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Sonam Wangchuk Clarifies He's Not 'Phunsukh Wangdu' and Declines Legal Action Against 3 Idiots
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 18 Jul 2026, 06:13 AM
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Educator Sonam Wangchuk said he is not the character Phunsukh Wangdu from Aamir Khan's film 3 Idiots and explained he had no intention of suing the movie, fearing it would be seen as a money‑grab.
Sonam Wangchuk, a prominent educator from Ladakh, clarified that he is not the character Phunsukh Wangdu portrayed by Aamir Khan in the popular Bollywood film 3 Idiots.
In an interview with The Times of India, Wangchuk explained that he had no intention of taking legal action against the film, stating he did not want people to think he was trying to get money from it.
The comment came after some confusion among audiences who mistakenly associated the educator with the film's character. Wangchuk emphasized that his work focuses on education and innovation in the Himalayan region.
The Times of India reported that Wangchuk’s statement was made to clear any misconceptions and to maintain his reputation as a dedicated educator rather than a film personality.
In an interview with The Times of India, Wangchuk explained that he had no intention of taking legal action against the film, stating he did not want people to think he was trying to get money from it.
The comment came after some confusion among audiences who mistakenly associated the educator with the film's character. Wangchuk emphasized that his work focuses on education and innovation in the Himalayan region.
The Times of India reported that Wangchuk’s statement was made to clear any misconceptions and to maintain his reputation as a dedicated educator rather than a film personality.