Bollywood star Akshay Kumar has once again shown his generosity. He has stepped forward to support one of the most risky professions in the film industry—stunt masters and stunt workers. Akshay announced that he will personally cover the health insurance costs for 650 stunt workers across India.
This decision came after the tragic death of veteran stunt master SM Raju, who died in a car accident while working on a scene for the Tamil film Vettuvan, directed by Pa. Ranjith. Akshay said he was deeply saddened by the news and decided to take this step after hearing about the incident.
Risking Lives for Action Scenes
“Stunt workers take high risks for film scenes. A single mistake can cost them their life. Despite the danger, they have no job security, get low pay, and most of them don’t even have health insurance,” Akshay said. “In such situations, they deserve all the support we can offer.”
Health and Accident Coverage
The health insurance plan Akshay is offering will not only cover medical expenses but will also include accidental death benefits for their families in case of a fatal incident. His announcement has received a lot of praise from the film industry and fans alike, with many calling him a “real-life hero.”
Akshay Kumar has supported many causes in the past too, including donations to the families of Kargil soldiers and COVID-19 relief efforts. Once again, he has proved his commitment to humanitarian values.
