# Akshay Kumar Gets 25 More Episodes on Wheel of Fortune!

URL: https://technosports.co.in/akshay-kumar-gets-25-more-episodes-on-wheel-of-fortune/  
Published: 2026-02-16  
Updated: 2026-02-16  
Author: Reetam Bodhak

Just when you thought Akshay Kumar’s plate couldn’t get any fuller — films, OTT, brand endorsements — comes the news that his [game show](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Game_show) stint just got a whole lot longer. According to exclusive reports, Wheel of Fortune has been so well-received by audiences that the makers have extended Akshay’s contract by **25 additional episodes**, taking his total TV run on the show to a solid **65 episodes**. And yes, it will stream on Sony LIV too, making his small-screen comeback truly unmissable.

## Akshay Kumar on Wheel of Fortune — Key Facts at a Glance

| Detail | Info |
| --- | --- |
| Show | Wheel of Fortune (Indian adaptation) |
| Network | Sony Entertainment Television + Sony LIV |
| Original Episode Plan | ~40 episodes |
| Contract Extension | +25 episodes |
| Total Episodes Now | 65 episodes |
| TV Milestone | 3rd successful small-screen outing |
| Previous TV Shows | Khatron Ke Khiladi (Seasons 1, 2, 4), MasterChef India (Season 1) |

## Why This Is a Bigger Deal Than It Sounds

![](https://technosports.co.in/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/image-951-1024x576.png)

A 25-episode extension isn’t just a scheduling update — it’s a strong commercial vote of confidence. Shows get extended when advertisers are happy, ratings are climbing, and audiences keep tuning in. All three boxes are clearly ticked for Wheel of Fortune.

What makes Akshay’s television track record genuinely impressive is how consistent it’s been. He was the original host of *Khatron Ke Khiladi*, practically building the stunt-reality genre in India before it became mainstream. He later hosted and judged *MasterChef India Season 1* alongside Kunal Kapur and Ajay Chopra. Both stints were successful and memorable. Wheel of Fortune is now his third major TV conquest — and arguably his most mainstream one yet, given it targets a broad family audience rather than a specific niche.

For Sony Entertainment Television, this is also a landmark moment. After the enduring dominance of *Kaun Banega Crorepati* on rival Star Plus, Wheel of Fortune gives Sony its second genuine primetime game show hit — and that’s no small achievement in today’s fragmented TV landscape.

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## Akshay Kumar’s Complete TV Journey

| Show | Role | Channel |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Khatron Ke Khiladi (Seasons 1, 2, 4) | Host (OG) | Colors TV |
| MasterChef India Season 1 | Host & Judge | Star Plus |
| Wheel of Fortune (2026) | Host — 65 episodes | Sony ET + Sony LIV |

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## FAQs

### **Q: How many episodes will Akshay Kumar host on Wheel of Fortune India?**

Following a contract extension of 25 episodes, Akshay Kumar will now host a total of 65 episodes of Wheel of Fortune, airing on Sony Entertainment Television and Sony LIV.

### **Q: What are Akshay Kumar’s previous TV shows?**

Akshay Kumar was the original host of Khatron Ke Khiladi (Seasons 1, 2, and 4) and hosted and judged MasterChef India Season 1 — Wheel of Fortune marks his third successful television outing.