Renowned for his compelling charisma and expansive array of memorable characters, Bollywood megastar Akshay Kumar is no stranger to the silver screen. With an enviable portfolio that includes an array of different cinematic styles, Kumar has continuously endeared himself to fans worldwide. His upcoming feature ‘Bade Miyan Chote Miyan’, in which he stars with fellow heartthrob Tiger Shroff, is poised to hit theatres on April 10, coinciding with the festive occasion of Eid. In a candid exchange, Kumar discussed his penchant for embracing a spectrum of genres within his film career.
His adaptability has seen him bring to life characters ranging from impassioned real-life figures to those who elicit hearty laughs, as well as performing in high-octane action scenes. Akshay Kumar’s filmography is as varied as it is engaging. In delving into his motivations for such a diversified trajectory, Kumar shared, “I don’t stick to one kind of genre. I keep on jumping from one genre to another. Whether successful or unsuccessful, from the beginning of my career that is what I have done and nobody can stop me. From social to comedy, and action, I will always keep it different. I won’t stick to just one depending on what’s working. I start getting bored and want to try something new. Whether it’s ‘Toilet’, ‘Airlift’ or ‘Rustom’, and many others. Sometimes it’s a success and sometimes it’s not, but you just have to keep working hard.”
The buzz for ‘Bade Miyan Chote Miyan’ is palpable as expectations climb towards its release. Channeling optimism, Akshay Kumar expressed hope for its outcome, remarking, “I’m keeping my fingers crossed that it will bring us all some good luck.” The film promises an adrenaline-fueled ride featuring Akshay and Tiger as two larger-than-life characters embroiled in a mission against the enigmatic antagonist played by Prithviraj Sukumaran. Bolstering the cast are Ronit Roy, Alay F, Manushi Chhillar, and Sonakshi Sinha. The project, helmed by Pooja Entertainment and AAZ Films, is slated for a box-office showdown with Ajay Devgn’s ‘Maidaan’. Under the directorial vision of Ali Abbas Zafar, ‘Bade Miyan Chote Miyan’ spans several grand locales including Mumbai, London, Abu Dhabi, Scotland, and Jordan.
Akshay Kumar’s slate of forthcoming projects is as ambitious as it is eclectic. Audiences can look forward to his appearance in ‘Housefull 5’, as well as the Hindi adaptation of ‘Soorarai Pottru’, aptly retitled ‘Sarfira’. Additionally, his film portfolio includes the ensemble film ‘Welcome to the Jungle’, a cameo in the extended universe of Rohit Shetty’s ‘Singham Again’, ‘Khel Khel Mein’, ‘Sky Force’, and also ‘Vedat Marathe Veer Daudle Saat’, a Marathi film wherein he portrays the legendary Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. Moreover, he is set to feature in ‘The Untold Story of C Sankaran Nair’, and the highly anticipated ‘Hera Pheri 3’.
Akshay Kumar’s career narrative is reflective of an artist unafraid to refine his craft across diverse backdrops. He remains steadfast in his commitment to fresh and challenging roles, driven perhaps by an inherent restlessness and a passion for the art of storytelling. As Kumar stands on the cusp of releasing ‘Bade Miyan Chote Miyan’, both his past achievements and his future endeavors signify an unwavering dedication to cinematic exploration and an enduring connection with his audience—a testament to a star who continues to shine with an unstoppable fervor.
