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Akshay Kumar Feels "Small" Around Educated People, Hasn't Read Wife's Books

Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar candidly admitted to feeling an inferiority complex when interacting with highly educated individuals. He revealed that despite his wife Twinkle Khanna being a successful author, he has not read any of her books, as attempting to read brings him to tears. Kumar emphasized the critical importance of education, encouraging his children to study as much as possible and advising fans to follow educated role models. The revelation came during a conversation with a highly degreed contestant named Sonali on a show.

Key Points: Akshay Kumar Opens Up About Inferiority Complex

  • Admits inferiority complex
  • Encourages education for kids
  • Hasn't read wife's books
  • Wife pursuing PhD
  • Praises educated contestant
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Akshay Kumar admits to feeling inferior in front of highly educated people

Bollywood star Akshay Kumar admits feeling inferior around highly educated people, reveals he hasn't read any of wife Twinkle Khanna's books.

Akshay Kumar admits to feeling inferior in front of highly educated people
"I sometimes feel very small in front of people like you. - Akshay Kumar"

Mumbai, March 31

Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar shared that he often feels an inferiority complex when interacting with highly educated individuals.

Akshay, while in conversation with an highly educated contestant Sonali on the show, praised her on her being well educated, and stated that he sometimes feels very small in front of those who have attained great education and hold multiple educational degrees.

He shared, "Koi bhi insaan, khaaskar mujh jaisa jo zyada padha likha nahi hai, main kabhi kabhi bahut chhota mehsoos karta hoon aap jaise logon ke saamne."

He added, "Kabhi kabhi main sochta hoon mujhe padhna chahiye. Ab mehsoos hota hai ki kaash main padha hota. Lekin ab jab padhna chahta hoon tab bhi nahi padh sakta, kyunki mujhe padhna achha hi nahi lagta, bas itni si baat hai."

He further shared about his wife Twinkle Khanna being a writer and said, "Meri patni lekhak hai, woh kitabe likhti hai. Ek nahi, do nahi, teen nahi, chaar likh chuki hai aur ab ek aur likh rahi hai.*

He revealed that he has not read a single book authored by Twinkle. "Aap vishwas nahi karenge, maine ek bhi kitab nahi padhi hai. Jab bhi main padhne baithta hoon, pata nahi kya hota hai, aankhon se aansu nikalne lagte hain."

The revelation came by when Akshay Kumar introduced contestant Sonali by mentioning that she holds multiple academic degrees.

He asked her, "Aap degree lete ja rahe ho, jana kahan hain?"

To which Sonali replied, "Sir, dekhiye in degrees ki wajah se hi mujhe yahan khade hone ka mauka mil raha hai aur aapse doosri baar milne ka bhi mauka mila hai."

Impressed by her achievements, He then asked Sonali, "Teacher ji, aisa kyun lagta hai jab main padhne baithta hoon toh aankhon se paani nikalta hain?"

The superstar further getting realistic about academics mentioned that education is very important in life and that he always encourages his children to study as much as possible.

He also mentioned that Twinkle recently completed her Master's degree and is now planning to pursue a PhD.

He concluded with an important message, saying, "Main bas yeh kehna chahta hoon ki padho, padhna bahut zaruri hai. Mujh jaise ko follow mat karo, Sonali jaise logon ko follow karo."

- IANS

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Sarah B
This is actually a bit sad. He feels this way even after achieving so much? It shows how deeply rooted the value of formal education is in our society. Hope he knows his life experience and wisdom count for a lot too.
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Ananya R
"Aankhon se paani nikalne lagte hain" when he tries to read? That sounds like a genuine struggle, maybe even a learning difficulty that was never addressed. Many in our generation went through this but were just called 'weak in studies'.
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Vikram M
His message at the end is perfect for Indian youth. "Mujh jaise ko follow mat karo" – he's using his platform to tell kids to value education over film star glamour. Good on him! That's responsible.
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Karthik V
But let's be real, his success story is also inspirational. He built an empire with hard work and discipline. Not everyone needs a PhD. We need to respect all kinds of intelligence and hustle. 💪
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Priya S
The fact that he hasn't read his wife's books is surprising! Twinkle Khanna writes such witty columns. Maybe he should try an audiobook? 😄 Still, his honesty is very endearing.

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