Akshay Kumar, one of the most successful actors in the history of Indian Cinema. The Khiladi Kumar started his career in 1991 with the movie ‘Deedar’ which was released later, his first appearance as a lead was in the film ‘Saugandh’. But his breakthrough role was in the suspense-thriller ‘Khiladi’. Acting in Bollywood was never a dream of Akshay, it all happened by a coincidence when he missed his flight for an ad-shot, and ended up getting signed for a lead role the same day.
Ever since he was a kid, his interest was always in sports and outdoor activities. Academic studies was not his interest so he dropped out of his college and went to Bangkok to learn martial arts. In Bangkok he learned Muay Thai and worked as a chef and waiter. After returning to India, he started teaching Martial Arts. After getting a lucky modelling assignment, he decided to take up modelling as a career. And ultimately he got his entrance in the Bollywood.
Akshay Kumar also performs his own stunts while many of the actors in Bollywood rely on using stunt-doubles for a scene. In 2015, Forbes ranked Akshay Kumar 9th in the Global list of highest-paid actors. He even surpassed the giants like Dwayne Johnson, Brad Pitt, Johnny Depp in terms of earning. Akshay Kumar does 3-4 Bollywood movies a year, his movies are blockbusters. In 2013, he became the first actor to earn Rs 2000 crore in his lifetime.
So Here’s Why Akshay Kumar Is One Of The Best Actors In Bollywood.
1. He is the ‘King of Comedy’.
It is said that tragedy is easy, but comedy is hard. Comedy requires some serious skills, it’s one of the most difficult genres. When it comes to comedy, Akshay is a hit. His comic timing is brilliant, his expressions, and to make even a simple ordinary dialogue sound hilarious is amazing. His comedy movies like Hera Pheri, Garam Masala, Welcome, Housefull series has made him the undisputed King of Comedy.
2. The Real Action Hero.
Most of the actors don’t do their stunts, they have their body doubles to do the dangerous stunts. But Akshay Kumar is an exception, he does his own stunts. That’s why he’s called the ‘Khiladi Kumar’, known for his dangerous and death-defying stunts. Who can forget his 160 feet jump from the edge of the cliff in 8 X 10 Tasveer or jumping off an airplane, after it is a thousand feet up in the air, onto a hot air balloon, all in one shot.
3. The Fitness Guru.
Once Akshay was asked to perform 100 push-ups by a fan in an interview, he did 200. Akshay Kumar starts his day early in the morning around 5:30. He eats dinner early at around 7.30 pm, he’s in bed by 9 pm, his day ends early too. While most of the people think fitness is about hitting the gym, having a six-pack abs, a muscular body, fitness for Akshay is keeping your body active and alert. He never took any supplements, steroids, powders of any protein shakes. He believes that ‘Health Comes First’, he avoids alcohol, smoking, nicotine and caffeine.
4. A Good Citizen.
Akshay Kumar has been the highest tax paying actor in the Bollywood. In 2013, Akshay Kumar became the Mumbai’s top advance taxpayer for the sixth consecutive year, beating all the Khans of the industry. He deposited a tax of Rs 19 crore in 2013. However in 2015, Salman Khan became the highest tax paying actor by depositing a tax of Rs 20 crore while Akshay paid Rs 16 crore in 2015. He helped the drought hit farmers in Maharashtra by donating them 90 Lakh. Look at this Akshay Kumar’s 2011 Facebook post which will inspire you and make you realize your responsibilities as a proud citizen of the county.
I’m going to start with an apology, I’m sorry for this negative message guys, its just that on days like today I cant stand the ignorance of some people. On my way to work this morning this guy really frustrated me. I had to get out of my car in the middle of Bombay traffic right by Mr Bachchan’s house, & literally pick up off the road an empty packet of cigarettes that this man decided to carelessly throw out his window without a second thought. Not only do we have to put up with the fact he smokes but we also have to deal with the fact that he doesn’t care a damn about his city or his motherland that God has so graciously provided for him. If we all treated the streets of India with as much love as we do our homes & temples, we would have 5 star ratings on cleaniness rather than being known as one of the dirtiest cities in the world.
I’m no angel, I drive a car, I fly in planes, sometimes I accidently leave the light on, but I consciously try everyday not to dirty or abuse our city. Question is do you? What’s the worst thing you’ve ever done to our environment, something u walked away from that u wished deep down u hadn’t done? I know for sure the guy that littered in front of me today wont forget his actions. I must say I’m sorry for scaring him but don’t abuse India’s streets & maybe they wont abuse you! Dont forget, let me know ur bad habits
sometimes writing about them helps u confront & consciously strive to better them. I cant help it i love my country, i just cant cant stand those who dont…
5. A Good Husband and A Super Cool Dad.
The couple first met during a shoot interview for the Filmfare magazine, they fell in love with each other during the shooting of International Khiladi. However Akshay has had a controversial love history, many alleged love affairs. Well nobody is perfect. Akshay Kumar and Twinkle Khanna have been together for 15 years now. After marriage, Twinkle left her career as an actor and became an interior decorator. Her never ending support and unparalleled love is the reason behind Akshay’s success. Whenever Twinkle is away for a shoot, Akshay babysits at home. Twinkle has even tweeted about this. Akshay has inked his son Aarav’s name on the back, his wife’s name above his hear, his daughter Nitara’s name on his left shoulder.
6. The Master of Versatility.
If you take a look at the career of Akshay, you’ll see he has done all kinds of films. Whether it’s the mindless action masala movies like Rowdy Rathore or slapstick comedies like Housefull. He has done it all. His films like Airlift, Baby, Gabbar which will touch your heart and will make you proud to be an Indian. Unlike stars like SRK who stick to the big production houses like YRF, Dharma, Akshay has worked with the small producers and new directors, has taken risks in playing roles like Special 23, Rustom. It’s a known fact that Salman releases his big movie on Eid, SRK on Diwali, Aamir on Christmas, Akshay doesn’t play the occasion game. The big stars do 1-2 movies per year, Akshay Kumar does 3-4 movies a year.
7. His Struggle, Hard Work, and Success Story.
Every success story begins with a failure. Akshay has tasted a lot of failures in his career, his story is truly a rags to riches story. Akshay is a perfect example of how dedication and hard work always pays off. From the confined streets of Chandni Chowk to being a chef in Bangkok, from teaching martial arts to becoming the one of the highest paid actors in the world. Earlier in his career despite his movies doing good business, the critics called him a failed actor, but negativity wasn’t an option. He tried again, improved himself, made himself one of the best. Akshay has never won a Filmfare award for the best actor, he isn’t hungry for awards or success, he believes in doing good work, he believes in entertaining his fans. That’s success for him.
