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Akshay Kumar reflects on reinventing himself after a decade of action roles

Akshay Kumar reflects on reinventing himself after a decade of action roles

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4 min readMumbaiJun 23, 2026 08:42 PM IST Akshay Kumar says he initially came to the industry with the sole aim to earn money but feels lucky to have had a career of 35 years where he got the chance to explore, reinvent and transform himself time and again. Akshay said he realised after the first decade in the Hindi film industry that he was stuck in the action star image and needed to break out urgently. And he did that by exploring different genres such as comedy, drama, romance and horror comedy. “Thirty-five years are a long time…. It is a one in a billion or million chance to have 35 years of career. I hope I go further and cross 40. The prayer is that I keep shooting just five minutes before my death. Initially, when I came to the industry, I only wanted to make money,” he told PTI in an interview. The actor added, “But after that decade, when I saw my films, I felt like slapping myself. I had only …

‘Watching Chuck Norris in Way of the Dragon, Missing in Action wasn’t just entertainment—it was education’: Akshay Kumar | Bollywood News

‘Watching Chuck Norris in Way of the Dragon, Missing in Action wasn’t just entertainment—it was education’: Akshay Kumar | Bollywood News

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3 min readNew DelhiUpdated: Mar 20, 2026 09:42 PM IST The sudden passing of martial arts legend and Hollywood actor Chuck Norris has sent shockwaves across the Indian entertainment industry, with several actors mourning his loss. Among them is Akshay Kumar, for whom the loss feels deeply personal. Taking to his official X handle, the actor penned an emotional note. He wrote, “Growing up as a martial artist, watching Chuck Norris in Way of the Dragon, Missing in Action, and many more wasn’t just entertainment—it was education. The discipline, strength, and effortless command he brought on screen stayed with me. Grateful for the inspiration that shaped a part of me.” Growing up as a martial artist, watching Chuck Norris in Way of the Dragon, Missing in Action and many more wasn’t just entertainment…it was education. The discipline, strength, and that effortless command he brought on screen stayed with me. Grateful for the inspiration that… pic.twitter.com/thAc1t26Hm — Akshay Kumar (@akshaykumar) March 20, 2026 Actor Ranvir Shorey also paid tribute, writing, “The legend lives on. He’s broken …

Suneel Darshan recalls producers calling Akshay Kumar ‘kachra’, putting Dhadkan, Hera Pheri on hold: ‘He was in tears…’ | Bollywood News

Suneel Darshan recalls producers calling Akshay Kumar ‘kachra’, putting Dhadkan, Hera Pheri on hold: ‘He was in tears…’ | Bollywood News

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Akshay Kumar is one of the most bankable actors in the industry today; however, there was a phase early in his career when he was not a favourite among film producers. In a recent conversation with Bollywood Thikana, director Suneel Darshan revealed that during a period of consecutive flops, producers turned him down, some even going as far as to call him kachra (garbage). Recalling the time from the Jaanwar shoot when Akshay and Suneel grew closer, the director said, “During Jaanwar, Akshay had grown very close to me. He had a phase where he was rejected and ridiculed. Big filmmakers of today held on to a opinion that time that Akshay was kachra or rubbish. He was not looked up to. That time Dhadkan was put on hold, Hera Pheri had gotten shelved, and I presume none of his films were doing well. So the films were not moving forward.” Also Read: ‘Akshay Kumar couldn’t remember lines, so we had to use placards’: Suneel Darshan says Akshay has ‘lost credibility’ because of he lacks …

Akshay Kumar had 100 eggs thrown at him during a shoot, didn’t complain once, recalls choreographer: ‘He has no tantrums’ | Bollywood News

Akshay Kumar had 100 eggs thrown at him during a shoot, didn’t complain once, recalls choreographer: ‘He has no tantrums’ | Bollywood News

