Akshay Kumar unfazed by box office failures; recalls Amitabh Bachchan’s ‘kaam karte rehna beta’ advice | Hindi Movie News Filmymeet

Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar has faced criticism for his recent box office failures, including the disappointing performance of his big-budget film Bade Miyan Chote Miyan. However, the actor remains undeterred, drawing inspiration from the sage advice of veteran actor Amitabh Bachchan.
In a candid interview with Baradwaj Rangan on Galatta Plus, Akshay Kumar addressed the concerns surrounding his prolific work ethic and the backlash he has faced for his string of flops.The actor dismissed the notion of being selective, stating that there is no guarantee that limiting his output to two films per year would result in hits.
Akshay revealed that he dedicated 80 days to the making of Bade Miyan Chote Miyan, which ultimately failed to live up to expectations. When asked about the film’s commercial failure, he posed a rhetorical question, “Kya ukhaad liya (What difference did it make)?”
The actor went on to share the valuable advice he received from Amitabh Bachchan, who himself has weathered career setbacks. “Akshay, kaam karte rehna beta. Kaam ko mat chhorna (Akshay, don’t turn down work),” Bachchan had told him. Akshay said that he learned this lesson from the legendary actor, emphasizing that “Calculation is wrong, manipulation is wrong. Honesty is right, creativity is right. Believing in your luck is right. This is what I’ve learned.”

Despite the criticism he has faced, Akshay Kumar remains determined. He revealed that for his film OMG 2, he only dedicated 12 days to the project, as he does not want to impose himself on filmmakers and producers for longer than necessary. Additionally, he is currently working on Jolly LLB 3, which has kept him occupied for 45 days.
Akshay’s filmography is a testament to his versatility, ranging from action thrillers and comedies to social dramas. While he has experienced a string of recent flops, including Bade Miyan Chote Miyan, Raksha Bandhan, and Selfiee, the actor remains confident in his approach.
As Akshay Kumar gears up for the release of his highly anticipated film Sarfira, an official adaptation of the Tamil hit Soorarai Pottru, he continues to explore diverse roles and collaborations. The actor will also be seen in Rohit Shetty‘s Singham Again, and he has a special cameo appearance in the Telugu fantasy-drama Kannappa. Additionally, Akshay is currently filming Jolly LLB 3, with his Jolly LLB Arshad Warsi .