Indian actor Akshay Kumar is reportedly taking a short break from work after undergoing a minor eye surgery in Mumbai, according to media reports.
The 58-year-old actor recently completed the Kerala shooting schedule of his upcoming film alongside Vidya Balan and director Anees Bazmee before proceeding with the medical procedure.
Sources cited by Indian media, including Hindustan Times, stated that the surgery was carried out on the morning of May 6 and was performed for vision correction purposes. The procedure has been described as minor, with doctors advising a brief rest period for recovery.
According to the report, Akshay Kumar is currently on a short recovery break following the completion of his Kerala shoot schedule. The actor had earlier shared updates from the film set on social media, including a video featuring Vidya Balan during the filming process.
The upcoming project marks another collaboration between Akshay Kumar and Vidya Balan, who have previously worked together on multiple successful films. It also reunites Akshay with director Anees Bazmee after a gap of nearly 15 years, adding significant interest among fans and the film industry.
Akshay Kumar, often referred to as the “Khiladi” of Bollywood, continues to maintain a busy professional schedule despite his brief medical break. His recent film Bhoot Bangla has also been performing strongly at the global box office.
Reports suggest that the film has earned over Rs232 crore worldwide, marking another commercial success in the actor’s extensive film career. The movie also reunited him with acclaimed filmmaker Priyadarshan, further boosting audience interest.
Despite the short pause for recovery, Akshay Kumar has a packed lineup of upcoming projects. These include Welcome To The Jungle, Haiwaan, Golmaal 5, and the Marathi film Vedat Marathe Veer Daudle Saat.
The actor’s consistent workload highlights his continued demand in the Indian film industry, where he remains one of the most active and commercially successful stars.
Medical sources have indicated that such minor vision correction procedures typically require only a short recovery period, allowing patients to resume normal activities soon after rest.
Fans have expressed relief following reports that the surgery was not serious and have wished the actor a speedy recovery as he prepares to return to his upcoming film commitments.
