On Thursday, actor Akshay Kumar took to his Instagram account to announce the release date of his upcoming film, Mission Mangal. The film will hit the big screens on August 15, 2019, Independence Day. Apart from announcing the film's release date, the actor has also emphasised on the importance of doing a film like Mission Mangal. The only reason Akshay has done this film is for his daughter Nitara and other children of her age. The actor plays a scientist in this film.

"Mission Mangal, a film which I hope will inspire as much as entertain. A film which I've done specially for my daughter and children her age to familiarise them with the incredible true story of India's mission to Mars," wrote the actor.