As Akshay Kumar celebrates his 59th birthday, one thing has become evident yet again, few actors have built a relationship with franchise cinema quite like him. With a career spanning over three decades, the actor has been part of some of Hindi cinema’s most recognisable film series, playing characters that have continued to entertain audiences across generations.

Mother's Day is around the corner but why wait until the day to do something special for your mother. Take some time off during the weekend (or even the week) and sit down with your mother and watch a nice film. We give you some recommendations here, which is a mix of genres. So take your pick