Global star Priyanka Chopra, who rose to fame in Bollywood and went on to achieve international success in Hollywood, recently shared her admiration for actor Akshay Kumar. Though many Bollywood actresses have acted in Hollywood films, few have found the kind of success Priyanka has. She credits her bold choices and willingness to take risks for her journey.
Even with her busy Hollywood schedule, Priyanka hasn’t forgotten her roots. She often expresses her love for Bollywood and its artists. In a recent interview, she called Akshay Kumar one of her favourite Bollywood actors and compared him to Hollywood superstar Tom Cruise.
She said, “I really enjoy watching Akshay’s action scenes. The kind of stunts he does on screen remind me of Tom Cruise. Both of them perform risky scenes without hesitation. Not everyone can do that—it’s something only a few can manage. Akshay stands out for taking brave decisions when choosing films.”
Priyanka also spoke about her own love for action films. “I enjoy working in roles that involve heavy stunts and adventure. That’s why I never say no to such opportunities in Hollywood. Action gives me a unique thrill, even more than other film genres.”
Currently, Priyanka is acting in director SS Rajamouli’s upcoming project, known as “SSMB29”, alongside Telugu superstar Mahesh Babu. The film is said to be a grand adventure thriller set in the African jungles. While Mahesh plays an explorer, Priyanka’s role is expected to be equally bold and adventurous—a perfect fit for her love of daring roles.