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Farah Khan Says Akshay Kumar Took Daily Helicopter to Tees Maar Khan Set

Told during a Netflix promotion, the anecdote underscores how on-set transport increased production costs.

Overview

  • Farah Khan recounted the story during a promotional conversation for Bhoot Bangla on Netflix in mid-June, saying Akshay Kumar flew each morning from Mumbai to the Malshej Ghat shoot and returned home each evening.
  • She described the schedule as an 8 am call time with Akshay back on set by 7:45 am because he commuted by helicopter while most cast and crew stayed near the location.
  • Farah joked that the daily flights 'ate' her money and Akshay defended the choice by noting he was also a producer on Tees Maar Khan, with no reports of dispute or legal fallout from the remark.
  • The exchange revived discussion of Tees Maar Khan’s history: the 2010 film made roughly ₹84 crore, was panned on release, and has since picked up a meme-driven cult following online.
  • Farah has previously said the film’s critical backlash affected her mental health, and this lighthearted reminiscence during publicity highlights how OTT promotions often prompt filmmakers to revisit past decisions and production logistics.