Akshay Kumar surprises in 'Kesari' first look, sports a huge turban—See pic

Pic Courtesy: IANS

New Delhi: Superstar Akshay Kumar's film calendar for this and the coming year is super tight with films such as 'Gold', '2.0, Padman and Kesari taking most of his time. The actor recently took to Twitter and shared the first look picture of his film Kesari.

He started off the New Year with Kesari shoot. The film is a collaboration between Akshay and Karan Johar's Dharma Productions. It is based on The Battle of Saragarhi'. Check out his first look picture where Akki can be seen donning a huge saffron turban, long beard and do not miss the uniform.

Feeling nothing but immense pride and gratitude while sharing this. Beginning my 2018 with #KESARI, my most ambitious film and a lot of passion. Need your best wishes as always @dharmamovies@iAmAzure @SinghAnurag79 pic.twitter.com/NOQ5x7FKRK — Akshay Kumar (@akshaykumar) January 5, 2018

The National Award winning actor looks totally unrecognisable in the picture. The film is being helmed by Anurag Singh and will hit the screens on Holi next year.

This is for the first time that KJo has collaborated with Akshay Kumar for any project.

Extremely excited to see this exceptional and brave story unfold!!! @akshaykumar #KESARI #holi2019 pic.twitter.com/8xisu1RBCS — Karan Johar (@karanjohar) October 10, 2017

Meanwhile, Akki's upcoming venture Padman starring Sonam Kapoor and Radhika Apte will now be releasing on January 25, 2018, instead of 26.

Tell us what you think about Akki's latest look in the film?