Akshay Kumar is one of the most successful Actors in the bollywood Film Industry . Since he is trained in martial arts so he is also known as the “Indian Jackie Chan “. In 2011 , Government of India awarded him ” Padma Shri” which is the fourth highest civilian award given to any indian citizen. According to “Forbes ” Akshay Kumar is the fourth highest paid actor in the world ( 2019 ) and the highest paid actor in India (2019).
For his contribution to the Indian Cinema industry , University of Windsor conferred an honorary Doctorate to him in 2008
Akshay Kumar is highly popular on social media platforms among his followers and fan. he has over 34.6 million followers on his Instagram Account.
Biography / Wiki :-
Real Name | Rajiv Hari Om Bhatia |
Nickname | Akki, Raju, Om and Mr. Khiladi |
Known Name | Akshay Kumar |
Date of Birth | September 09 ,1967 |
Age | 56 years ( as of 2024) |
Birthplace | Amritsar, Punjab, India |
Hometown | Mumbai , Maharashtra , India |
Current Residence | Mumbai , Maharashtra , India |
Nationality | Canadian & Indian |
Profession | Bollywood Actor & Film Producer |
Martial Status | Married |
Girlfriend / Affairs | Pooja Batra |
Ayesha Jhulka | |
Raveena Tandon | |
Rekha | |
Shilpa Shetty ( Bollywood Actress) | |
Priyanka Chopra ( Bollywood Actress) | |
Twinkle Khanna ( Wife) ( Bollywood Actress) | |
Religion | Hindu |
Date of Marriage | 17th January 2001 |
Place of marriage | Mumbai , Maharashtra |
Zodiac sign | Virgo |
Food Habit | Non-Vegetarian |
Education, Family , Ethnicity & Girlfriend :-
School Name | Don Bosco High School, Mirik, Darjeeling |
College / University | Guru Nanak Khalsa College , Mumbai , Maharashtra |
Educational Qualification | College Dropout |
Ethnicity | Punjabi Rajput |
Father Name | Hari Om Bhatia ( Ex Army officer) |
Mother Name | Aruna Bhatia |
Brother Name | Not applicable |
Sister Name | Alka Bhatia |
Spouse / Wife Name | Twinkle Khanna ( Bollywood Actress) |
Childrens ( Kids) Name | Nitara ( daughter ) & Aarav ( Son) |
From early age , Akshay Kumar has keen interest in Sports & Karate . He Lived and grew up in Delhi’s Chandni Chowk area and later moved to Mumbai when his father left his army job to join as an accountant with UNICEF . He dropped his college and went to Thailand to get training in Martial Arts . During his stay in Thailand he used to work there as a Chef and waiter.
Akshay Kumar married Twinkle Khanna is 2001 who is the daughter of veteran actor Rajesh Khanna and Dimple Kapadia. He is a very protetive father and keeps his childrens away from the media attention.
Career / Awards & Achievements :-
After completing training in Martial Arts from Thailand, Kumar opened his teaching institute of martial arts. One of the father of his martial arts student recommended Akshay Kumar to do modelling and got him a modelling assignment with a Furniture Showroom. He also worked as a assistant photographer and background dancer during the initial years of struggle. In 2008, he hosted the show Fear Factor: Khatron Ke Khiladi.
In 2009, he founded the Hari Om Entertainment production company and Grazing Goat Pictures production company in 2012 . He is also the owner of the team Khalsa Warriors in the World Kabaddi League.
Awards & Achievements | 2004 – Rajiv Gandhi Award for his Outstanding achievements in Bollywood |
2009 – IIFA-FICCI Frames, “Most Powerful Entertainer of the Decade Award” for his contribution to Indian cinema | |
2011- The Asian Awards – Outstanding Achievement in Cinema | |
2019 National Film Award for Best Film on Other Social Issues – Pad Man | |
2002- Best Villain – Ajnabee | |
2006- Best Comedian – Garam Masala | |
2009 – Screen Award for Best Actor (Popular Choice) fpr Singh Is Kinng | |
Won Many Stardust Awards , Big Entertainment awards , Zee Cine Awards etc |
Films :-
- Saugandh
- Dancer
- Khiladi
- Deedar
- Sainik
- Yeh Dillagi
- Jai Kishen
- Mohra
- Main Khiladi Tu Anari
- Suhaag
- Sabse Bada Khiladi
- Khiladiyon Ka Khiladi
- Mr. and Mrs. Khiladi
- International Khiladi
- Hera Pheri
- Dhadkan
- Khiladi 420
- Andaaz
- Garam Masala
- Namastey London
- Housefull
- Special 26
- Housefull 3
- Pad Man
- Toilet: Ek Prem Katha
- and many more
Television Serials & Realty Shows :-
- Seven Deadly Arts with Akshay Kumar
- Fear Factor: Khatron Ke Khiladi
- MasterChef India
- The Great Indian Laughter Challenge
- Fear Factor: Khatron Ke Khiladi 9
Net Worth, House & Cars :-
Net Worth | $175 million (approx) / Rs . 1250 Crores |
Monthly Salary / Income | Rs . 25-30 Crore per Film & Rs 450 Crore per annum |
House Address | 1) 203 A Wing, Lokhandwala Complex, Andheri (West) , Mumbai 400053 |
2) Ground Floor, Juhu Prime Beach Apartment, Gandhigram Road , Juhu , Mumbai –400049 | |
Cars | Porsche Cayenne |
Honda CRV, | |
Audi | |
Yamaha VMax ( bike ) | |
Harley Davidson |
Favourites :-
Favorite Food | Thai dishes , Chicken Curry , Sarso Da Saag , Makke di roti , Chinese food. |
Favorite Actor | Amitabh Bachchan & Jackie Chan |
Favorite Actress | Sridevi & Kareena Kapoor |
Favorite Color | Black |
Favorite Hobbies | Cooking , Martial Arts , Volleyball & Cricket & Music Listening. |
Favourite Destination | Mauritius & Pattaya |
Figure Measurements , Biceps Size , Height & Weight :-
Hair Color | Black |
Eye Color | Dark Brown |
Tattoo | On Left Shoulder – His Wife nick ” TINA” |
On his back – His son “AARAV” | |
Height | Feet – 5 feet 11 inches |
Meters – 1.80 m | |
Centimeters – 180 cm | |
Weight | In Kilograms – 80 Kg |
Figure Measurements | Biceps Size – 16 |
Waist Size – 34 Inches | |
Hips Size – 36 Inches | |
Shoe Size – 9 US |
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