Akshay Kumar Changes Social Media DP to Indian Flag Amid Indo-Pak Tensions; Fans Hail His Patriotic Gesture

Amid escalating tensions between India and Pakistan, Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar has won hearts across the nation by updating his social media display picture to the Indian national flag. The actor made the change on all major platforms including Instagram, X (formerly Twitter), and Facebook on Wednesday, showcasing solidarity and national pride.

The move has garnered widespread appreciation from fans and netizens, who lauded the actor's unwavering patriotism. One user on X posted, “Nation first, always. Akshay Kumar updates his DP with the Indian flag,” while another wrote, “Tiranga on the profile, desh in the heart. Akshay Kumar shows his love for India once again.”

Social media has since been flooded with supportive messages and screenshots of the actor’s new display picture, with fans calling it a "simple yet powerful" message during a sensitive time.

Akshay, known for being vocal on national issues, also recently expressed grief over the Pahalgam terror attack. In a post, he wrote, “Horrified to know of the terror attack on tourists in Pahalgam. Sheer evil to kill innocent people like this. Prayers for their families.” He also shared a post featuring the phrase "Operation Sindoor," captioned with a strong patriotic message: “Jai Hind Jai Mahakaal.”

Upcoming Projects

On the professional front, Akshay Kumar is gearing up for a packed release calendar. His much-anticipated film Housefull 5 is slated to release on June 5, 2025. He also has several other projects in the pipeline, including Jolly LLB 2, Welcome To The Jungle, Kannappa, Bhooth Bangla, and Hera Pheri 3.

While Jolly LLB 2, Welcome To The Jungle, and Kannappa are scheduled for release later this year, Bhooth Bangla will hit theaters in 2026. The release date for the long-awaited Hera Pheri 3 remains unconfirmed.

Akshay Kumar’s recent actions, both online and onscreen, continue to reinforce his image as a star who wears his patriotism on his sleeve—much to the admiration of his fans.