Bollywood’s Khiladi Akshay Kumar Celebrates His 57th Birthday

Born Rajiv Hari Om Bhatia on September 9, 1967, Akshay Kumar, famously known for his impeccable comic timing and high-octane action scenes, has established himself as a Bollywood icon. With a career spanning over three decades, he has appeared in more than 100 films, including classics like Hera Pheri, Pad Man, Namastey London and Bhool Bhulaiya. Recognized for his versatility, Akshay has won multiple prestigious awards,including a National Film Award for Rustom and two Filmfare Awards for Ajnabee and Garam Masala. He was also honored with the Padma Shri and the Asian Award for Outstanding Achievement in Cinema.

On his 57th birthday today, Akshay Kumar surprised his fans by announcing his upcoming film Bhooth Bangla, marking his reunion with acclaimed director Priyadarshan. Known as a fitness enthusiast and one of Bollywood’s highest-paid actors—earning Rs 486 crores annually, according to Forbes—Akshay’s influence extends beyond cinema. He has made strategic investments in diverse industries, including the Fashion Entrepreneur Fund (FEF), agritech solutions, and the beauty sector in partnership with Good Glamm Group. He also co-founded the creator-commerce platform Social Swag and launched his own fashion brand, Force IX.

As one of the most sought-after faces in advertising, Akshay endorses over 30 brands, following are some of the brands:

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