For years, fans have wondered when Akshay Kumar would slow down and take a break from his busy film career. However, the Bollywood star has now made it clear that retirement is not on his mind anytime soon. Speaking at the trailer launch of his upcoming film Welcome To The Jungle, Akshay addressed the ongoing rumours and shared his honest thoughts about stepping away from work.
The actor revealed that the idea of retirement does cross his mind, especially early in the morning. Akshay said that when he wakes up around 4 am, he sometimes thinks about retiring. But that thought lasts only a few seconds before reality kicks in. He quickly remembers that he has a film shoot to attend and that hundreds of people are waiting for him on set. According to the actor, this routine has been repeating itself for the last 36 years. Every time he thinks about retirement, work reminds him why he loves what he does.
Adding his trademark humour to the conversation, Akshay joked about what his life would look like if he actually retired. He said that staying at home would probably land him several new jobs. From becoming an electrician to walking dogs and taking care of gardening, he joked that he would end up handling all the household chores. For him, going to work seems like a much better option. That is one of the reasons he believes retirement is not the right choice for him right now.
Akshay also spoke about spending more time with his family. While many people assume he would enjoy a break at home, the actor revealed that he has already tried taking time off in the past. Surprisingly, it did not last very long. He shared that after just one day, his family started asking him when he would return to work. That experience convinced him that staying active and busy suits him best.
The actor also shared his personal view on retirement itself. He believes people should continue working as long as they can and should not worry too much about retiring. According to Akshay, staying active and doing meaningful work can help people lead a happier and longer life.
With a career spanning more than three decades and more than 150 films, Akshay Kumar remains one of Bollywood’s most hardworking and successful stars. And if his latest comments are anything to go by, fans can expect to see much more of him on the big screen in the years ahead.