Akshay Kumar Biography
Full Name: Rajiv Hari Om Bhatia
Date of Birth: September 9, 1967
Birthplace: Amritsar, Punjab, India
Nationality: Indian (formerly Canadian)
Occupation: Actor, Film Producer, Martial Artist
Years Active: 1991–Present
Spouse: Twinkle Khanna (m. 2001)
Children: Aarav Kumar, Nitara Kumar
Parents: Hari Om Bhatia (Father), Aruna Bhatia (Mother)
Early Life and Background
Akshay Kumar was born in Amritsar and raised in Delhi and Mumbai. He developed an early interest in martial arts and trained in Thailand, where he learned Muay Thai. Before entering Bollywood, he worked as a chef and martial arts instructor.
Acting Career
Akshay Kumar made his Bollywood debut with Saugandh (1991), but his breakthrough came with Khiladi (1992), earning him the title “Bollywood’s Khiladi.”
Major Films and Achievements
He is known for his versatility, excelling in action, comedy, and socially relevant films.
- 1990s: Khiladi (1992), Mohra (1994), Sabse Bada Khiladi (1995), Khiladiyon Ka Khiladi (1996)
- 2000s: Hera Pheri (2000), Dhadkan (2000), Mujhse Shaadi Karogi (2004), Garam Masala (2005), Bhool Bhulaiyaa (2007)
- 2010s: Housefull series, Rowdy Rathore (2012), Special 26 (2013), Baby (2015), Airlift (2016), Toilet: Ek Prem Katha (2017), Kesari (2019)
- 2020s: Sooryavanshi (2021), Raksha Bandhan (2022), OMG 2 (2023)
His films often focus on patriotism, social issues, and comedy.
Awards and Honors
- National Film Award (Rustom, 2016)
- Filmfare Awards (Ajnabee, Garam Masala)
- Padma Shri (2009) – India’s fourth-highest civilian award
- Honorary Doctorate (2018) for contributions to cinema
Philanthropy and Social Work
Akshay is known for donating to soldiers’ families, disaster relief, and promoting fitness. He also launched Bharat Ke Veer, a portal to support armed forces families.
Personal Life
He married Twinkle Khanna, daughter of Rajesh Khanna and Dimple Kapadia, in 2001. They have two children, Aarav and Nitara.
Legacy and Influence
Akshay Kumar is one of Bollywood’s highest-paid actors, known for his discipline, fitness, and work ethic. He continues to be a major force in Indian cinema.
