In the video, which he shared on Monday evening on Twitter, Akshay said "The best way to celebrate a festival is with your loved ones and the good luck of spending festivals with our families is because of you (soldiers). Without even knowing us, you love us and keep us safe."

Ur one wish can be the reason for a lot of smiles this Diwali.Send ur #Sandesh2Soldiers now via https://t.co/bUEI7AuMQc or Narendra Modi app pic.twitter.com/HNJjFAyOpZ

— Akshay Kumar (@akshaykumar) October 24, 2016

"I dedicate this Diwali to all the soldiers...We are because of you. This was my message to the soldiers."

The 49-year-old actor is also urging people to send their special Diwali message to the soldiers.