good Maharashtra The day, celebrated on May 1, Bollywood star Akshay Kumar shared a heartfelt tribute to the state he calls home, expressing gratitude, pride and a deep personal connection to Maharashtra and its people.
Akshay Kumar’s Maharashtra Day Message
Akshay Kumar, currently hosting the quiz reality show ‘Wheel of Fortune’, explained what Maharashtra means. Reflecting on her experience on the show, the actor said, “Hosting ‘Wheel of Fortune’ has given me the opportunity to meet people from across Maharashtra, each carrying their own hopes and determination. Maharashtra has truly been my karma bhoomi (Maharashtra is the land where I fulfill my duties), and I feel grateful for everything it has given me.“He added, “As the host, I feel a responsibility to honor that through patience, respect and honesty. It makes me proud that the show has become a space for everyday people to step forward and celebrate. Maharashtra Day, for me, reflects that shared spirit that keeps the state moving forward together.”
Akshay Kumar’s deep connection with Maharashtra
Born in a Punjabi family, Akshay Kumar has been a resident of Maharashtra for over three decades. He speaks fluent Marathi and has often been seen conversing in the language naturally, reflecting how deeply he has embraced the state.Over the years, Akshay has spoken candidly about his humble beginnings in Mumbai and how hard work, determination and resilience helped him rise from modest means to multi-awarded properties in the city.
Akshay Kumar Upcoming Projects
On the professional front, Akshay Kumar was last seen in ‘Bhooth Bangla’ opposite veteran actor Tabu, Paresh Rawal, Wamiqa Gabbi, Jeeshu Sengupta and Asrani. The film, which was released on April 17, 2026, has exceeded 200 million euros at the worldwide box office. Now he is gearing up for his next big release, ‘Welcome to the Jungle’, which has a huge cast and has created a lot of excitement among fans. It also stars Priyadarshan’s ‘Haiwaan’ Saif Ali Khan.
