Akshay Kumar has made a light and funny request to film critics and influencers just before the release of his new comedy film Welcome To The Jungle. The actor asked them to rethink how they rate movies, suggesting a simple change that matches the film’s humour-driven tone.
Akshay Kumar request to critics ahead of Welcome To The Jungle
Akshay Kumar shared a new poster of Welcome To The Jungle on social media where he is seen standing with folded hands, while the large ensemble cast stands behind him. Along with the post, he wrote a message for critics and influencers.
He requested them to replace traditional star ratings with laughter emojis while reviewing films.
The message quickly gained attention because it comes right before the film’s theatrical release on June 26, 2026.
Welcome To The Jungle release and cast details
Welcome To The Jungle is the third film in the popular Welcome franchise and continues the comedy-style storytelling the series is known for.
The film is directed by Ahmed Khan and produced by Firoz A. Nadiadwala.
The movie features a large star cast including Akshay Kumar, Suniel Shetty, Paresh Rawal, Arshad Warsi, Disha Patani, Jacqueline Fernandez, Jackie Shroff, Raveena Tandon, Lara Dutta, Farida Jalal, Johnny Lever, Rajpal Yadav and several others.
The film runs for around 2 hours and 50 minutes and focuses on a chaotic comedy setup involving a large group of characters caught in messy situations.
Akshay Kumar keeps promotions light and humorous
Akshay Kumar’s request reflects the film’s comedy-first mood. Instead of serious promotional messaging, he used humour to connect with audiences and reviewers.
The timing also aligns with growing online debates about film reviews, where audiences often question rating systems and how films are judged publicly.
The actor’s approach fits the franchise style, which has always focused on slapstick comedy and over-the-top situations rather than serious storytelling.
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The film also marks Akshay Kumar’s return to a full-scale comedy entertainer after recent films in different genres.
This has added extra attention from fans who associate him strongly with comic roles in Bollywood ensemble films.
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The franchise itself has a long history in Indian comedy cinema, which adds to the curiosity around how this new chapter will perform with today’s audience.
