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Aamir Khan Denies ‘3 Idiots’ Character Was Based on Activist Sonam Wangchuk

First publishedJul 17, 07:07 UTC
Last updatedJul 17, 11:23 UTC · 2m ago
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Aamir Khan Denies ‘3 Idiots’ Character Was Based on Activist Sonam Wangchuk
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Aamir Khan denied that his character in '3 Idiots' was based on Sonam Wangchuk. He made this statement at a London event. Khan said the rumor was a misconception.

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Aamir Khan is a famous Indian actor. He made a movie called '3 Idiots'. Some people thought his character was based on a real person named Sonam Wangchuk. Khan said this was not true.

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This news is important because it clears up a long-standing rumor about Aamir Khan's movie.

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Who denied the rumor?
Aamir Khan
What movie is this about?
3 Idiots
Who was the rumor about?
Sonam Wangchuk
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    Aamir Khan denies the rumor about his character in '3 Idiots'

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