Akshay Kumar

Date of Birth: September 9, 1967

Zodiac Sign: Virgo

Biography

Akshay Kumar, born Rajiv Hari Om Bhatia, is an Indian-born Canadian actor, film producer, martial artist, and television personality who has appeared in over 150 films. Known for his versatility, Kumar has established himself as one of the most prominent and highest-paid actors in Bollywood. He was born on September 9, 1967, in Amritsar, Punjab, India, and raised in Delhi and Mumbai. Kumar began his career in the film industry in the 1990s, quickly gaining recognition for his performances in action films. Over the years, he expanded his repertoire to include comedy, drama, and romance, earning critical acclaim and a massive fan following. Some of his most notable films include “Khiladi,” “Hera Pheri,” “Bhool Bhulaiyaa,” “Rowdy Rathore,” and “Toilet: Ek Prem Katha.” In addition to his acting career, Kumar has been involved in various philanthropic activities, supporting causes related to health, education, and disaster relief. He has also hosted several reality TV shows and worked as a producer, further solidifying his status as a multifaceted entertainment personality.

5 Interesting Facts about Akshay Kumar

1. Akshay Kumar was awarded the Padma Shri, India’s fourth-highest civilian award, by the Government of India in 2009 for his contributions to Indian cinema.

2. He is a trained martial artist and has a black belt in Taekwondo. He also studied Muay Thai in Thailand before entering the film industry.

3. Kumar holds the record for the highest number of movies in a single year by a Bollywood actor, having appeared in up to five films in a year on multiple occasions.

4. He is known for performing his own stunts, earning him the nickname “Indian Jackie Chan.”

5. Akshay Kumar became a Canadian citizen in the early 2010s, which has occasionally stirred controversy in India.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Akshay Kumar

1. “I always call myself a stuntman first and then an actor.”

2. “Work is work, but family is for life. That’s what really matters to me.”

3. “I believe in doing my own stunts. I like the thrill and it keeps me fit.”

4. “Success is not permanent and failure is not final.”

5. “I’ve always believed in the power of hard work, and I think that’s what has gotten me this far.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

Akshay Kumar’s highest net worth is estimated to be around $325 million.

Children

Akshay Kumar has two children with his wife, Twinkle Khanna. Their son, Aarav Bhatia, was born in 2002, and their daughter, Nitara Kumar, was born in 2012.