Akshay Laxman | |
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| Born | 13 April 1990 |
| Alma mater | Tilak College, Vashi |
| Occupation | |
| Parent(s) | 2 |
Akshay Laxman (born 13 April 1990), is an Indian stage magician and mentalist.[1] Winner of an episode of the talent show Entertainment Ke Liye Kuch Bhi Karega on Sony Entertainment Television in the year 2014.
Early life and education[edit | edit source]
Akshay was born in Navi Mumbai, India. He attended the Fr. Agnel School in Vashi and completed bachelor's degree in mass media and psychology from the Tilak College from Vashi.[2]
Career[edit | edit source]
Akshay was inspired by the illusionist David Copperfield at the age of five.[3] He first performed in a stage show in 2003. He gained attention in 2011 after he performed magic shows in Carnival Cruise Line.[4] Akshay's career got a breakthrough after performing in the India's Got Talent.[5] Later, he performed a magic show for Aamir Khan and his family.[6] Akshay is also known for appearing in shows such as Entertainment Ke Liye.[6]
Television[edit | edit source]
| Year | Title | Channel | Notes | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | Magic Hai Hindustani | Aaj Tak | Hidden Camera Prank Show | |
| 2008 | Hole In The Wall | Pogo | Magicians Special | |
| 2013 | Masterchef INDIA | Star Plus | Cameo | |
| 2013 | Indiaās Got Talent | Colors | Contestant | |
| 2014 | Entertainment Ke Liye Kuch Bhi Karega | Sony TV | Episode Winner | |
| 2015 ā2019 | Big Celebrity Challenge | Zee Telugu | Guest Performer | |
| 2019 | Satyameva Jayate | ABP Majha | Guest Performer with Shah Rukh Khan | |
| 2021 | Dance Deewane | Colors | Guest Performer with Nora Fatehi |
References[edit | edit source]
- ā B, Roshne (8 March 2017). "He can unlock your password". The New Indian Express. Retrieved 27 August 2022.
- ā Chronicle., Deccan (12 July 2019). "Akshay Laxman finds a fan in Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan". Deccan Chronicle. Retrieved 27 August 2022.
- ā Mohammed, Nishadh (9 March 2017). "Mentalism: Power of magic rooted in science - - Mentalism: Power of magic rooted in science". DT next. Retrieved 27 August 2022.
- ā Desk, IBT Entertainment (13 July 2019). "Combo of psychological skills and magic sets Akshay Laxman apart from other magicians". www.ibtimes.co.in. Retrieved 28 September 2022.
{{cite web}}:|last=has generic name (help) - ā Narayanan, Lavanya (13 March 2017). "Recreating an illusive world". The Hindu. Retrieved 27 August 2022.
- ā 6.0 6.1 "In Pics: Journey of Famous Indian Magician Akshay Laxman". News18. Retrieved 27 August 2022.