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
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
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
| 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 | India’s Got Talent | Colors | Contestant | |
| 2014 | Entertainment Ke Liye Kuch Bhi Karega | Sony TV | Episode Winner | |
| 2015 –2019 | 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
- ↑ He can unlock your password, B, Roshne. The New Indian Express(2017-03-08). Retrieved 2022-08-27.
- ↑ Akshay Laxman finds a fan in Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan, Chronicle., Deccan. Deccan Chronicle(2019-07-12). Retrieved 2022-08-27.
- ↑ Mentalism: Power of magic rooted in science - - Mentalism: Power of magic rooted in science, Mohammed, Nishadh. DT next(2017-03-09). Retrieved 2022-08-27.
- ↑ Combo of psychological skills and magic sets Akshay Laxman apart from other magicians, Desk, IBT Entertainment. www.ibtimes.co.in(2019-07-13). Retrieved 2022-09-28.
- ↑ Recreating an illusive world, Narayanan, Lavanya. The Hindu(2017-03-13). Retrieved 2022-08-27.
- ↑ 6.0 6.1 In Pics: Journey of Famous Indian Magician Akshay Laxman. News18. Retrieved 2022-08-27.