Akshay Kumar is an Indian actor, film producer, and television personality whose full name is Akshay Hari Om Bhatia, who works predominantly in Bollywood cinema. He was born on 9 September 1967 in Delhi, India. Through his acting skills, styling, and calm nature, he is the recipient of several awards in Hindi cinema.
He is the recipient of the National Film Award for Best Actor in 2016 for his performance in Rustom (2016) and has been nominated several times in Filmfare Awards, winning in two of them. In 2008, he received the Screen Awards for Best Actor and Popular Choice for Singh is King, and in 2009, he earned a nomination for the Asian Film Award for Best Actor.
He is also the winner of the Stardust Award for Star of the Year – Male in 2008, 2011, and 2013. In 2008, Akshay Kumar received an Honorary Doctorate of Law from the University of Windsor for his contribution to Indian cinema.
The government of India honoured him with the Padma Shri the following year. In 2011, Akshay Kumar was recognized by the Asian Awards for his accomplishments in Indian cinema.
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List of Awards and Nominations Received by Akshay Kumar
Civilian Awards
In 2009, Akshay received the Padma Shri, India’s fourth-highest civilian award, from the Government of India.
Honorary Doctorate
The University of Windsor in Ontario, Canada, honoured him with the Honorary Doctorate of Law for his outstanding work in the film industry and contribution to social work.
National Film Awards Received By Akshay Kumar
The National Film Awards is the most prominent film award ceremony in India. Established in 1954, it is administered by the International Film Festival of India and the Indian government’s Directorate of Film Festivals. The awards are presented by the President of India.
Akshay received the National Film Award for Best Actor from the president Pranab Mukherjee in May 2017.
Again, after two years, Akshay Kumar received the National Film Award for Best Film on social issues in the Indian cinema or Bollywood industry by the Indian Vice President M. Venkaiah Naidu in 2019.
Filmfare Awards
Akshay Kumar had a dynamic presence at the Filmfare Awards over the years, receiving numerous nominations across categories like Best Actor, Best Supporting Actor, Best Villain, and Best Comedian.
He won the Best Villain Award in 2002 for Ajnabee, and later bagged another win in 2006 for Garam Masala. From Yeh Dillagi to Kesari, his consistent performances have earned him critical acclaim and recognition in Bollywood’s most celebrated films.
| Year | Category | For | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | Best Actor | Yeh Dillagi | Nominated |
| 1998 | Best Supporting Actor | Dil To Pagal Hai | Nominated |
| 2002 | Best Villain | Ajnabee | Won |
| 2005 | Best Supporting Actor | Khakee | Nominated |
| 2005 | – | Mujhse Shaadi Karogi | Nominated |
| 2005 | Best Comedian | – | Nominated |
| 2006 | – | Garam Masala | Won |
| 2008 | Best Actor | Namastey London | Nominated |
| 2009 | – | Singh Is Kinng | Nominated |
| 2013 | Best Supporting Actor | OMG: Oh My God! | Nominated |
| 2015 | Best Actor | Holiday | Nominated |
| 2018 | – | Toilet: Ek Prem Katha | Nominated |
| 2019 | – | Pad Man | Nominated |
| 2020 | – | Kesari | Nominated |
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IIFA Awards
Akshay Kumar’s journey at the IIFA Awards reflects his versatility and enduring appeal. He secured two wins, Best Villain for Ajnabee (2002), and Best Comedian for Mujhse Shaadi Karogi (2005), and was honored with the Special Award from Thailand in 2008.
Despite several nominations for films like Dhadkan, Bhool Bhulaiyaa, and Toilet: Ek Prem Katha, his contributions were also recognized with a Star of the Decade nomination in 2009, showcasing his sustained impact in the industry.
| Year | Category | For | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | Best Actor | Dhadkan | Nominated |
| 2002 | Best Villain | Ajnabee | Won |
| 2005 | Best Comedian | Mujhse Shaadi Karogi | Won |
| 2006 | – | Garam Masala | Nominated |
| 2008 | IIFA Special Award (Thailand) | – | Won |
| 2008 | Best Actor | Bhool Bhulaiyaa | Nominated |
| 2009 | IIFA Star of the Decade – Male | – | Nominated |
| 2013 | Best Supporting Actor | OMG: Oh My God! | Nominated |
| 2018 | Best Actor | Toilet: Ek Prem Katha | Nominated |
Stardust Award
Akshay Kumar has grabbed multiple Stardust Awards, showcasing versatility in action, comedy, and drama. With wins for films like Heyy Babyy, Blue, Desi Boyzz & Rowdy Rathore, he’s been recognized as both a popular star and a critic’s favourite.
| Year | Category | For | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | Best Actor in a Comic Role | Mujhse Shaadi Karogi | Nominated |
| 2008 | Star of the Year – Male | Heyy Babyy & Namastey London | Won |
| 2009 | Star of the Year – Male | Singh Is Kinng | Nominated |
| 2009 | Best Film (Popular) | Singh Is Kinng | Won |
| 2010 | Best Actor – Popular (Male) | Blue | Won |
| 2010 | Best Actor (Critics) | 8 x 10 Tasveer | Won |
| 2010 | Best Actor in a Comic Role | De Dana Dan | Nominated |
| 2011 | Star of the Year – Male | Housefull and Tees Maar Khan | Won |
| 2011 | Best Actor in a Comedy or Romance | Housefull and Tees Maar Khan | Won |
| 2012 | – | Desi Boyz | Won |
| 2013 | Best Actor – Action/Thriller | Rowdy Rathore and Khiladi 786 | Won |
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The Asian Awards
| Year | Category | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Outstanding Achievement in Cinema | Won |
Asian Film Awards
| Year | Category | For | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | Best Actor | Singh Is Kinng | Nominated |
Screen Awards
| Year | Category | For | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | Best Supporting Actor | Mujhse Shaadi Karogi | Nominated |
| 2005 | Jodi No. 1 (with Priyanka Chopra) | Aitraaz | Nominated |
| 2009 | Best Actor (Popular Choice) | Singh Is Kinng | Won |
Apsara Film & Television Producers Guild Awards
| Year | Category | For | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | Best Entertainer of the Year | Namastey London, Heyy Babyy, Bhool Bhulaiyaa & Welcome | Won |
| 2015 | Special Award | Completing 25 years in the industry | Won |
BIG Star Entertainment Awards
At the BIG Star Entertainment Awards, Akshay has a standout year in 2012, sweeping four major wins, including for OMG: Oh My God & Rowdy Rathore. He was honoured as the Complete Entertainer of the Year – Male and recognized across thriller and action categories.
