Akshay’s marathon interrupted

Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar’s run as torchbearer was cut short at the Olympic torch relay in Toronto was marred by protests.

Bollywood Actor Akshay Kumar is one of the lucky 14 torchbearers for the 2010 Winter Olympics to be held in Vancouver.

According to a news, Dozens of officers with batons, along with officers on horseback, blocked the street behind the demonstration. After getting delayed for almost an hour, the Olympic flame was eventually diverted as it continued toward its final destination, City Hall.

Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper had announced Akshay’s participation during his two-day India visit in the month of November 2009.

The 2010 Winter Games shall be held at Vancouver Feb 12-28.