Akshay Kumar is not a very happy man, not because of the dud One Upon A TIme In Mumbai Dobaara.
The actor is peeved about a guest appearance he did eight years ago is now being promoted as his film entirely.
A fortnight ago it was revealed that a dated Punjabi film, Dil Pardesi Ho Gaya had splashed Akshay Kumar all over its promotional campaign to present him as a prominent cast member.
While sources close to the actor had dismissed this as a tactic from the makers to take undue advantage of his superstar appeal, courtesy the fact that he hadnt really shot for the film per se, Akshay is mighty upset now.
Reason being that till date the makers havent budged from their stand and continue to use Akshays appearance in its promos and other promotional design, despite the actor categorically staying away from it.
He apparently, does not want his fans to see the film and come away disappointed after seeing him in a tiny guest appearance.
So he took to his social network and wore out an apology to his fans:
"I would like to apologise to my fans, unfortunately a favour I did for a Punjabi film many years ago, has decided to abuse my honest handout & is now using me to sell their film. I would just like to clear the air, I did a favour for a late friend & shot for 3 hours for free, 8 years later they seem to think splashing my face around as if Im the hero of the film is going to help their turn over. My part is merely a favour, I wouldnt want to disappoint anyone. But please still enjoy the film that I am hardly a part of..."
Considering the fact that Akshay has never really taken on his adversaries full frontal, he hasnt gone on an offensive yet.
However he doesnt want his loyal fan base to be taken for a ride and has made an effort to let them know all over again that he is not a part of the film.
Source : Emirates 24/7