Akshay Kumar is returning to the silver screen with OMG 2 on August 11. After playing Krishna in the first installment, the superstar will be essaying the role of Shiva to protect his devotee Kanti Sharan Mudgal from worldly troubles. In the first teaser of the film, he can be seen sporting toned abs, dreadlocks and kohl-rimmed eyes. His entry scene shows the efforts he has taken to transform into Shiva who is well-built and muscular.

Over the years, Akshay, a fitness enthusiast, has taken over many roles for his films. Some of them required extreme physical transformation. The superstar underwent a drastic makeover to play the role of a crowman in 2.0 co-starring Rajinikanth. Be it physically or cosmetically, he pulled off a look that looked stunning but was equally challenging.

While 2.0 was a work of creativity, Akshay underwent yet another transformation for Raksha Bandhan.In Raksha Bandhan, he played the role of a chaat stall owner. Shedding his suaveness and lean body, the superstar gained some extra kilos to add a touch of authenticity. Gaining weight in a healthy manner, Akshay showed utmost determination by slipping into the character effortlessly. After wrapping the film, he also shed excess weight with the help of his disciplined workout routine.

With OMG 2, it is confirmed that Akshay's chiselled will make him the right fit for Lord Shiva. His abs are worth envying and it is time to hit the gym to get a bod like Akshay, one of the OG fitness stars.