5 Akshay Kumar Movies with a Social Message
Akshay Kumar has a fantastic filmography with many of his movies sending out a strong social message. With a strong plot and interesting characters, his films highlight things about society while also telling a good story. Read ahead to look at some Akshay Kumar movies with a strong social message.
Toilet Ek Prem Katha
A movie about the importance of having a sanitary toilet at home in the less developed parts of the country, Toilet Ek Prem Katha, is a beautiful story that puts across this message powerfully. This movie delivers on all fronts, helped by solid performances and impactful dialogues.
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Padman
Padman is an ode to the life of Arunachalam Muruganantham, the real-life hero who set out on the mission to make sanitary care affordable and accessible to the women of rural India. The film is warm and heartfelt, elevated by Akshay Kumar's performance as the main character.
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OMG
An interesting take on the role of religion in one's life, OMG is a bold film that was much ahead of its time. With stellar performances by both Akshay Kumar and Paresh Rawal in the lead roles, this movie was a massive entertainer that also put forth a strong social message.
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Raksha Bandhan
Another powerful story, Akshay Kumar, sets out to highlight the social evil of dowry with his movie Raksha Bandhan. Starring opposite Bhumi Pednekar, Kumar gives us a compelling performance that makes this movie more enjoyable.
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OMG 2
In one of his most recent releases, Akshay Kumar highlighted the issue of protecting one’s privacy to do what they want to do in private. The movie also highlights the importance of sex education in India through an intriguing and engaging story.
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