Akshay has been sponsoring martial arts students for international competitions?
What's the story
Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar has been quietly funding the education of martial arts students in Thailand, contestant Vispy recently revealed on the quiz show Wheel of Fortune. During an emotional moment, Vispy shared how Kumar helps select eligible students for training and financially supports them for international competitions.
Student's gratitude
Vispy's heartfelt tribute to Kumar
Vispy, a long-time student of Kumar's training programs, expressed deep gratitude for the actor's role in promoting Kudo, a hybrid martial art. He said, "Sir, I have been your student for years. I want to say that Akshay sir selects many eligible students and sends them to Thailand with his own money for training." "He helps financially for international competitions as well."
Actor's statement
Kumar on self-discipline, martial arts
Kumar, who is famously a martial arts practitioner, responded to Vispy's revelations by emphasizing the importance of self-discipline. He said, "I just want to say that self-discipline is one of the greatest things to do." "You don't need to be a particular age to learn martial arts." Meanwhile, Kumar is currently gearing up for his upcoming film Bhooth Bangla, which will release on April 16 (paid premieres from 9:00pm onward). The full-fledged release will take place on April 17.