Laxmii

film by Lawrence [2020]

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The film Laxmii (2020) is an Indian horror-comedy starring Akshay Kumar and Kiara Advani. It is a remake of the Tamil film Kanchana (2011). The movie follows a man who becomes possessed by the ghost of a murdered transgender woman. The film received criticism for its portrayal of transgender characters. Akshay Kumar is a prominent Bollywood actor known for his work in comedies and action films, and Kiara Advani is an Indian actress recognized for her roles in popular Bollywood productions.12

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Akshay Kumar
Later films
0 (2018), Good Newwz (2019), Laxmii (2020), and OMG 2 (2023). Some of his films released in 2024—Bade Miyan Chote Miyan (“Big Mister, Little Mister”), Sarfira (“Crazy”), and Khel Khel Mein (“While Playing”)—did not fare well. In 2025 Kumar starred in the action thriller Sky Force and the comedy drama…
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0 (2018), Good Newwz (2019), Laxmii (2020), and OMG 2 (2023). Some of his films released in 2024—Bade Miyan Chote Miyan (“Big Mister, Little Mister”), Sarfira (“Crazy”), and Khel Khel Mein (“While Playing”)—did not fare well. In 2025 Kumar starred in the action thriller Sky Force and the comedy drama…
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