Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar turns 54: Decoding some of Akshay's best recent performances

He came, he performed, and he conquered, quite literally!

Akshay Kumar who made his Bollywood debut in 1991 with 'Saugandh', never had a filmi connection or a godfather in the industry, but with a career spanning three decades, the 'Bell Bottom' star has proven that he is the true 'Khiladi' of Bollywood. Here are the some of Akshay Kumar's biggest recent blockbusters.

Mission Mangal | 2019

2019 film 'Mission Mangal' is loosely based on the life of scientists at the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), and it chronicled the impressive work that they do. The film told the story of ISRO scientists who were behind the Mars Orbiter Mission, India’s first interplanetary expedition. With an ensemble cast of Akshay Kumar, Vidya Balan, Taapsee Pannu, Nithya Menen, Kirti Kulhari, Sharman Joshi and others, the film was a runaway hit.

Good Newwz | 2019

Akshay Kumar knows how to tickle the funny bone too. For 'Good Newzz', he teamed up with Kareena Kapoor Khan, Diljit Dosanjh and Kiara Advani for a wholesome family entertainer. The film was based on in-vitro fertilisation which may be sensitive for many, but with a generous mix of comedy, the film managed to win over the hearts of the audiences, and also excelled at the box office.

Kesari | 2019

'Kesari' was touted as one of Akshay Kumar's best films It was based on the Battle of Saragarhi, where 21 courageous Sikh soldiers fought against 10,000 British invaders. Akshay plays the role of Havildar Ishar Singh, a Sikh soldier who lead the bravehearts. The film oozes of patriotic flavour and is bound to leave you with goosebumps.

Laxmii | 2020

With theatres shut owing to the Covid-19 induced lockdown, makers of Akshay Kumar-starrer 'Laxmii' had to opt for a digital release. A horror-comedy, 'Laxmii' was intended to demolish stereotypes about the transgender community. Akshay Kumar's energy in the film was unparalleled, and will remind you of his 2007 film 'Bhool Bhulaiyaa'.

Bell Bottom | 2021

Akshay Kumar's latest offering 'Bell Bottom' had a different impact, as fans were finally able to watch the movie on the big screen, with theatres starting to open up post lockdown. 'Bell Bottom' is based on the plane hijack that took India by storm in the 1980s. Akshay plays a RAW agent, who saves Indians held hostages on a hijacked plane.