# Akshay Kumar removes shoes before holding national flag on Independence Day

2026-08-15T12:30:41+00:00 | Entertainment | Indian Opinion Desk

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Akshay Kumar and Tiger Shroff paused a cricket match at a Mumbai ground on August 15, 2026, to hoist the national flag for India's 80th Independence Day. A video shows Akshay removing his shoes before stepping onto a chair to hold the Tricolour, as there was no flagpole available. Those present sang 'Jana Gana Mana' and saluted the flag. Netizens praised the gesture, calling it a mark of true respect. Akshay later posted a message in Hindi, wishing citizens a happy Independence Day and expressing hope for a brighter future.

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- timesofindia.indiatimes.com <https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/news/akshay-kumar-removes-shoes-before-holding-national-flag-during-independence-day-2026-celebration-with-tiger-shroff-netizens-praise-his-gesture-watch/articleshow/133261757.cms>
- hindustantimes.com <https://www.hindustantimes.com/entertainment/bollywood/akshay-kumar-stops-cricket-match-removes-shoes-before-holding-national-flag-during-independence-day-celebration-watch-101786793590480.html>

Tags: Akshay Kumar, Golmaal 5, Haiwaan, Mumbai, Tiger Shroff
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