Akshay Kumar, known for his action roles and respect for stunt professionals, appeared on the season 3 finale of "The Great Indian Kapil Show" (TGIKS) on Netflix, where he credited his success to stuntmen. The episode, which aired on September 20, 2025, was filled with light-hearted banter between Kumar and host Kapil Sharma, along with heartfelt moments recognizing the contributions of stuntmen to the film industry.

During the show, Kumar stated, "Mere liye asli heroes yeh hai, inki wajah se mera career hai". This translates to "These are the real heroes for me, I have a career because of them". He emphasized that he considers himself a stuntman first and then an actor. This sentiment reflects Kumar's long-standing appreciation for the often-underrecognized individuals who execute dangerous sequences in films.

The episode featured several stuntmen who have worked with Kumar throughout his career. They shared insights into his support for the stunt community, revealing that Kumar has been quietly ensuring that every stuntman in their union is provided with life insurance, personally paying the premiums for years. Veteran stunt professional Vikram Singh Dahiya noted that approximately 650 to 700 stuntmen and action crew members in Bollywood are now covered under insurance thanks to Kumar's efforts. This insurance policy includes both health and accident coverage, providing cashless medical treatment up to ₹5 to ₹5.5 lakh for stunt performers injured on or off set.

Kumar's commitment to stunt professionals stems from a deep understanding of their work and the risks they undertake. In an interview, he recounted a tragic incident during the filming of his 1999 film "Jaanwar," where a young stuntman died while performing a car stunt. This event had a profound impact on Kumar, motivating him to support the stunt community and advocate for their safety and well-being. In 2017, Kumar collaborated with heart specialist Dr. Panda to launch an insurance scheme for stuntmen, an effort he has financially supported for over six years.

Besides honoring stuntmen, the TGIKS finale also included comedic segments and playful interactions. Kapil Sharma teased Kumar about his punctuality, to which Kumar humorously responded, "Arre, mujhe pehle paise nahi mile!". The show also featured Kiku Sharda and Krushna Abhishek recreating characters from the upcoming "Hera Pheri 3," and Kumar initiated a Holi-inspired water balloon fight on stage.

Kumar is currently promoting his film "Jolly LLB 3". He is also slated to appear in Priyadarshan's "Haiwaan" alongside Saif Ali Khan.