As far as Bollywood industry is concerned, many of the male celebrities have achieved an almost deified prestige like Amir Khan, Shahrukh Khan, and the legendary Amitabh Bachchan. But in Hindi cinema, few men could fit the description of flexibility where recognized excellence is not only limited to acting career and the most proverbial character in this category is named Akshay Kumar. Ashkay Kumar is very well-known for his awards in multiple genres going beyond the core foundation of acting and theatrics. In fact, it is more difficult to name another male Bollywood celebrity as a strictly multi-gifted star in comparison.
Akshay Kumar’s proficiency in acting is centered on a very unusually applied genre in Hindi cinema – action. His appearance in action films is a testament to his martial arts prowess. Before he became an actor, he was already a taekwondo black belter. When he moved to Thailand, his prowess evolved after taking Muay Thai as a recreational activity while working as in the restaurant both as a waiter and cook. Askay’s discovery took place when he returned to India to teach martial arts that incorporated all his practical learning during his stay in Thailand.
For his skill in martial arts and his application of it in film acting, he was dubbed as “The Jackie Chan” of India. But it is not only that sentimental accolade which he received due to his performance. In 2008 he was awarded with a ceremonial Japanese sword and a black belt in Gojuryu Karate. He also received an honorary doctorate degree of law in Canada’s University of Windsor due to his important involvements in social works. Lastly, he received the Padma Shri state award, the fourth highest national accolade in India. Not counting these non-cinematic tributes, he garnered over 58 awards praising his performance in the Hindi film industry.
Read another post about Twinkle Khanna, Akshay Kumar's wife here.