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Many filmmakers and actors have often spoken about Akshay Kumar’s unparalleled work ethic, and recently, choreographer Chinni Prakash echoed similar sentiments. The veteran choreographer praised Akshay’s discipline and shared how the actor didn’t hesitate even once when over 100 eggs were thrown at him during a scene. Speaking on the YouTube channel Friday Talkies, Chinni said, “Akshay is a very sincere boy, and he gives his 100 percent. In the 25–50 songs that I have shot with him, he had never asked to change any step. In one scene of Khiladi film’s song, we had 100 eggs hitting Akshay. Girls had to throw eggs on Akshay and it pains when an egg hits you, but after that, the smell is worse, it doesn’t leave you for a long time. Despite all of this, Akshay did not say a word. He is very hard-working and has no tantrums. He is very down-to-earth. I have never seen a hard-working actor than him, and he is very dedicated.” Chinni Prakash, who recently worked with Akshay on the Housefull …

Akshay Kumar reacts to Paresh Rawal’s exit from Hera Pheri 3, says ‘it is a serious matter’: ‘Court will handle it’ | Bollywood News

Akshay Kumar reacts to Paresh Rawal’s exit from Hera Pheri 3, says ‘it is a serious matter’: ‘Court will handle it’ | Bollywood News

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Days after Paresh Rawal exited Hera Pheri 3, his co-star Akshay Kumar on Tuesday addressed the issue for the first time at the trailer launch event of his upcoming comedy drama, Housefull 5. Speaking about the development, Akshay called it a serious matter. While acknowledging the gravity of the issue, he also voiced his disappointment at people calling his co-star ‘foolish’ for stepping away from the project. “I won’t appreciate this,” the Khiladi star remarked What went wrong? Hera Pheri 3 became the center of attention after reports surfaced online claiming that Akshay Kumar had sent a legal notice to Paresh Rawal. Some reports suggested Rawal walked out of the film due to creative differences with director Priyadarshan, while others speculated that he was dissatisfied with his remuneration. Later, in a post on X, Paresh confirmed his exit but clarified, “I wish to put it on record that my decision to step away from Hera Pheri 3 was not due to creative differences.” His statement sparked a wave of reactions—some fans urged him to reconsider, …

When Priyadarshan addressed rumours of Akshay Kumar cutting John Abraham’s role in Garam Masala: ‘Am I an idiot to…’ | Bollywood News

When Priyadarshan addressed rumours of Akshay Kumar cutting John Abraham’s role in Garam Masala: ‘Am I an idiot to…’ | Bollywood News

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Although both had worked on several successful films individually before, Hera Pheri (2000) proved to be a defining moment in the Bollywood careers of actor Akshay Kumar and filmmaker Priyadarshan. Even after a quarter of a century, the comedy continues to enjoy a massive fan base. At a time when Hera Pheri 3, the third installment in the eponymous film franchise, is caught in a whirlpool of controversies following actor Paresh Rawal’s exit from the project, an old interview with Priyadarshan has resurfaced and caught the attention of many. In it, he addresses a rumour that Akshay “chopped off” his co-star John Abraham’s scenes in the trio’s blockbuster comedy Garam Masala (2005). “Am I an idiot to let one of my actors make my film for me? This is nothing but a figment of a troublesome journalist’s imagination. It may be some people’s idea of publicity, not mine. I’ve been around for too long to let actors dictate to me. Akshay never showed the slightest inclination to invade John’s territory. In fact, I’ve been in …

Akshay Kumar and Wamiqa Gabbi get filmy by the falls as Priyadarshan’s Bhooth Bangla wraps up. Watch | Bollywood News

Akshay Kumar and Wamiqa Gabbi get filmy by the falls as Priyadarshan’s Bhooth Bangla wraps up. Watch | Bollywood News

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Actor Akshay Kumar, who has been busy filming his upcoming horror comedy Bhooth Bangla, announced on Sunday that the shoot has officially wrapped. Sharing the news on social media, he posted a behind-the-scenes video from a song sequence featuring the film’s leading lady, Wamiqa Gabbi. The video has since gone viral, with fans expressing their excitement for the film’s release. Akshay took to his X handle and shared the BTS video. Along with the clip, he wrote, “And that’s a wrap on #BhoothBangla ! My seventh madcap adventure with the ever-inventive @priyadarshandir sir, my second outing with the unstoppable @EktaaRKapoor, and my first but hopefully not the last, magical journey with the ever-surprising Wamiqa. Grateful for the madness, the magic, and the memories.” And that’s a wrap on #BhoothBangla ! My seventh madcap adventure with the ever-inventive @priyadarshandir sir, my second outing with the unstoppable @EktaaRKapoor , and my first but hopefully not the last, magical journey with the ever-surprising Wamiqa.Grateful for the… pic.twitter.com/RtC8s2nN6R — Akshay Kumar (@akshaykumar) May 18, 2025 Akshay Kumar and Wamiqa Gabbi’s …

