
Actor Akshay Kumar is set to make his return to television with the brand-new reality show The Wheel of Fortune, and the opening episode is already grabbing attention for its humour and candid moments. The newly released promo features Riteish Deshmukh, Genelia Deshmukh and Shreyas Talpade as special guests, promising a light-hearted and entertaining start to the show.
The promo opens with Akshay striking up a conversation about marriage, asking Riteish, “Teri shaadi ko kitne saal hue hai?” Riteish responds by sharing that he dated Genelia for 10 years before tying the knot, and that they have now been married for 14 years. Akshay then adds his own milestone to the conversation, revealing that he has been married for 25 years. With a smile, he offers what he calls “free advice” to married men, stressing the importance of learning to say sorry to one’s wife at the right time.
Genelia jumps in with a playful remark, joking, “He is Sorry Deshmukh,” leaving everyone laughing. The banter sets the tone for what follows, as Akshay goes on to share a candid and humorous anecdote about his wife, author and former actor Twinkle Khanna.
Talking about how he knows when Twinkle is upset with him, Akshay says, “Meri biwi ka alag hai. Meri biwi jab merese gussa hoti hai mujhe pata hai kab pata chalta hai? Jab main sone jaata hoon.” He then adds the punchline that leaves both the guests and viewers in splits. “Kyunki jab main sone jaata hoon, meri side ka jo bistar hai voh geela hota hai. Uspe paane fer diya hota hai.” Translated loosely, Akshay explains that he realises Twinkle is angry when he goes to bed and finds his side of the bed wet because she has poured water on it.
The revelation sparks loud laughter from Riteish and Genelia, with the moment quickly becoming one of the most talked-about highlights of the promo. Akshay’s effortless humour and willingness to poke fun at himself and his marriage once again underline why audiences enjoy watching him as a host.
Akshay Kumar and Twinkle Khanna got married on January 17, 2001, in a private ceremony attended by close friends and family. They welcomed their son Aarav in 2002 and their daughter Nitara in 2012. Over the years, the couple has often shared glimpses of their relationship through witty social media posts, interviews and public appearances, earning them a reputation for their easy chemistry and mutual respect.
Meanwhile, The Wheel of Fortune is set to premiere on January 27 at 9 pm on Sony Entertainment Television and SonyLIV. On the film front, Akshay has Priyadarshan’s Bhooth Bangla, slated for release on May 15, 2026, along with Welcome To The Jungle and Haiwaan lined up.
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