Akshay Kumar, a Bollywood actor, gained Indian citizenship on August 15, 2023.

He expressed his joy on Twitter, sharing a photo of his Indian citizenship papers.

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Born in Amritsar, Punjab, India, Kumar moved to Canada in the 1990s due to career struggles.

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In 2000, he became a naturalized Canadian citizen, while maintaining his emotional ties to India.

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Allegations of hypocrisy arose as Kumar promoted patriotism in films while holding a Canadian passport.

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Kumar defended his dual citizenship, explaining it was for his children's education.

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He applied for Indian citizenship in 2019, but the process was delayed by the COVID-19 pandemic.

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On August 15, 2023, Kumar's Indian citizenship was granted, and he renounced his Canadian citizenship.

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Kumar's transition signifies his dedication to India and its growth, impacting the debate on patriotism in Bollywood.

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