Suniel Shetty says he was ‘scared’ of working with Akshay Kumar: ‘I can never forget that first meeting’ | Bollywood News

Suniel Shetty says he was ‘scared’ of working with Akshay Kumar: ‘I can never forget that first meeting’ | Bollywood News

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Actors Akshay Kumar and Suniel Shetty share a long-standing friendship, having appeared together in several films, including Pehchaan (1993), Mohra (1994), and Hera Pheri (2000). In a recent interview, Suniel reminisced about his first meeting with Akshay and how the actor resembled his late cousin, who tragically passed away at a young age. In an interview wth Radio Nasha, Suniel was asked about his memories of the first day of shoot with Akshay. He said, “I can never forget that first meeting. I had a cousin named Ullaas, who was the first person to send my photographs out and I got my first modelling assignment. At that time, I had just lost him in a car accident. He was hardly 27-28.” Also Read | Suniel Shetty says Hera Pheri is a ‘deshbhakti film’; addresses comparisons with Akshay Kumar: ‘Ticket nahi bikti hai meri films ki’ Story continues below this ad Reminiscing about the resemblance Akshay Kumar had with his cousin, Suniel shared, “When I saw Akshay, for a second, I felt that he had the …

‘Akshay Kumar might make you feel like he is chilling, but he is aware of everything that’s happening on set’: Sharad Kelkar | Bollywood News

‘Akshay Kumar might make you feel like he is chilling, but he is aware of everything that’s happening on set’: Sharad Kelkar | Bollywood News

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Sharad Kelkar, who has worked with Ajay Devgn and Akshay Kumar in films like Tanhaji, Laxmii, and Sky Force, recently shared how it is very important to be an actor on set than sitting before the monitor and interfering with director’s job. He said it is very rare when an actor is technically sound. In a recent interview, Sharad shared how Ajay is technically aware, while Akshay, who seems to be very chilled on set, keeps an eye on everything that is going around. Sharad collaborated with Ajay for the 2020 film Tanhaji, where he played the role Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. The film, directed by Om Raut, starred Ajay in the titular role. While speaking about actors who give technical inputs during a film shoot, Sharad told Filmfare, “An actor can never say he knows everything about acting. It is pointless to sit in front of the monitor and judge other people’s work until you are technically sound.” ALSO READ | Farah Khan says she has ‘created a monster’ in her cook Dilip as he …

Akshay Kumar pens a beautiful note as he wishes wife Twinkle Khanna on 51st birthday:’Tere varga sach mein hor koi na’

Akshay Kumar pens a beautiful note as he wishes wife Twinkle Khanna on 51st birthday:’Tere varga sach mein hor koi na’

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Actor Akshay Kumar celebrated his wife Twinkle Khanna‘s 51st birthday with a heartfelt and playful post on social media. On December 29, he shared an edited video on Instagram that beautifully captured the contrasting sides of Twinkle’s personality, along with a loving message that highlighted their unique bond. Akshay Kumar wished Twinkle Khanna on her 51st birthday The video started with the text, “What everyone thinks my wife is like,” showing a serene Twinkle basking in the sun while reading a book. This clip portrayed her composed and intellectual side, often associated with her public persona as a celebrated author and columnist. The scene then transitioned to the caption, “But what she’s really like,” revealing Twinkle letting loose with quirky dance moves in their living room. The lighthearted segment showcased her fun and carefree nature. The video concluded with Akshay joining in to give Twinkle a cheerful high-five, adding a personal touch that highlighted their joyful chemistry. Accompanying the video, Akshay penned a touching note. He wrote, “Happy Birthday, Tina. You’re not just a sport; …