Akshay Kumar Cautions Bollywood Debutants: Steer Clear of 3-Film Deals

The 2025 Filmfare Awards ceremony last month witnessed a heartwarming reunion between Bollywood superstars Akshay Kumar and Shah Rukh Khan. During their on-stage banter, Akshay took the opportunity to share some valuable advice with aspiring actors in the industry.

Responding to Shah Rukh's question about what guidance he would offer newcomers, Akshay was quick to caution against the prevalent practice of signing 3-film deals with producers. Citing the recent success of the streaming hit "The Ba***ds of Bollywood," Akshay highlighted the pitfalls of such restrictive contracts, which can often limit the creative freedom of debutants.

"You must have seen what our hero had to go through. The film makes it clear what a debutant should and should not do. Do not sign a 3-movie deal. Give your debutant freedom, allow them to run away," Akshay advised, emphasizing the importance of allowing newcomers to explore their potential without being tied down.

Elaborating further on his own approach to work, the seasoned actor shared his belief that "money attracts money, and similarly, work attracts money." He believes that no role is too small, as long as the story and the movie are good, and he wants to be a part of history.

Akshay's candid remarks during the Filmfare Awards have struck a chord within the film industry, resonating with the real-life experiences of several newcomers who have faced setbacks due to restrictive multi-film contracts.