Rekha hugs Abhishek Bachchan, avoids handshake with Akshay Kumar at an event; watch viral video 

Rekha hugs Abhishek Bachchan and ignores Akshay Kumar

At a recent high-profile award function, a video of veteran Bollywood actress Rekha has gone viral, capturing an intriguing moment on stage. The video shows Rekha interacting with various celebrities but noticeably ignoring Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar, a move that has sparked widespread discussion on social media.

The event, attended by major Bollywood personalities, featured Rekha on stage when Akshay Kumar and cricketer Shikhar Dhawan joined her. While Rekha warmly greeted Shikhar Dhawan, she seemed to bypass Akshay Kumar, neither making eye contact nor offering a handshake. Akshay, appearing composed, stepped aside without forcing an interaction. Shortly after, Abhishek Bachchan arrived on stage, and Rekha’s demeanor changed entirely. She greeted Abhishek with a warm and affectionate hug, which was visibly different from her reaction to Akshay.

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This unexpected interaction—or lack thereof—between Rekha and Akshay has reignited discussions about their past. The two actors worked together in the 1996 film Khiladiyon Ka Khiladi, where Rekha played a pivotal role opposite Akshay. At the time, rumors swirled about Rekha’s admiration for Akshay, but neither of them publicly addressed these speculations. Now, decades later, her apparent cold-shoulder moment has left fans speculating about any unresolved tension or if it was merely an oversight.

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Social media users have had mixed reactions to the viral clip. Some have humorously commented on Rekha’s ability to “pick her favorites,” while others have questioned if there was a deeper reason behind the snub. One user commented, “Why did Rekha ignore Akshay Kumar?” while another jokingly remarked, “An incident that made and broke many relationships!” Others focused on the warmth of Rekha’s hug with Abhishek, noting her longstanding association with the Bachchan family and hinting at past industry dynamics.

While Rekha has not made any statements about the incident, this brief moment has once again demonstrated how Bollywood’s off-screen dynamics remain just as engaging as the movies themselves. Whether this was an intentional snub or merely a coincidence, it has certainly become one of the most talked-about moments from the event.