Akshay Kumar could be one of the highest tax payers in the country this year. He has reportedly shelled out a whopping Rs 26 crore in taxes this fiscal.

This is far more than Hrithik Roshan 15 crore paid as taxes in fiscal 2005/06. He was followed by Shah Rukh Khan who paid Rs 14 crore. That year Akshay had paid a mere Rs 6 crore.

Last year Akshay gave four hits in a row: Namastey London Heyy! Babyy Bhool Bhulaiyaa and Welcome.

Reports says Akki`s fee has shot up to a cool Rs 22 crore for a film. Despite that the star is still in demand. He has as many as five films coming up -- Yash Raj Films` Tashan Warner Bros` Chandni Chowk To China Sajid Nadiadwala`s Kambakth Ishq Vipul Shah`s Singh Is Kinng and Nagesh Kukunoor`s Eight By Ten.

The actor will reportedly earn Rs 110 crore in this year from his films alone. His endorsements and stage shows will of course be separate.