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Akshay Kumar’s Successful Journey to Bollywood Stardom

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Akshay Kumar is one of the highest paid actors of Bollywood.

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Akshay Kumar attended Don Bosco School in Matunga

As per reports, he failed in class 7. He started learning Karate during his school years. 
 

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A desire to be a Hero

After failing in class 7, Akshay Kumar expressed his desire to become an actor when his father asked him about his goals. 
 

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Akshay Kumar grew up in Chandni Chowk

He shared his house with 24 family members.
 

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Akshay Kumar had more interest in martial arts than his studies

He moved to Thailand at a young age to pursue martial arts.
 

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Akshay lived in Thailand for five years

He mastered Thai boxing and worked at hotels sometimes as a waiter and sometimes as a chef. 
 

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Akshay Kumar did odd jobs in Kolkata and Delhi.

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Akshay finally moved to Mumbai to become a martial arts trainer.

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Akshay Kumar’s original name was Rajeev Hariom Bhatia

He made his acting debut with the Hindi film ‘Aag.’
 

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Once, Akshay Kumar missed his flight to Bangalore

Disappointed, he visited a film studio and ended up securing a role in the movie ‘Deedar.’
 

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Today, Akshay Kumar owns bungalows in India and Canada

He is counted among the most affluent and successful actors. His Mumbai residence is valued at Rs 80 crore.

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