Akshay Kumar
# Akshay Kumar Bio for BollyHits Akshay Kumar, fondly known as "Khiladi Kumar," is basically the embodiment of Bollywood's action-hero evolution. Over a career spanning more than three decades, he's starred in over 150 films and become one of the most prolific and bankable names in Hindi cinema. Starting his journey in 1991, he exploded onto the scene with the 1992 action thriller *Khiladi*, which didn't just launch his career—it defined an entire era of Hindi action cinema. Since then, he's racked up two National Film Awards, two Filmfare Awards, and the prestigious Padma Shri, India's fourth-highest civilian honour. The numbers speak for themselves: from 2015 to 2020, Forbes consistently ranked him among the world's highest-paid celebrities, making him the only Indian on their global list between 2019 and 2020. What makes Akshay genuinely special is his refusal to be boxed in. While the '90s saw him dominate as an action hero through films like *Mohra*, *Khiladiyon Ka Khiladi*, and *Khakee*, he smartly pivoted to show his romantic side with hits like *Dhadkan* and *Namastey London*, and proved he's hilarious with comedies like *Bhool Bhulaiyaa* and *Singh Is Kinng*. His 2007 winning streak with four consecutive box-office hits was a game-changer that cemented his mainstream dominance. Beyond just entertaining audiences, Akshay's brought a level of versatility and professionalism to Bollywood that's influenced how action and comedy stars operate today. Whether he's doing a period drama or
Awards & Nominations
Kumar has been recipient of two Filmfare Awards from 17 nominations: Best Villain for Ajnabee (2002) and Best Comedian for Garam Masala (2006), and a National Film Award for Best Actor for the films Rustom and Airlift (both 2016). In 2008, the University of Windsor conferred an honorary Doctorate of Law on Kumar in recognition of his contribution to Indian cinema. The following year, he was awarded the Padma Shri by the Government of India. In 2011, The Asian Awards honoured Kumar for his outstanding achievement in Cinema.
Filmography
Welcome to the Jungle
2026
Bhooth Bangla
2026
Sky Force
2025
Jolly LLB 3
2025
Kesari Chapter 2
2025
Housefull 5
2025
Khel Khel Mein
2024
Bade Miyan Chote Miyan
2024
Bade Miyan Chote Miyan
2024
Singham Again
2024
Sarfira
2024
Mission Raniganj
2023
Selfiee
2023
OMG 2
2023
Raksha Bandhan
2022
Bachchhan Paandey
2022
Ram Setu
2022
Cuttputlli
2022
Samrat Prithviraj
2022
Sooryavanshi
2021
Bell Bottom
2021
Atrangi Re
2021
Laxmii
2020
Mission Mangal
2019
Kesari
2019
Good Newwz
2019
Housefull 4
2019
Pad Man
2018
Toilet: Ek Prem Katha
2017
Jolly LLB 2
2017
Housefull 3
2016
Airlift
2016
Brothers
2015
Baby
2015
Singh Is Bliing
2015
Gabbar Is Back
2015
Baby
2015
Entertainment
2014
Holiday: A Soldier Is Never Off Duty
2014
The Shaukeens
2014
Boss
2013
Once Upon ay Time in Mumbai Dobaara!
2013
Special 26
2013
OMG – Oh My God!
2012
Khiladi 786
2012
Joker
2012
Rowdy Rathore
2012
Housefull 2
2012
Desi Boyz
2011
Chalo Dilli
2011
Thank You
2011
Patiala House
2011
Action Replayy
2010
Tees Maar Khan
2010
Khatta Meetha
2010
Jaane Kahan Se Aayi Hai
2010
Housefull
2010
Blue
2009
Kambakkht Ishq
2009
8 x 10 Tasveer
2009
Chandni Chowk to China
2009
De Dana Dan
2009
Tashan
2008
Singh Is Kinng
2008
Jumbo
2008
Namastey London
2007
Bhool Bhulaiyaa
2007
Welcome
2007
Heyy Babyy
2007
Humko Deewana Kar Gaye
2006
Mere Jeevan Saathi
2006
Phir Hera Pheri
2006
Jaan-E-Mann
2006
Bhagam Bhag
2006
Garam Masala
2005
Waqt: The Race Against Time
2005
Dosti: Friends Forever
2005
Deewane Huye Paagal
2005
Bewafaa
2005
Insan
2005
Aan: Men at Work
2004
Meri Biwi Ka Jawaab Nahin
2004
Police Force: An Inside Story
2004
Mujhse Shaadi Karogi
2004
Khakee
2004
Hatya
2004
Ab Tumhare Hawale Watan Saathiyo
2004
Aitraaz
2004
Andaaz
2003
Talaash: The Hunt Begins...
2003
Haan Maine Bhi Pyaar Kiya
2002
Awara Paagal Deewana
2002
Aankhen
2002
Jaani Dushman: Ek Anokhi Kahani
2002
Ajnabee
2001
Ek Rishtaa: The Bond of Love
2001
Khiladi 420
2000
Hera Pheri
2000
Dhadkan
2000
International Khiladi
1999
Aarzoo
1999
Jaanwar
1999
Zulmi
1999
Sangharsh
1999
Keemat – They Are Back
1998
Barood
1998
Angaaray
1998
Tarazu
1997
Mr. and Mrs. Khiladi
1997
Lahu Ke Do Rang
1997
Insaaf
1997
Dil To Pagal Hai
1997
Daava
1997
Aflatoon
1997
Khiladiyon Ka Khiladi
1996
Tu Chor Main Sipahi
1996
Sapoot
1996
Maidan-E-Jung
1995
Nazar Ke Samne
1995
Paandav
1995
Zaalim
1994
Yeh Dillagi
1994
Suhaag
1994
Mohra
1994
Main Khiladi Tu Anari
1994
Jai Kishen
1994
Ikke Pe Ikka
1994
Elaan
1994
Hum Hain Bemisaal
1994
Amaanat
1994
Zakhmi Dil
1994
Kayda Kanoon
1993
Dil Ki Baazi
1993
Ashaant
1993
Sainik
1993
Waqt Hamara Hai
1993
Khiladi
1992
Mr Bond
1992
Saugandh
1991
Dancer
1991