Khel Khel Mein actor Akshay Kumar urges Bollywood to take comedy more seriously: ‘Why do we belittle it so much?’
Akshay Kumar, also known as Khiladi Kumar, is a versatile actor in Hindi cinema who has been entertaining audiences for many years. While he has worked in various genres, comedy has always been a strong point for him. Some of his notable comedy films include Hera Pheri, Garam Masala, Mujhse Shaadi Karogi, Heyy Babyy, and more. With his upcoming film Khel Khel Mein, Akshay is once again showcasing his comedy skills. In a recent interview with Pinkvilla, he expressed his desire for comedy to be taken more seriously in Bollywood.
Akshay questioned why comedy is often overlooked in the industry and why comedy films rarely receive prestigious awards. He also mentioned the lack of recognition for actors who excel in comic roles. Akshay even referenced legendary comedians like Charlie Chaplin, Jim Carey, and Jackie Chan to emphasize the importance of comedy in films.
In another interview with Forbes India, Akshay revealed that transitioning from action to comedy was a significant turning point in his career. He shared how he was initially typecast in action roles but found success in comedy with films like Hera Pheri. Despite facing challenges, Akshay proved himself as a versatile actor by taking on diverse roles.
Khel Khel Mein, Akshay’s upcoming film, is an official remake of an Italian movie and is set to release on Independence Day. Along with this film, Akshay has a lineup of exciting projects in the works, including Welcome To The Jungle, Skyforce, Singham Again, Hera Pheri 3, and Jolly LLB 3.