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Akshay Kumar Returns to TV as Host of Wheel of Fortune India

He says the format aligns with his discipline-first ethos, reflecting today’s participatory family viewing.

Overview

  • The show premiered on January 27 on Sony TV and SonyLIV, marking Kumar’s first full-time hosting role in years.
  • In a new interview, he credits discipline and punctuality for his career opportunities, saying he always showed up on time.
  • Kumar says he chose the series for its meaningful, family-focused, play-along nature that suits evolved viewing habits.
  • Wheel of Fortune India adapts the global word-puzzle game with prizes up to Rs 1 crore, wedges like Lose a Turn and Nagji, and frequent celebrity guests.
  • His film slate continues with Priyadarshan’s Bhooth Bangla with Paresh Rawal and Wamiqa Gabbi, along with Welcome To The Jungle and Haiwaan.