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Akshay Kumar Protected Lara Dutta & Priyanka Chopra
10 Apr
Summary
- Akshay Kumar ensured new actresses felt safe, not exploited.
- He guided Lara Dutta and Priyanka Chopra with zero advantage.
- Dutta called Kumar her 'friend, philosopher and guide'.

Lara Dutta has shared fond memories of her early Bollywood career, highlighting Akshay Kumar's crucial support during the filming of Andaaz.
Dutta stated that Kumar provided a sense of security on set, ensuring that she and co-star Priyanka Chopra felt protected from any form of exploitation.
She described Kumar as a 'friend, philosopher and guide,' acknowledging his role in helping them navigate the industry as ambitious newcomers with little guidance.
Kumar's street-smart understanding of the film business was instrumental, providing a strong foundation for Dutta's career launch.
Their collaborations, alongside films like Mujhse Shaadi Karogi and Aitraaz, later fueled media speculation.
Priyanka Chopra is now married to Nick Jonas, while Akshay Kumar has been married to Twinkle Khanna for 25 years.