Akshay Kumar Interview: Akshay Kumar recently spoke openly about comedy films in an interview. He said that making people laugh is the most difficult, but comedy actors don't get the respect they deserve.

Comedy actors don't get any respect.

Actor Akshay Kumar is currently in the news for his upcoming film "Bhoot Bangla." The film is a horror-comedy directed by the renowned director Priyadarshan. Akshay Kumar and Priyadarshan are working together after nearly 14 years, and the teaser has received widespread praise from audiences. Meanwhile, at a recent event, Akshay Kumar spoke openly about comedy films and his career.

Akshay learned comedy from these directors.

In a conversation at India Today Conclave 2026, Akshay Kumar revealed that throughout his film career, he has appeared in nearly 150 films and has had the opportunity to work with over 70 directors. However, he shares a special rapport with director Priyadarshan. Working with him has always been a joy, and he has learned a great deal about comedy from him. He also learned the nuances of comic timing and acting from director Rajkumar Santoshi. If he has even a modicum of comedy, these directors have contributed significantly to it. Comedy cannot be taught; it comes from within the artist.

Akshay's statement on comedy actors

He believes that it's easy to cry with glycerin in a scene, but it's incredibly difficult to make someone laugh from the heart. Akshay Kumar also said that comedy actors often don't receive the recognition they deserve at awards ceremonies. He's rarely seen an actor who performs comedy throughout a film win the Best Actor award. Even prominent actors agree that comedy is the most difficult genre.

The film will release on April 10

Akshay Kumar will be seen alongside Tabu, Paresh Rawal, Mithila Palkar, Vamika Gabbi, Rajpal Yadav, Jisshu Sengupta, and Asrani in the film "Bhoot Bangla." Directed by Priyadarshan, the film is scheduled to release in theaters on April 10, 2026, and audiences have high expectations for it.