Ananya Panday has voiced support for Gen Z amid the ongoing student protests, saying, "Questioning isn't disrespect" and "Speaking up isn't rebellion." While praising young people for demanding fairness and accountability, the actor also faced criticism from social media users for the timing

The India Story arrives at a time when student protests have put accountability and systemic change in the spotlight. While its message about one ordinary person challenging the system feels timely and impactful, the courtroom drama suffers from choppy storytelling and uneven execution