'From Flop to fabulous': Khel Khel Mein turns game changer for Akshay Kumar; fans laud his comic timing, dance moves [Review]

Bollywood's Khiladi Kumar has been ruling the industry for decades, be it action, comedy, or socially relevant films among others. Being one of the bankable actors in B-town, a lot of hope from producers, directors, and fans riding on his shoulder. Of late, the actor has been facing criticism for a string of the last few films that tanked at the box office.

In 2024, the OG Khiladi Kumar was back with an action film with Bade Miyan Chote Miyan, which also stars Tiger Shroff. The film failed to make a mark at the box office. After which his film Sarfira also failed to garner praise.

On Thursday, August 15, 2024, three Bollywood films were released in theatres, one was Vedaa and Stree 2 and Akshay Kumar's Khel Khel Mein.

After a hiatus. Akshay Kumar's film Khel Khel Mein has finally managed to garner positive reviews, unlike his past films that were criticized.

Khel Khel Mein featuring Akshay Kumar, Vaani Kapoor, Fardeen Khan, Amy Virk, and Taapsee Pannu has created a stir on social media, with fans and critics lauding the film.

With Khel Khel Mein, Akshay returns to the comic genre. Fans are lauding him for his humour, timing, and engaging storyline. Akshay Kumar's performance along with on-screen camaraderie with other actors in the film calls for a must-watch movie this weekend, the light-hearted cinematic experience is worth your time.

In the play the group of friends which includes Fardeen Khan, Akshay Kumar, and Amy Virk are married, and one night their respective spouses play a game. Wherein the spouse will show their phones to each other. In the film, Vaani's character tells them that everyone will unlock all their phones so that whatever messages and calls they get over the evening are there for everybody to see. "Ek hi rule hai, hum saaton ke phone raat khatam hone tak public property hain." ( Everyone's phone is our public property). What happens next, who is caught, who is saved is what comedy of errors.

Another user mentioned that the film does not do justice as a remake. They noted, "#KhelKhelMein is an EPIC MISFIRE."

Akshay Kumar's film Khel Khel Mein remake of the Italian film Perfetti Sconosciuti

The film is a remake of the Italian film Perfetti Sconosciuti. The Italian comedy-drama was released in 2016.

A year later, the Telugu industry too used the film's plot for a film titled Richie Gadi Pelli. Though it did not create much impact at the box office, it featured the likes of Praneeta Pattnaik, Bunny Vox, SK Sathya and Kishore Marrisetty.

A user tweeted, "Early reviews for #KhelKhelMein are decent to good, presenting a comic drama with great music."

Another user tweeted, "#KhelKhelMein early reviews are Decent to Good as Comic Drama with good music... But #Akshaykumar came to his 'Fun character' after a long time... It's to be seen will the Audience Joy this Ride? Hope So!!"

The third one mentioned, "Mind-blowing thriller! #KhelKhelMein keeps you on the edge of your seat with its gripping storyline, clever twists, and outstanding performances.

The next one wrote, "FABULOUS, Akshay Kumar and his team will make you laugh with this interesting tale of trust, love, secrets, and betrayal."

The next one mentioned, "Just watched #KhelKhelMeinReview and it's a masterpiece! @akshaykumar is at his best, and the movie is engaging from start to finish. Bollywood is back with a bang!" Another mentioned, "Just came after watching #KhelKhelMain . A fantastic film. Dialogues, humour and performances are so good. I personally liked this film" Another echoed the sentiment and wrote, "#KhelKhelMain pure family entertainer. @akshaykumar sir comedy level unmatchable.."

Apart from a crisp storyline, the film's music has also garnered attention.

"Khel Khel Mein" successfully delivers what it promises: an entertaining experience.