Veteran actress Jaya Bachchan recently made headlines after saying she wouldn’t watch Toilet: Ek Prem Katha simply because of the word “Toilet” in the title. Her statement stirred up quite the buzz, considering the film's socially-driven message. Naturally, when Akshay Kumar stepped out for the Kesari Chapter 2 press conference in Mumbai, the topic came up—and his response was nothing short of classy.
When asked about Jaya Bachchan’s remarks, Akshay replied with humility, saying, “Now if she has said it, maybe it's right, I don’t know. If I’ve made a mistake by making Toilet: Ek Prem Katha, and if she has said that, maybe she is right.” His response may have been simple, but it showed the actor’s continued commitment to dialogue and respect, even in the face of criticism.
For context, Toilet: Ek Prem Katha was more than just a film—it was a movement. Directed by Shree Narayan Singh and co-starring Bhumi Pednekar, the movie tackled the taboo topic of sanitation and open defecation in rural India, aligning with the Swachh Bharat Mission. It struck a chord with audiences, becoming Akshay’s highest-grossing film at the time and earning widespread acclaim for its message and impact.
Meanwhile, Akshay is gearing up for his next release, Kesari Chapter 2, a historical courtroom drama based on the book The Case That Shook the Empire. Set against the backdrop of the Jallianwala Bagh massacre, the film stars R. Madhavan and Ananya Panday alongside Kumar and is produced by Dharma Productions, Leo Media Collective, and Cape of Good Films. With social issues once again at its core, Akshay continues to blend entertainment with purpose—and a whole lot of grace.