Actor Akshay Kumar brought laughter to the sets of Wheel of Fortune as he revisited his childhood days with a close friend, offering a candid glimpse into his early years. During a recent episode, the actor spotted his friend Jinesh in the audience and introduced him, revealing that their friendship dates back to kindergarten.
In a light-hearted moment, Akshay shared that the two had struggled academically while growing up, admitting they had failed multiple times between their early school years and Class 9. The revelation surprised both the contestants and the audience, setting the stage for a series of humorous exchanges. When asked about the reason behind it, Jinesh jokingly blamed Akshay, saying he spent too much time with him. The banter continued as both recalled their carefree days, including cycling around town and teasing each other about their teenage distractions, leaving the audience amused.
The nostalgic segment comes at a time when Akshay is actively promoting his upcoming film Bhooth Bangla, directed by Priyadarshan. The horror-comedy, which also stars Wamiqa Gabbi, Tabu, Paresh Rawal and Rajpal Yadav, marks his reunion with the filmmaker after several years.
While the film has generated considerable buzz due to their past collaborations, early reactions to its trailer have been mixed. Some viewers have welcomed Akshay’s return to the comedy genre, while others have raised concerns over visual effects and familiar dialogues. Backed by Ektaa Kapoor and Shobha Kapoor, the film is set to release on April 17, with paid previews beginning a day earlier.
