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Akshay Kumar

Akshay Kumar, born as Rajiv Hari Om Bhatia, has worked in more than 100 Bollywood films in his career of more than 25 years. He made his debut in 1991 film Saugandh and later proved his acting mettle with a number of successful films. He has won many awards including the National Film Award for Best Actor for his performance in Rustom.

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Bell Bottom: Akshay Kumar, Lara Dutta, Huma Qureshi head to UK for shoot
Bollywood | Aug 06, 2020, 10:16 PM IST
Akshay Kumar was accompanied by wife Twinkle Khanna and children, Aarav and Nitara. Lara was spotted along with her husband Mahesh Bhupathi and daughter Saira. All of them followed proper safety precautions, wearing masks and face shields. Akshay and Huma even posed for the paparazzi in gear.
Akshay Kumar shares poster of next film 'Raksha Bandhan'
Bollywood | Aug 03, 2020, 12:58 PM IST
Raksha Bandhan marks the second collaboration of actor Akshay Kumar and director Aanand L Rai. Besides Raksha Bandhan, Akshay will also be seen in Sara Ali Khan and Dhanush starrer Atrangi Re.
Akshay Kumar has given fitness trackers to Mumbai cops: Maharashtra minister Aaditya Thackeray
Celebrities | Aug 02, 2020, 07:27 PM IST
Aaditya Thackeray said Akshay Kumar had always supported armed forces and the police in various states."I'm thankful to him for his concern for our covid warriors," he tweeted.

Akshay Kumar's 'Bellbottom' gears up for UK shoot: Masks, on-set doctors and temperature checks
Entertainment | Jul 27, 2020, 12:14 PM IST
Produced by Vashu Bhagnani's Pooja Entertainment, 'Bellbottom' starring Akshay Kumar is one of the first films to announce the resumption of shooting schedule in the wake of coronavirus-induced lockdown, which had brought the entertainment industry to a grinding halt.
Atrangi Re First Look: Sara Ali Khan, Dhanush look impressive but where's Akshay Kumar?
Celebrities | Jul 27, 2020, 12:36 PM IST
Aanand L. Rai's 'Atrangi Re,' will follow a shooting schedule across Madurai, Delhi, and Mumbai. 'I'm really excited to start the next schedule, which is planned to happen in Madurai, October onwards, and then with Akshay for a month in Delhi and Mumbai, with all safety precautions in place, of course,' he said.
Kargil Vijay Diwas 2020: Akshay Kumar, Kartik Aaryan, Taapsee and other B'town celebs pay tribute
Celebrities | Jul 26, 2020, 02:40 PM IST
On Kargil Vijay Diwas 2020, various Bollywood celebrities like Akshay Kumar, Taapsee Pannu, Kartik Aaryan, and others took to Twitter and paid tribute to the martyrs. Not just them, actor Sidharth Malhotra who will be seen in the film based on Kargil war hero Captain Vikram Batra shared a video for the brave hearts.

For Vaani Kapoor, it's dream come true to work with Hrithik Roshan, Ranbir Kapoor and Akshay Kumar
Celebrities | Jul 21, 2020, 07:21 AM IST
Vaani Kapoor was paired with Hrithik Roshan in 'War,' while she will be seen with Ranbir Kapoor in 'Shamshera' and she has been cast opposite Akshay Kumar in the upcoming 'Bell Bottom.'
Akshay Kumar or Twinkle Khanna, who performs household chores? Know from Mrs Funnybones herself
Celebrities | Jul 19, 2020, 09:39 AM IST
Twinkle Khanna emphasized that household work should be shared between family members and noted how her husband, actor Akshay Kumar, has taken charge of kitchen duties during the lockdown.
Vaani Kapoor: I'm happy with work resuming after a long break
Celebrities | Jul 15, 2020, 09:50 AM IST
Actress Vaani Kapoor has started shooting for her upcoming film "Bell Bottom", and she says she is just happy to resume work after a long break. "I, honestly, am just happy with work resuming after a long break," she said.

