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How well do the fans know Akshay Kumar: An investigation

We asked the fanatics some questions on their favourite actor and the results were...well...unexpected.

Updated on: Aug 10, 2016 07:34 PM IST
Hindustan Times | By Soumya Srivastava, New Delhi
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Several fans flocked to the Hindustan Times office in Delhi when superstar Akshay Kumar came a-visiting on Wednesday. He was here to promote his upcoming film Rustom but we decided to put his fans to the test.

Akshay Kumar was at the Hindustan Times House in Delhi to promote his upcoming film Rustom on Wednesday. (Amal KS /HT Photos)
Akshay Kumar was at the Hindustan Times House in Delhi to promote his upcoming film Rustom on Wednesday. (Amal KS /HT Photos)

We asked the fanatics some questions on their favourite actor and the results were...well...unexpected.

Read: Akshay’s tip for a successful marriage: Be disciplined, reach home on time

While most of them were clueless, some did manage to impress us with their ‘Akki knowledge’

See for yourself:

 
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Soumya Srivastava

Soumya Srivastava is the Entertainment and Lifestyle Editor at Hindustan Times, bringing over a decade of experience covering movies, celebrities, pop culture, and everything that feels current and compelling. With a sharp editorial lens and an instinct for what resonates, she writes stories that balance insight with accessibility — whether she’s reporting from a red carpet, reviewing a buzzy new release, or unpacking the craft behind cinema. An unabashed Swiftie and a devoted admirer of Christopher Nolan’s filmmaking, Soumya blends heart and analysis in equal measure. She holds a degree in English Literature from Janki Devi Memorial College, Delhi University, and is an alumna of IIMC Dhenkanal (2013). As a Rotten Tomatoes Certified Film Critic, her reviews reflect credibility, cultural awareness, and a nuanced understanding of storytelling across genres and formats. She has interviewed celebrities like Celine Song, Zoya Akhtar, Kajol, Shabana Azmi, Pankaj Tripathi and more. She has also reviwes hundreds of movies and written thousands of stories, made videos, special columns and more. While films remain her first love, Soumya’s interests extend deeply into lifestyle and design. She is particularly drawn to décor, thoughtfully designed spaces, and the subtle ways aesthetics influence everyday living. From celebrity homes and interior trends to broader lifestyle movements, she enjoys exploring how personal taste intersects with identity and modern culture. Her voice is informed yet relatable, analytical yet warm — making her work engaging for a wide and diverse readership. Through her writing, Soumya continues to shape conversations around entertainment, lifestyle, and contemporary culture.

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