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After reigning over the box office with multiple consecutive hits for years, Bollywood star Akshay Kumar is currently going through a rough patch, with most of his films bombing miserably. Following the massive debacle of Bade Miyan Chote Miyan earlier this year, Akshay’s latest release, Sarfira — a remake of the Tamil film Soorarai Pottru, which earned actor Suriya his first National Film Award for Best Actor — also flopped, deepening his struggles. Made at an estimated overall budget of Rs 100 crore, according to India TV, Sarfira has minted just Rs 21.5 crore in the domestic market, industry tracker Sacnilk reported, though it’s been 12 days since its release.
Nevertheless, Akshay is hopeful that the tides will turn eventually and mentioned that failures teach one the value of success. Commenting on his recent streak of flops, the actor told Forbes India, “Behind every film there is a lot of blood, sweat and passion that goes in. It is heart-breaking to see any film fail. But you have to learn to see the silver lining. Every failure teaches you the value of success and increases the hunger for it even further. Luckily, I learnt to deal with it earlier on in my career. Of course, it hurts and impacts you, but that won’t change the fate of the film. It’s not something which is in your control… what is in your control is to work harder, make amends and give it your all to your next film. That’s how I channel my energy and try to move on to the next, focusing my energy where it matters the most.”
Pointing out that his secrets to success have been his discipline and work ethic, Akshay stated that he works on a time-table and staying fit mentally and physically have also been his priority for years.
Discussing the post-Covid changes in the film industry, the 56-year-old actor said, “The pandemic has undoubtedly changed the dynamics of the film industry. With audiences being more selective about their cinema outings, it has become crucial to choose projects that offer something completely entertaining and unique. I’ve become more mindful of the content, ensuring that it resonates with the current times and provides an experience that justifies a trip to the theatre. It’s about finding stories that not only entertain but also connect deeply with the audience.”
When asked about the biggest obstacle he had to overcome to become a superstar, Akshay replied, “I believe it was the mindset of limitation. Coming from a humble background, the idea of making films in Bollywood seemed like a distant dream to me. The industry is competitive, and breaking into it requires more than just talent—it requires resilience, hard work and a bit of luck. But I was stubborn and adamant. So, I took a leap, trusted my instinct and stayed focussed on my goals. That persistence has been crucial in shaping my journey.”
In her review of Sarfira, The Indian Express’ Shubhra Gupta noted, “The film is only interested in fronting its hero. Akshay Kumar, who is in practically every frame of the film, isn’t actively terrible, but he doesn’t do anything here that he hasn’t done before.” Akshay will be next seen in director Mudassar Aziz’s comedy film Khel Khel Mein, which also features Taapsee Pannu, Fardeen Khan and Vaani Kapoor in key roles.
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