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Akshay Kumar Biography, Age, Height, Wife, Children, Family, Facts, Caste, Wiki & More

Updated On : February 4, 2021

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Short Biography

Akshay Kumar was born on September 9, 1967, in Amritsar in the state of Punjab, India. He is a well-known Film Actor in the Indian cinema. His original name is Rajiv Hari Om Bhatia. Along with acting, he is also a Martial Artist, Film Producer, and TV Host.

Akshay Kumar Complete Bio & Career

Rajiv Hari Om Bhatia is widely known as Akshay Kumar. He was born on 9 September 1967. He is an actor, producer, and television artist. He gained his education from  Guru Nanak Khalsa College of arts, science, and commerce. He also practiced martial arts and underwent training for the same. Then he was recommended to pursue a career in modeling and he did it. Initially, he served as the background dancer in numerous films. Eventually, he was signed for the movie, Deedar produced by Pramod Chakravarthy.
 
His first movie in the lead role was in 1991 titled, Saugandh along with Raakhee and Shantipriya. His next movie was Khiladi by Abbas Mustan which was a big hit. A movie named, Mohra in which he appeared along with Raveena Tandon was the biggest opener of the year. His movie, Khiladiyon ka Khiladi was also successful. He did a supporting role in a film named, Dil Toh Pagal hai in 1997. In 2000, he did a comedy film named, Hera Pheri which proved to be a turning point in his career. He appeared along with Shilpa Shetty and Sunil Shetty in a romantic Drama film named, Dhadkan. He is widely known in the industry for performing daring stunts in his movies.
 
The movie, Ajnabee featured him in a negative role. He worked with the legendary actor, Amitabh Bachchan in the movie, Khakee. He essayed the role of Sunny in the movie, Mujhse Shadi Karogi. Other films done by him include Aitraaz, Bewaffa, and Garam Masala. He did one mystery film, Bhagam Bhag. He did a cameo role in the movie, Om Shaanti Om. His biggest hit films include Heyy Babyy, Bhool Bhulaiya, and welcome. He was also seen as a host on the show, fear Factor-Khatron Ke Khiladi. There was no looking back after this. Kumar gave all hits after 2007. In 2010, his movie, Housefull did superb well on the box office. In 2016, his movie airlift was released. Movie Rustom gained immense praise for him. His upcoming project includes a movie named, Prithviraj By Yash Raj films.

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Honours & Awards

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Padma Shri Civilian Award 2009 Arts

Akshay Kumar Family, Relatives and Other Relations

He was born to Hari Om Bhatia and Aruna Bhatia. He has a sister named Alka Bhatia. He married his co-star and longtime girlfriend Twinkle Khanna (daughter of superstar Rajesh Khanna & Dimple Kapadia) in 2001. The couple is blessed with a son Aarav Kumar and a daughter Nitara Kumar. Actress Rinke Khanna is his sister-in-law. Bollywood actor Karan Kapadia is his cousin-in-law who is a son of actress Simple Kapadia.

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Body Measurements

Chest Size 42
Biceps Size 16
Waist Size 34
Skin Colour Fair
Eye Colour Dark Brown
Hair Colour Salt & Pepper

Personal Info

Home Town Amritsar
Nationality Indian
Religion Hindu
Address Ground Floor, Juhu Prime Beach Apartment, Gandhigram Road, Juhu, Mumbai – 400049
School Don Bosco High School, Mirik, Darjeeling
College Guru Nanak Khalsa College (King's Circle) Mumbai
Qualification N/A
Hobbies Cooking and Playing Sports
Marital Status Married
Debut Film Debut: Saugandh (1991)
Best Movies Mohra (1994), Dhadkan (2000), Namaste London (2007), Special 26 (2013), and Airlift (2016) among various others
Salary INR 40 Crores Per Film
Net Worth US$150 million
Official Website N/A

Collections

Bike Collections Honda XRV 750, Yamaha Vmax and Harley Davidson V-Rod
Car Collections Porsche Cayenne, Rolls Royce Phantom, and Bentley Continental Flying Spur among others

Favourites

Favorite Color Blue
Favorite Actress Sridevi Kapoor
Favorite Actor Ranveer Singh , Kamal Haasan , Rajesh Khanna
Favorite Film Director Sanjay Leela Bhansali
Favorite Movie Life is Beautiful
Favorite Place Toronto, Mauritius
Favorite Food Thai Green Chicken Curry, Miso Soup, Sushi, Sashimi, Chocolate Fudge

Shocking / Interesting Facts & Secrets About Akshay Kumar

  • He is devoted to his fitness and does Swimming and Kickboxing for the same.
  • He promoted an app, Bharat Ke Veer to donate money for the soldiers.
  • He takes a keen interest in sports.

Akshay Kumar Age, Birthday Facts and Birthday Countdown

57 years, 1month, 24 days old age Akshay Kumar will turn 58 on 09 September, 2025. Only 10 months, 6 days, 9 hours,53 minutes has left for his next birthday.

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