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Akshay Kumar's PSA Test Plea After Losing Father to Prostate Cancer

Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar made an emotional appeal for prostate cancer awareness at the India Today Conclave 2026. He revealed he lost his father to the disease due to a lack of knowledge about the importance of the Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) test for men over 50. Kumar urged everyone to get the simple blood test annually, stating it can save lives and protect families. The actor also has upcoming films 'Bhooth Bangla' and 'Golmaal 5' in the pipeline.

Key Points: Akshay Kumar Urges Annual PSA Test for Prostate Cancer Screening

  • PSA test vital for men over 50
  • Early detection can save lives
  • Akshay lost father at 67
  • Awareness campaign at India Today Conclave
  • Test measures prostate protein in blood
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Akshay Kumar emphasizes regular 'PSA check' to detect any symptoms of prostate cancer

Bollywood star Akshay Kumar, who lost his father to prostate cancer, urges men over 50 to get an annual PSA blood test for early detection.

"I lost the most important person in my life, my father... Because I didn't know that after the age of 50-55, you have to get your PSA checked. - Akshay Kumar"

New Delhi, March 14

Bollywood action star Akshay Kumar on Saturday remembered his father, who passed away due to prostate cancer, and urged people to undergo prostate-specific antigen testing every year.

Speaking at the India Today Conclave 2026, Akshay Kumar shared an emotional message while talking about the importance of his late father in his life.

According to him, one of the biggest reasons behind the tragedy was his lack of awareness about the importance of the PSA (Prostate-Specific Antigen) test after the age of 50-55, which helps in the detection of any prostate cancer.

"I lost the most important person in my life, my father. At the age of 67, I lost him. He was everything to me, and why? Because I didn't know that after the age of 50-55, you have to get your PSA checked," Akshay Kumar said.

"I want to tell you all the people here, all the people who are listening, we were not educated about this thing that getting a PSA check for every person every year is very important...You can save your life; you can save not only your life; you can save your whole family's life," he said.

Prostate-specific antigen (PSA) is a protein which is made by the cells in the prostate. A PSA blood test measures the amount of PSA you have circulating in the blood.

Meanwhile, Akshay Kumar will be next seen in the film 'Bhooth Bangla', which is directed by Priyadarshan. It also stars Rajpal Yadav in the lead role. It will be released in theatres on April 10.

The actor will also be seen in the film 'Golmaal 5' directed by Rohit Shetty. The shooting of the film has already started.

- ANI

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Sarah B
It's heartbreaking to hear him talk about his father. Losing a parent to something preventable is the worst. We need more celebrities in India to talk about real issues like preventive healthcare instead of just promoting products.
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Vikram M
Good initiative, but awareness is only half the battle. The PSA test itself can be expensive for many families. The government should subsidize these screenings for men over 50, just like they have schemes for women's health.
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Ananya R
My nana passed away from this. We had no idea. In our culture, men are supposed to be "strong" and not complain or go to the doctor for "small things." This stigma needs to end. Thank you for speaking up, Akshay Kumar.
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Michael C
Sharing such a personal story to help others is truly commendable. It resonates globally. Early detection saves lives everywhere. More power to him.
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Karthik V
While the message is vital, I wish the article focused more on the medical details and less on his movie promotions at the end. Feels a bit mixed. But still, jab tak baat sahi ho, chalo theek hai.
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Priya S

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