From a regular bowl of dal to avocado toast and sourdough bread, food habits often change as people grow older and explore different cuisines. But actor Akshay Kumar recently made a case for traditional Indian food during a conversation with digital creator Viraj Gehlani on Wheel of Fortune. Want to know more? Read on!
Akshay Kumar Reveals Why He Prefers Gujarati Thali
Viraj recalled the fixed meal routine in his Gujarati household, where different varieties of dal were prepared on specific days of the week. Mondays were reserved for toor (arhar) dal, Tuesdays for regular dal, Wednesdays for moong dal, Fridays for kadhi and Saturdays for urad dal. Akshay Kumar agreed that he enjoys Gujarati food, particularly its thalis. Viraj also mentioned seasonal dishes such as undhiyu, a popular Gujarati winter preparation.
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The conversation took a humorous turn when Viraj spoke about how his meals had changed after marriage. He joked that his diet now included avocado and sourdough bread, along with expensive dishes such as truffle mushroom pasta, which he admitted he did not particularly enjoy. Akshay, meanwhile, expressed his fondness for traditional Indian meals, saying that the comfort and flavour of a Gujarati thali could not be matched by foods such as edamame. He also recalled initially being unfamiliar with avocados before discovering the fruit later in life.
Akshay Kumar Revealed His Delhi Food Spots
Earlier in a conversation with Curly Tales, Akshay Kumar also revealed to Editor-in-Chief Kamiya Jani that he may have spent decades in Mumbai, but his food recommendations reveal his fondness for Delhi’s culinary scene. During a conversation, the actor looked back at his time in Chandni Chowk and shared a list of his favourite food spots in the capital.
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His recommendations included the iconic Paranthe Wali Gali, known for its variety of stuffed paranthas cooked in desi ghee, and Natraj Dahi Bhalle, a popular stop for the city’s street food. He also mentioned a street vendor selling mango ice cream and introduced Tiger to the nostalgic kanche wali bottle, a traditional soda drink popular in Delhi.
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FAQs
Why did Akshay change his name?
Akshay Kumar changed his name from Rajiv Hari Om Bhatia to Akshay because he was inspired by the lead character's name in his first film appearance.
Did Akshay Kumar appear on Sunday Brunch?
Akshay Kumar appeared on the popular digital talk and food series Sunday Brunch hosted by Kamiya Jani of Curly Tales, alongside actor Tiger Shroff.
What did Akshay Kumar say about Gujarati thali?
Akshay Kumar expressed his love for traditional Gujarati food and the comforting experience of a classic Gujarati thali during an appearance on the talk show Wheel of Fortune India alongside digital creator Viraj Gehlani.
