Akshay Kumar (born Rajiv Hari Om Bhatia on 9 September 1967) is an Indian film actor.He has appeared in over a hundred Hindi films.
He was initially known for his action films, where he often performed many dangerous stunts, and then eventually gained fame for his drama, romance and comedy roles. During the 1990s, Kumar primarily acted in action films such as Khiladi (1992), Mohra (1994), Sabse Bada Khiladi (1995), and Khiladiyon Ka Khiladi (1996), and was particularly known for his appearances in feature films commonly called the ""Khiladi series"".
He also performed in romantic films like Yeh Dillagi (1994) and Dhadkan (2000) as well as dramatic films such as Ek Rishtaa (2001).
His comic performances in films such as Hera Pheri (2000), Mujhse Shaadi Karogi (2004), Garam Masala (2005) and Waqt: The Race Against Time (2005) met with acclaim.
His success further rose in 2007, when he starred in four consecutive commercial hits.
In 2008, the University of Windsor in Ontario, Canada conferred an Honorary Doctorate of Law on Kumar in recognition of his contribution to Indian cinema.
In 2009, he was awarded the Padma Shri by the Government of India. He has thus established himself as one of the leading actors in Hindi cinema.
In 2009, Kumar founded the Hari Om Entertainment production company.
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In easy to read chapters, with extensive references and links to get you to know all there is to know about his Early life, Career and Personal life right away: List of awards and nominations received by Akshay Kumar, Saugandh, Dancer (1991 film), Mr Bond, Khiladi, Deedar (1992 film), Ashaant, Dil Ki Baazi, Kayda Kanoon, Waqt Hamara Hai, Sainik, Elaan (1994 film), Yeh Dillagi, Jai Kishen, Mohra, Main Khiladi Tu Anari, Ikke Pe Ikka, Amanaat, Suhaag (1994 film), Nazar Ke Samne, Zakhmi Dil (1994 film), Zaalim, Hum Hain Bemisaal, Paandav, Maidan-E-Jung, Sabse Bada Khiladi, Tu Chor Main Sipahi, Khiladiyon Ka Khiladi, Sapoot, Lahu Ke Do Rang (1997 film), Insaaf (film), Daava, Tarazu, Mr. and Mrs. Khiladi, Dil To Pagal Hai, Aflatoon (film), Keemat - They Are Back, Angaaray (1998 film), Barood, Aarzoo, International Khiladi, Zulmi, Sangharsh (1999 film), Jaanwar, Hera Pheri (2000 film), Dhadkan, Khiladi 420, Ek Rishtaa: The Bond of Love, Ajnabee (2001 film), Haan Maine Bhi Pyaar Kiya, Aankhen (2002 film), Awara Paagal Deewana, Jaani Dushman: Ek Anokhi Kahani, Talaash: The Hunt Begins..., Andaaz, Khakee, Police Force: An Inside Story, Aan: Men at Work, Mujhse Shaadi Karogi, Hatya (2004 film), Aitraaz, Ab Tumhare Hawale Watan Saathiyo, Insan, Bewafaa, Waqt: The Race Against Time, Garam Masala (film), Deewane Huye Paagal, Dosti: Friends Forever, Family: Ties Of Blood, Mere Jeevan Saathi (2006 film), Humko Deewana Kar Gaye, Phir Hera Pheri, Jaan-E-Mann, Bhagam Bhag, Namastey London, Heyy Babyy, Bhool Bhulaiyaa, Om Shanti Om, Welcome (2007 film), Tashan (film), Singh Is Kinng, Jumbo (film), Delhi-6, Chandni Chowk to China, 8 x 10 Tasveer, Kambakkht Ishq, Blue (2009 film), De Dana Dan, Jaane Kahan Se Aayi Hai, Housefull (film), Khatta Meetha (2010 film), Action Replayy, Tees Maar Khan, Patiala House, Thank You (2011 film), Desi Boyz, Joker (2011 film)
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