Ahead Of 'Mission Raniganj: The Great Bharat Rescue', 5 Films Of Akshay Kumar That Created A Social Impact

From promoting sanitation facilities in Toilet: Ek Prem Katha to rooting for women power in Padman and Mission Mangal, Akshay has been a driving force in promoting a cinema for change.

New Delhi: While films are always said to entertain, there are some stories that make the audience leave the theatres with a strong message. And since the last few years, Akshay Kumar has been brigading social causes through his films. From promoting sanitation facilities in Toilet: Ek Prem Katha to rooting for women power in Padman and Mission Mangal, Akshay has been a driving force in promoting a cinema for change. And as he continues to do so, here’s celebrating 5 films where Akshay made a social impact.

1. OMG 2

His latest film 'OMG 2' is the biggest film that aimed at bringing about a change in society. Tapping into the taboo of sexual awareness in the country, the film deals with the premises of masturbation and sex education. And while Akshay plays the role of the messenger of God in the film, the story surely left many in the audience thinking about the issue it dealt with.

2. Mission Mangal

In 2019, Akshay literally won many hearts for his portrayal of Rakesh Dhawan in the space drama 'Mission Mangal'. While the film focused on India’s space mission to Mars, the film promoted women liberation big time and highlighted the struggles ladies faced in handling both professional and personal fronts. Once again, this Akshay Kumar starrer managed to become a conversation starter.

3. Padman

With 'Padman' too in 2018, Akshay brought a new wave in Hindi cinema. He promoted women’s health by dealing with menstrual issues women face, and while the film created a great impact, Akshay was quite lauded for being associated with such a brilliant story.

4. Toilet: Ek Prem Katha

This is where Akshay Kumar’s journey of telling socially relevant stories began. In 2017, the actor starred in 'Toilet: Ek Prem Katha' with Bhumi Pednekar, and its story was quite a hard-hitting, and emotional one. Talking about proper sanitation facilities, especially in rural areas, Akshay brought about a great awareness and this even led to big-time change.

5. Laxmii

While not completely in a way, Akshay’s horror-drama 'Laxmii' also was a socially relevant film. Pointing at the atrocities a transgender faced, the film brought to light some eye-opening facts and only left many thinking.

Akshay has always aspired to bring a change in society with his craft, and with his next 'The Great Indian Rescue', the star will surely pull many heartstrings.