Akshay Kumar Firmly Corrects Fan’s Overfamiliar Gesture During Airport Photo
Bollywood star Akshay Kumar, known for his disciplined persona both on and off screen, recently displayed a moment of candid assertiveness at Mumbai’s bustling airport. Accompanied by his young daughter Nitara Bhatia as they prepared to depart the city, Kumar found himself surrounded by enthusiastic admirers eager for snapshots. Dressed casually in a black shirt paired with olive green trousers, the actor obliged the requests but swiftly drew a boundary when one fan crossed into personal space.
The incident, captured in a brief video circulating on Instagram, unfolded amid the terminal’s hurried atmosphere. As a cluster of fans gathered around him, Kumar suggested they organize into a neat group to facilitate the photographs. However, one individual positioned beside him casually draped an arm over the actor’s shoulder—a gesture that prompted an immediate response. “Haath niche rakho,” Kumar instructed sharply in Hindi, translating to “Keep your hand down.” The fan complied without hesitation, removing his arm as Kumar proceeded on his way, his expression shifting to a polite smile.
The clip quickly garnered attention online, sparking a wave of supportive commentary from viewers who praised Kumar’s poise under pressure. One commenter emphasized the importance of fundamental courtesy, stating, “At least know your basics, how to behave. He’s not your uncle’s son. No wonder the celebs behave rudely at times, unable to keep their calm anymore.” Another defended the reaction unequivocally: “He did nothing wrong. If anyone keeps their hand on anyone without permission/they will react the same.” A third user echoed the sentiment, adding, “He is absolutely right. Why do you need to touch celebrities without asking their consent? Good job, Akshay, for teaching him very basic etiquette.”
This exchange underscores the delicate balance celebrities navigate in public settings, where admiration can sometimes blur into intrusion. Kumar, ever the professional, handled the situation with brevity, ensuring the interaction remained light-hearted despite the correction.
On the professional front, Kumar’s slate remains packed with anticipated projects. He is set to reunite with Saif Ali Khan in Priyadarshan’s upcoming thriller Haiwaan, backed by KVN Productions in collaboration with Thespian Films, and co-produced by Venkat K Narayana and Shailaja Desai Fenn. Further down the line, audiences can look forward to his appearance in the horror-comedy Bhooth Bangla.
Kumar’s most recent outing, Subhash Kapoor’s Jolly LLB 3, arrived in theaters on September 19 to solid reception. In the courtroom drama, he reprises his iconic role opposite Arshad Warsi, with the pair clashing in a high-stakes legal showdown. The ensemble cast includes Huma Qureshi, Amrita Rao, and Seema Biswas, while Gajraj Rao takes on the villainous lead and Biswas embodies a heartbroken mother figure.