Rose Johnson here, and today’s celebrity news has me feeling all warm and fuzzy. It’s a moment many parents can relate to: watching your child grow from a tiny tot into a full-fledged adult in what feels like the blink of an eye. That’s exactly what Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar and his wife, writer Twinkle Khanna, are experiencing as their son, Aarav Kumar, celebrates his 23rd birthday.
Akshay, known for his action-packed films and sharp wit, took to Instagram to share a truly heartwarming post for Aarav. He shared a lovely picture of himself and his son, both smiling brightly. The actor’s message was a sweet mix of pride and playful teasing. He wrote, “Happy 23rd birthday, Aarav. When I was twenty-three, I was learning to beat people on screen.” He then added, with a touch of fatherly amusement, “Now, seeing you beat me every day everywhere, from technology to fashion and arguments at the dinner table, is a strange feeling.” Akshay clearly feels immense pride, ending his note with, “You grew up so fast, man… You make me feel like a proud partner in your own story, love you son. Cheers to the best 23 years of my life, because they have been with you.”
Twinkle Khanna, always thoughtful with her words, echoed the sentiment on her own Instagram. She posted the same lovely photo of Akshay and Aarav. Her caption took a more philosophical turn. “And he turned 23…” she began, then pondered, “Though I have an urge to hold him, it’s wise to remember that children are like the air collected in our lungs, only in our custody for a moment before the next breath is exhaled.” She acknowledged the comparison wasn’t perfect, “This may not be a completely accurate comparison because we can’t constantly breathe children in and out like breaths, but you get the point.” She ended with a beautiful wish: “Best wishes for the birthday. May he continue to fill the world with his inherent kindness.”
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The Birthday Wishes Roll In
Both Akshay and Twinkle’s posts quickly filled up with good wishes for Aarav. Many famous friends joined in the celebration. Actor Stebin Ben simply wished “Happy birthday Aarav.” Wardha Khan S Nadiadwala, wife of producer Sajid Nadiadwala, exclaimed, “My heartfelt wishes for Aarav’s birthday, how fast time flies!” Actresses Bhumi Pednekar and Mona Singh shared red heart emojis, showing their affection. Nimrat Kaur sent “Heartfelt birthday wishes.” Actor Vindu Dara Singh wrote a lovely message: “Happy birthday dear, lots of love and light, be blessed and always make us all proud.” Fans also poured out their love. Some called him “Khiladi 2” and “Junior Khiladi,” referencing Akshay’s famous “Khiladi” persona. One fan humorously noted, “Like father, like son,” a common saying that fits perfectly here.
Akshay’s Upcoming Projects
While celebrating his son’s big day, Akshay Kumar continues to be busy with his film work. Fans can look forward to seeing him in “Bhoot Bangla” soon. This movie is a horror-comedy directed by Priyadarshan. It’s set to release in 2026. This project is extra special because it reunites Akshay and Priyadarshan after 14 years. The film also features a star-studded cast, including Tabu, Wamiqa Gabbi, Paresh Rawal, Rajpal Yadav, and Asrani.