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Aamir Khan clarifies that the character Phunsukh Wangdu in '3 Idiots' is not based on Sonam Wangchuk.
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Following recent discussions, Aamir Khan has clarified that he was unaware of Sonam Wangchuk while filming '3 Idiots' and that the character Phunsukh Wangdu was not inspired by him. This statement addresses a divided internet and contradicts earlier suggestions, aiming to clear misinformation about the film's character inspirations.
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