"Gen Z smart, future of India in their hands": Actor Jeet praises youth-led protests
By Ujjwal Roy, Kolkata, August 11
Bengali actor Jeet has praised Gen Z for being "smart" and clear-thinking, while urging young people to continue speaking up and playing their part in the country's future.
While speaking to ANI, Jeet said he has seen many young people around him and believes the generation has a different way of looking at things. Calling them "very smart", the actor said, "Look, Gen Z is a very smart generation. We have a lot of children in our house who are Gen Z, and they carry a lot of clarity. Their way of thinking is also very different, very amazing, and very beautiful."
Jeet went on to talk about the recent youth-led protests and student demonstrations over examination irregularities and paper leaks. He said the way young people came forward to raise their voices was "beautiful" and praised the government's handling of the situation.
"We saw a few days ago, when the paper was leaked, how the youth came forward and raised their voices. And this is also as beautiful as the way our government dealt with it. That was also a very good way," he said.
"And so, if you walk on the path of truth, on the right path, then the outcome is often good. Although, sometimes it takes time, the end is always good," he added.
Jeet further praised the younger generation for the role it can play in the country's growth. He said, "You are great. You are amazing. Keep doing beautiful work like this, and keep strengthening our country for the coming days. You have a very big role to play in this because the youth has a major contribution to anything new and to the progress of our country."
"You are Gen Z, so the future of India is in your hands. Keep fighting like this and make our country even more proud," he added.
Meanwhile, Jeet is gearing up for his upcoming Bengali film 'Keu Bole Biplobi, Keu Bole Dakat', in which he plays freedom fighter and revolutionary Ananta Lal Singh.
Speaking about the character, Jeet said he was drawn to Singh's story and wanted his struggle and sacrifice to reach a wider audience.
He said, "The way Anand Singh's character touched me, I can literally say that I fell in love with this character. I felt that the ideology, struggle, and sacrifice of this character should reach people through a film. That is where this journey began. I feel very fortunate."
'Keu Bole Biplobi, Keu Bole Dakat' is based on the life of Ananta Lal Singh, whose story is linked to the anti-British movement during British India. The Bengali biopic looks at his life and struggles, from the freedom movement to the period after Independence.
— ANI
Reader Comments
It's refreshing to see an actor acknowledge the youth's role in democracy. But I wish Jeet had also spoken about the need for systemic reforms rather than just praising the government's response. As a college student myself, I feel protests aren't about being 'anti-government' but about demanding accountability. Paper leaks affect our future - we have every right to ask questions.
Jeet da's words about Gen Z having clarity in their thinking really resonate. As a 19-year-old, I see my peers being more aware, more socially conscious, and more willing to question things. We grew up with the internet, we know what's happening globally, and we want India to be better. The fact that he's working on a film about Ananta Lal Singh shows he values history too. Great combination!
While I appreciate the sentiment, let's not put all the burden on just Gen Z. The future is in the hands of all of us - older generations also need to support and guide. But yes, seeing young people take to the streets peacefully to demand justice was indeed inspiring. Let's hope this energy translates into real change in the education system.
As a mother of two Gen Z kids, I can vouch that they are indeed different - in a good way. They question everything, and that's how it should be! Jeet's praise for the youth protests over paper leaks is spot on. But I do wish celebrities would speak up more often on such issues, not just when it's trendy. Still, happy to see this positive message. 🙌
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