Akshay Kumar Urges Prompt Action, Drawing Lessons from 'Waqt'
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Mumbai, March 26 (NationPress) Renowned Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar emphasized the necessity of seizing opportunities promptly, asserting that life is unpredictable and one should not postpone actions for the supposed 'right moment'.
Currently the host of the quiz show Wheel of Fortune, he referred to his collaboration with Amitabh Bachchan in the film 'Waqt' to underline the concept of 'making the most of the present moment'.
He remarked, “Let me share a film that holds significant value in my life, it’s called 'Waqt'. It featured a line that goes, ‘no worries, he will improve with time.’”
Yet, Akshay emphasized that in reality, things don’t unfold that way. “Because that film teaches you… what we think, that things will get better, we’ll do it tomorrow… time doesn’t wait for anyone, it doesn’t hold back for anyone.”
Speaking directly to a contestant, he added, “Rohit, I’m being honest with you, time waits for no one.”
Reflecting on his own experiences, Akshay disclosed, “I began working at the age of 14… because I realized I needed to take initiative. I wasn’t excelling in academics, so I had to do something.”
He concluded with a powerful message against procrastination. “And I want to tell everyone, never say you will do it when the time is right… No. If you need to act, do it today, otherwise it may never happen.”
Discussing the film, 'Waqt: The Race Against Time' (2005), it starred Akshay Kumar alongside Amitabh Bachchan and Priyanka Chopra, directed by Vipul Amrutlal Shah. The story revolves around a troubled father-son dynamic, depicting how a careless son learns responsibility after his father cuts him off.
Released on April 22, 2005, the film resonated with audiences emotionally and achieved notable success at the box office.