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Akshay Kumar and Shilpa Shetty: A near-marriage and career comeback
6 Sep
Summary
- Filmmaker Suneel Darshan claims Akshay Kumar and Shilpa Shetty were close to marriage.
- Darshan's film 'Jaanwar' revived Akshay Kumar's career after several flops.
- Akshay Kumar is set to star in a Hindi remake of 'Oppam' in September 2026.
Filmmaker Suneel Darshan recently shared insights into Akshay Kumar's past, including a relationship with Shilpa Shetty that was reportedly close to culminating in marriage. Darshan suggested that misunderstandings led to their eventual breakup.
During a period when Akshay Kumar faced a string of unsuccessful films, his career trajectory was uncertain. However, Darshan's 1999 directorial venture, 'Jaanwar,' starring Akshay and Shilpa, became a significant box office success. This film is credited with launching Akshay's stardom and reviving numerous shelved projects.
Following the success of 'Jaanwar,' several of Akshay's films that were on hold, such as 'Hera Pheri' and 'Dhadkan,' were released and found success. Darshan noted that this marked the beginning of a sustained career for Akshay, spanning over 25 years.
Looking ahead, Akshay Kumar is preparing for the release of 'Haiwaan,' a Hindi adaptation of the Malayalam film 'Oppam.' Directed by Priyadarshan, this project will reunite Akshay with Saif Ali Khan after a 17-year gap and is scheduled for theatrical release on September 11, 2026.
