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.