Taapsee Pannu reveals why she said yes to Akshay Kumar, Vidya Balan starrer 'Mission Mangal'
Celebrities | Jul 10, 2020, 04:48 PM IST
Recalling working on Mission Mangal, Taapsee Pannu on Instagram wrote, 'One of the first few days of Mission Mangal shoot... I remember how excited we all were to work with each other. This set was no less than a happy land of people who really wanted to create something we can all be proud of.'
Akshay Kumar reacts to video of TV actor Ravi Dubey's nephew singing Bala: He got the lyrics bang on
Celebrities | Jul 08, 2020, 07:25 AM IST
Sharing the video, actor Ravi Dubey revealed that his nephew is a big fan of Akshay Kumar. He tweeted, "My tiny nephew is a big fan of Akshay sir... Bala." Impressed with the little fan's video, Akshay reacted to it and said, "He's got the lyrics bang on, too cute."
Akshay Kumar lauds Indian Paramilitary to recruit transgender officers
Celebrities | Jul 06, 2020, 03:09 PM IST
Calling it a progressive move, actor Akshay Kumar hopes that other professions too open the doors to the transgender community without discrimination. The Ministry of Home Affairs is working on the proposal to commission the 'third gender' as officers in the paramilitary forces.

Akshay Kumar's Bell Bottom to go on floors next month in UK
Bollywood | Jul 06, 2020, 11:40 AM IST
Akshay Kumar's Bell Bottom, set in the 1980s is inspired by true events. The film has been written by Aseem Arrora and Parveez Shaikh.
Minister says cops will look into Akshay Kumar's air trip to Nashik
Entertainment | Jul 04, 2020, 07:06 PM IST
"I have no idea who gave him the permission, why it was given. Officials will be questioned if something wrong has happened," the senior NCP leader Chhagan Bhujbal said on Akshay's air trip to Nashik.
Akshay Kumar starrer Bellbottom is an untold true story: Writer Aseem Arrora
Bollywood | Jul 02, 2020, 05:41 PM IST
The writer says the rollercoaster spy ride will overwhelm the audience with strong emotions. "‘Bellbottom' is an untold true story and pierces your heart even though it is set in the espionage world," Aseem said.

Vaani Kapoor confirmed opposite Akshay Kumar in 'Bellbottom'
Celebrities | Jul 02, 2020, 10:27 AM IST
Actor Vaani Kapoor will play the female lead opposite Akshay Kumar in the high-end espionage thriller 'Bellbottom,' producer Jackky Bhagnani announced on Thursday.
Akshay Kumar's Sooryavanshi to release on Diwali, Ranveer Singh's '83 to bow out on Christmas
Bollywood | Jun 30, 2020, 01:26 PM IST
Superstar Akshay Kumar’s much-awaited cop drama "Sooryavanshi" will hit the theatres on Diwali, while Ranveer Singh-starrer "‘83" will release on Christmas this year, Reliance Entertainment has announced.
Akshay Kumar on playing transgender role in Laxmmi Bomb: Was mindful to not offend any community
Celebrities | Jun 30, 2020, 06:41 AM IST
For 'Laxmmi Bomb,' Akshay Kumar said, he willingly gave many retakes to ensure that every shot had 'maximum potential.' The film is set to stream on the digital platform Disney+Hotstar, bypassing a theatrical release as screens remain closed due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Akshay Kumar on OTT release of Laxxmi Bomb: Sad for theatres, but fans' safety priority
Bollywood | Jun 29, 2020, 09:35 PM IST
The horror-comedy is set to stream on Disney+Hotstar, bypassing a theatrical release as screens remain closed due to the coronavirus pandemic. In a virtual press conference, Akshay Kumar said OTT release was the only wise option in the current scenario.
Abhishek Bachchan recalls how Akshay Kumar made him workout on 'Housefull 3' sets
Celebrities | Jun 29, 2020, 06:24 AM IST
Abhishek Bachchan recalled how Akshay Kumar made him workout in the morning on the sets of 'Housefull 3,' which also featured Riteish Deshmukh, Boman Irani, Jacqueline Fernandez, Lisa Haydon, Jackie Shroff, and Nargis Fakhri.