Akshay Kumar On Striking Gold Yet Again
GLOBAL MOVIE MAGAZINE|October2018

He has the knack of turning everything he touches to gold. If Akshay Kumar was a salesman he could have sold refrigerators to Eskimos, given the fact that he dares to venture where no man has gone before. Single-handedly, he has changed perceptions about sanitary napkins in the country and has even made toilets appear cool. From action to comedy to patriotic and pressing issues, Akshays graph is forever changing, ever evolving. His recent outing is Reema Kagtis Gold, a historical sports drama inspired by Indias first Olympic gold medal in hockey in 1948. The film is expected to boost the fortunes of hockey for sure. Excerpts from a freewheeling interview with the player, who aces every game.

Akshay Kumar On Striking Gold Yet Again

What is your earliest memory of hockey?

I used to play hockey in school. I remember my father getting me a hockey stick when I was around seven. I used to go to Sion-Koliwada to practise.I recall dribbling one winter morning with fog all around.

Hockey is our national sport. But somehow it doesn’t get prestige.

We should not get into the national sports discussion. Rather, let’s ask ourselves, do I play any sport? I That’s more important. More than Gold being a hockey film, it’s about questioning whether we’re interested in sports. Make sure to inspire your children to take part in at least one sport. We must encourage sports among the youth, without getting into the political debate about which is our national sport.

What made you take up Gold?

It’s the story about our first Olympic gold medal, which we won in 1948. There was so much happening in the country that the gold medal wasn’t given priority and this news got submerged. I feel lucky to do a film like this. Also, it’s not just about hockey. What I want to say through this film is that every girl and boy in our country should pursue one sport. Croatia, which is such a small country, has made it compulsory for every child to play a sport. And maybe because of a culture or compulsion like that, the country made it to the Football World Cup final this year. Sports should be an important aspect in every individual’s life. It can keep you away from drugs and alcohol as your fitness-oriented mind will not allow such bad habits.

You’re playing the manager of the hockey team but being so fit, you could have passed yourself off as a player as well...

Esta historia es de la edición October2018 de GLOBAL MOVIE MAGAZINE.

Comience su prueba gratuita de Magzter GOLD de 7 días para acceder a miles de historias premium seleccionadas y a más de 9,000 revistas y periódicos.

Esta historia es de la edición October2018 de GLOBAL MOVIE MAGAZINE.

Comience su prueba gratuita de Magzter GOLD de 7 días para acceder a miles de historias premium seleccionadas y a más de 9,000 revistas y periódicos.

MÁS HISTORIAS DE GLOBAL MOVIE MAGAZINEVer todo
'I Don't Think I've Made It'
GLOBAL MOVIE MAGAZINE

'I Don't Think I've Made It'

'It's taken me very long to get my foot into the door. But the kind of work or central roles that I want are still few.'

time-read
6 minutos  |
SEPTEMBER 2024
'I No Longer Need To Work For Money'
GLOBAL MOVIE MAGAZINE

'I No Longer Need To Work For Money'

Known for her work in film and television, Parul Gulati seamlessly transitions between her on-screen characters and entrepreneurial ventures. As the driving force behind a thriving hair extensions business, Nish Hair, she has carved out a niche that blends her passion for beauty with astute business acumen.

time-read
4 minutos  |
SEPTEMBER 2024
'I WANTED TO BEAT PEOPLE UP...'
GLOBAL MOVIE MAGAZINE

'I WANTED TO BEAT PEOPLE UP...'

'Suddenly the audience pool feels bigger, like everyone is watching everything now.' 'It's no longer limited in terms of boundaries, like a state or a language.' 'Whether it's a series, a movie or even a Korean film, the audience has access to all of it.' 'Slowly, the boundaries are blurring, so that's great for actors.'

time-read
3 minutos  |
SEPTEMBER 2024
'At Times, Life Has Better Plans For You'
GLOBAL MOVIE MAGAZINE

'At Times, Life Has Better Plans For You'

'You have to keep working hard.' 'The universe sees that in you and the higher power puts those opportunities in your way.'

time-read
4 minutos  |
SEPTEMBER 2024
The Best Places to Travel in September
GLOBAL MOVIE MAGAZINE

The Best Places to Travel in September

September is the unsung hero of travel months: The busiest vacation season has come and gone, places are less crowded because kids are back in school, and as a result, prices on airfare, accommodations, and even attractions have dropped. It's the perfect time to pay a visit to locations that are usually swarming with tourists and enjoy some serious natural beauty, luxury hotels, outdoor adventures, and more than a few glasses of wine.

time-read
7 minutos  |
SEPTEMBER 2024
'I AM GETTING 1,000 CALLS EVERY DAY'
GLOBAL MOVIE MAGAZINE

'I AM GETTING 1,000 CALLS EVERY DAY'

I am 7 feet and 7 inches tall.'

time-read
5 minutos  |
SEPTEMBER 2024
'We've Already Outlined What To Do In Our Next Films'
GLOBAL MOVIE MAGAZINE

'We've Already Outlined What To Do In Our Next Films'

\"You can expect bohut kuch. Our dreams are big about the larger plan.'

time-read
4 minutos  |
SEPTEMBER 2024
'I think because India is a bigger country and Bollywood is such a well-oiled machine, the star thing has become so much bigger than the actor thing.'
GLOBAL MOVIE MAGAZINE

'I think because India is a bigger country and Bollywood is such a well-oiled machine, the star thing has become so much bigger than the actor thing.'

Film-maker Asim Abbasi has been on the forefront of the Pakistani industry since the success of his 2018 film, Cake. In 2019, Pakistan sent Cake as its official entry for the Best International Film Oscar. Two years later, Abbasi was back with his explosive feminist series Churails, backed by India's Zindagi channel and Producer Shailja Kejriwal.

time-read
8 minutos  |
SEPTEMBER 2024
'I Want TO DO A K-Drama'
GLOBAL MOVIE MAGAZINE

'I Want TO DO A K-Drama'

'I want to be in Korea doing a love story, full of romance.'

time-read
6 minutos  |
SEPTEMBER 2024
"Mom Was Very Scared Of..."
GLOBAL MOVIE MAGAZINE

"Mom Was Very Scared Of..."

'When my mom saw my performance in Dhoka, she loved it.' 'She said, \"I don't know why I stopped you for so many years. Ab jaa beta, jee le apni zindagi\".\"

time-read
4 minutos  |
SEPTEMBER 2024