Mumbai saw a large solidarity march at Shivaji Park in Dadar, with heavy rain failing to dampen turnout as about 1,500 people joined to back students protesting the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak and demand educational reforms. Prominent actor Imran Khan walked with demonstrators, condemned the Delhi police response to protests, and urged accountability, while other celebrities including Raftaar, Anuv Jain, Alaya F, Jim Sarbh, Vivaan Shah, Uorfi Javed and Pratibha Ranta joined or expressed support. The Mumbai action is part of the broader Cockroach youth movement that has mobilized nationwide after the alleged exam irregularities and a Delhi march that reportedly involved clashes with police. Media coverage highlights expanding celebrity involvement and calls for transparency in the education system, with some figures also voicing support for peaceful, non-political protest. While fans and supporters rally behind the cause, organizers emphasize the focus on addressing exam integrity, safeguarding student rights, and pressing for the resignation of the Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. The narrative across reports also notes that support crosses diverse backgrounds, underscoring a broad-based demand for systemic educational reforms rather than partisan politics.