Akshay Kumar to play RK Laxman's Common Man in next film

Actor Akshay Kumar's character in Priyadarshan's upcoming film Khatta Meetha is inspired by a cartoon character, none other RK Lakshman's iconic 'Common Man'.

Makers of the film felt Akshay, who is known for his comedy as much as he is for his action packed roles, is apt to play a witty common man, on the lines of RK Laxman's famous character.

"Khatta Meetha is a satire based on the road-mafia active in Bihar and parts of UP. Based on a true incident, this film unveils the chagrin of the common man through Akshay's character," said a sources close to the actor.

Akshay, who will be producing the film under his banner Hari Om Productions, has a slew of releases lined up this year including Khatta Meetha, Sajid Nadiawala’s Houseful, Nikhil Advani's Patiala House and Farah Khan’s Tees Maar Khan.