In the following year, films like Boss, Special 26, and Kesari earned him additional nominations, showcasing his continued versatility and star power.
| Year | Category | For | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | Most Entertaining Social Film | OMG: Oh My God! | Won |
| 2012 | Complete Entertainer of the Year – Male | — | Won |
| 2012 | Most Entertaining Actor in a Thriller Role – Male | Rowdy Rathore | Won |
| 2012 | Most Entertaining Actor in an Action Role – Male | — | Won |
| 2013 | — | Boss | Nominated |
| 2013 | Most Entertaining Actor in a Thriller Role – Male | Special 26 | Nominated |
| 2013 | BIG Star Most Entertaining Actor (Film) – Male | — | Nominated |
| 2020 | Most Challenging Actor | Kesari | Nominated |
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Zee Cine Awards
Akshay Kumar has consistently received nominations at prestigious award platforms, particularly in the Best Actor – Male category for hits like Waqt, Airlift, Baby, and Namaste London.
In 2018, he won the Viewer’s Choice Best Actor Award for his powerful performance in The State vs Jolly LL.B 2. His ability to balance both intense comic roles has made him a favourite among audiences and critics alike.
| Year | Category | Film | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | Best Actor – Male | Waqt: The Race Against Time | Nominated |
| 2008 | Best Actor – Male | Namastey London | Nominated |
| 2011 | Best Actor – Male | Housefull | Nominated |
| 2012 | International Male Icon | — | Nominated |
| 2014 | Best Actor in a Negative Role – Male | Once Upon A Time In Mumbai Dobaara | Nominated |
| 2016 | Best Actor – Male | Baby | Nominated |
| 2017 | Best Actor – Male | Airlift | Nominated |
| 2018 | Best Actor – Male (Viewers Choice) | The State vs Jolly LL.B 2 | Won |
| 2018 | Best Actor – Male (Viewers’ Choice) | Toilet: Ek Prem Katha | Nominated |
Indian Television Awards
| Year | Category | For | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | Radio Mirchi Presents Best Television Personality | Won | [53] |
‘Hello! Hall Of Fame’ Awards
| Year | Category | For | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Stylish Couple Of The Year Award (along with Twinkle Khanna) | Won | [54] |
Star’s Sabsey Favourite Awards
South Indian International Movie Awards
| Year | Category | For | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Best Actor in a Negative Role – Tamil | 2.0 | Nominated |
Pinkvilla Screen and Style Icons Awards
| Year | Category | For | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Entertainer Of The Decade | — | Won |
| 2025 | Best Actor – Jury’s Choice | Sarfira | Won |
Akshay Kumar’s award portfolio extends beyond Bollywood, showcasing his impact across television, South Indian cinema, and fashion platforms.
He won accolades like Entertainer of the Decade (2024), Best Actor – Jury’s Choice for Sarfira (2025), along with being honoured as Actor of the Year twice at the Star’s Sabsey Favourite Awards.
His style, versatility, and enduring appeal continue to earn him recognition across the industry.
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Other awards
- 2002 – Sansui Viewers’ Choice Movie Awards: Best Actor in a Villainous role for Ajnabee
- 2003 – Bollywood Fashion Awards: Celebrity Style (Male)
- 2006 – Best Action Actor at AXN Action Awards
- 2010 – Best Action Actor in a Negative Role at AXN Action Awards for Blue
- 2008 – Asia’s Sexiest Man Alive
- 2015 – Filmfare Glamour & Style Awards: Most Glamorous Star (Male).
- 2015 – GQ Awards: Ultimate Man Of The Year award.
- 2018 – GQ India Style Awards: GQ Legend award.
- 2018 – Lions Gold Award Best Actor – Popular (For selfless contribution towards the nation through social message in films)
- 2018 – Indian Film Festival of Melbourne Best Actor Award for Pad Man.
- 2019 – HT India’s Most Stylish – Hottest Trendsetter (Male).
- 2004 – Rajiv Gandhi Award for his Outstanding achievements in Bollywood.
- 2009 – IIFA-FICCI Frames, “Most Powerful Entertainer of the Decade Award” for his contribution to Indian cinema.
- 2025 – Bollywood Hungama Style Icons Award for Most Stylish All-rounder, MEGA Star OF THE YEAR for his performance in Sky Force and Kesari Chapter 2.
Other Honours & Recognitions
- 2008 – Named “Sexiest Man Alive” by People (India) magazine.
- 2009 – He was awarded the highest Japanese honour of “Katana” and a sixth-degree Black Belt in Kuyukai Gojuryu Karate.
- 2009 – He was one of the 15 international celebrities invited to the Olympic torch-bearer rally in Canada.
- 2012 – He inaugurated the 43rd International Film Festival of India in Goa.
- 2013 – Named “Reader’s Choice Style Icon”.
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