India, July 16 -- For years, fans of 3 Idiots believed that Ladakhi innovator Sonam Wangchuk inspired Aamir Khan's famous character Phunsukh Wangdu. The similarity between the character and Sonam's work in the field of education made many people believe that the film was based on his life. However, Sonam Wangchuk has always maintained that he is not Phunsukh Wangdu.

The innovator has repeatedly clarified that the character may have been influenced by his work, but it is not his story. Currently, Sonam is back in the headlines as he continues his hunger strike at Delhi's Jantar Mantar, demanding the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.

Sonam Wangchuk's On 3 Idiots Connection

Previously, during his appearance on Kaun Ban...