Akshay Kumar has been in the spotlight since the start of the year, though initially for all the wrong reasons—his films were underperforming at the box office. However, things are looking up for the Bollywood superstar as he gears up for one of the biggest action films of his career, directed by the man who orchestrated Shah Rukh Khan’s successful comeback, Siddharth Anand.
Akshay Kumar’s Recent Struggles and Successes
Akshay Kumar has had a mixed year at the box office. While he delivered three films—Bade Miyan Chote Miyan, Sarfira, and Khel Khel Mein—only the latter two garnered some praise. However, they struggled to recover their budgets. Despite this, Akshay has several big projects lined up, including Sky Force and Welcome to the Jungle.
Most recently, Khel Khel Mein showcased Akshay in a style that fans have longed to see—the comedic Akki they love. His cameo in Shraddha Kapoor’s Stree 2 also received positive feedback, reaffirming his appeal in light-hearted roles. But now, the actor is set to return to his action roots in a film that could redefine his career.
The Big Announcement: Akshay Kumar Joins Hands with Siddharth Anand
Siddharth Anand, known for elevating Bollywood’s action genre with hits like Bang Bang, War, Pathaan, and the upcoming Fighter, is preparing to make waves at the box office once again. He has a slate of seven major films in the pipeline, including King starring Shah Rukh Khan, Jewel Thief with Saif Ali Khan, Krrish 4 featuring Hrithik Roshan, and more.
Amidst these projects, it has been revealed that Siddharth Anand will collaborate with Akshay Kumar on a high-octane action film. The film will be directed by Milan Luthria, known for his work on Once Upon a Time in Mumbaai and The Dirty Picture. According to a report from Pinkvilla, discussions between Akshay Kumar and Siddharth Anand had been ongoing for some time, and they finally agreed to move forward with this project. Milan Luthria, along with writer Rajat Arora and Siddharth Anand, felt that Akshay was the perfect fit for the film after the script was finalized.
Akshay Kumar’s Excitement for the Role
Akshay Kumar, known for his love of action-packed roles, is thrilled to work with Siddharth Anand. He believes that this film is exactly what he needs at this point in his career. The actor has expressed his excitement about taking on new challenges and bringing a never-before-seen avatar to the screen.
While Akshay has appeared in several action films in recent years, most have not performed well at the box office. However, with Siddharth Anand at the helm, there is renewed hope that this film could reignite Akshay’s standing as one of Bollywood’s top action stars.
The Man Behind Shah Rukh Khan’s Comeback
Siddharth Anand is no stranger to delivering blockbuster hits. He was instrumental in Shah Rukh Khan’s triumphant return to the big screen after the disappointing performance of Zero in 2018. Following a four-year break, Shah Rukh made his comeback in 2023 with Pathaan, directed by Siddharth Anand. Co-starring Deepika Padukone, the film was an instant hit, earning over ₹1000 crores worldwide and becoming the first blockbuster of the year.
With Siddharth Anand’s track record and Akshay Kumar’s eagerness to return to his action hero roots, this new collaboration promises to be one of the most anticipated films in the coming years. As Akshay continues to rebuild his career, this film could be the one that sets him back on top.
