
Several actors and public figures, including Naseeruddin Shah, Shabana Azmi, Prakash Raj, Rajkummar Rao, Revathy, Tovino Thomas, Anurag Kashyap, and Salman Khan, have publicly expressed concern over the situation and voiced support for students.
While Salman’s recent statement received appreciation from many, the resurfacing of the old comedy show clip has added another layer to the online conversation, with social media continuing to debate both the actor’s remarks and the broader issue of examination reforms.
