Mumbai, Jan. 30 -- Actor Akshay Kumar took to social media on Thursday to extend his warm birthday wishes to filmmaker Priyadarshan.

The celebrated director, known for his contributions to Indian cinema, turned a year older on Thursday, and Akshay couldn't resist sharing a candid moment with his longtime collaborator.

Posting a playful picture of the duo on his Instagram handle, Akshay Kumar wrote a heartfelt message, "Happy Birthday, Priyan Sir! What better way to celebrate than by spending the day on a haunted set, surrounded by ghosts...both real and unpaid extras? Thank you for being a mentor, and the only person who can make chaos look like a masterpiece. May your day be filled with fewer retakes. Wishing you a fantastic year ahead...