Akmal is a multifaceted talent in the Australian entertainment industry, known for his work in movies, sketch comedy, stand-up, TV appearances, radio DJ and talk show host, improvisation, and as a published author. He has earned a reputation as one of Australia's most respected and successful comedians, adept at handling hot topics with humour and sensitivity.
Over the past decade, Akmal's popularity has soared due to his frequent appearances on national TV shows such as Rove, The Glasshouse, and Thank God You’re Here. This visibility has led to numerous sold-out tours, including his 'Hoot' and 'Gullible' tours. He also wrote and starred in the acclaimed sketch comedy show 'All Aussies are Boofta,' which enjoyed successful runs at the Harold Park Hotel, The Parramatta Riverside Theatre, and The Harbourside Brasserie.
Akmal has performed at major comedy festivals worldwide, including the Adelaide Fringe Festival, Melbourne International Comedy Festival, Vancouver Comedy Festival, Just For Laughs in Montreal, New Zealand Comedy Festival, and the Edinburgh Fringe Festival.
He wrote and starred in the feature film 'You Can’t Stop the Murders' and the cult TV show 'The 40 Foot Show.' He also hosted Nova network’s 'The Wrong Way Home' drive show, achieving the station's highest drive ratings. His return to stand-up with the national sell-out tour 'Live and Uncensored' was a hit, and the DVD of the show went platinum in Australia.
Akmal has been nominated for multiple awards, including two Australian Comedy Awards, two Helpmann Awards for live performance excellence, and an ARIA award for his 'Live and Uncensored' DVD.
