Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar made a candid confession, stating that while hard work is essential, luck has played the bigger role in his life and career. The actor opened up about the age-old debate between effort and fortune during his appearance on the quiz reality show 'Wheels of Fortune', which he currently hosts.
Akshay Kumar says luck worked in his favor during his journey as an actor
Speaking on the show, the actor did not mince words. According to IANS, he said, "Aisa main manta hoon, main apne experiences ke upar bata raha hoon; mujhe aisa lagta hain ki hardwork ki jarurat toh hain aur main jamm kar mehnat aur hardwork karta hoon, lekin mere career mein ya mere zindagi mein luck jyaada kaam aaya hain" (I believe this based on my own experiences. I feel that hard work is necessary, and I work very hard with full dedication, but in my career and life, luck has played a bigger role).
Akshay Kumar gives a reality check for struggling actors
Akshay Kumar went further, drawing from what he witnesses every day on film sets. He pointed out that he regularly comes across thousands of young, aspiring actors who are more talented or better looking than him yet remain unknown, simply because luck has not favored them despite their best efforts to break into the industry. This serves as a sobering reality check for many who believe talent alone guarantees success.
Akshay Kumar's journey
Akshay Kumar has been a cornerstone of Hindi cinema for over three decades, with a filmography spanning hits like 'Hera Pheri', 'Kesari', 'Jolly LLB', 'Housefull', and the 'Khiladi' franchise. He was most recently seen in 'Bhoot Bangla', where his performance earned him strong reviews. Directed by Priyadarshan, the film is raking good numbers at the box office. He will next feature in Priyadarshan's 'Haiwaan' and Ahmed Khan's 'Welcome to the Jungle'.
Reflecting on his own path, Kumar acknowledged that hard work is non-negotiable, but he credited luck for the extraordinary success he has achieved. His statement has sparked discussions among fans and industry peers about the unpredictable nature of show business.
