Akshaye Khanna

Why Aditya Dhar’s high-octane spy thriller has become the highest-grossing Hindi film in India, with its gory realism, magnetic villains and patriotic fervour striking a national chord

Rohit Saraf makes his debut in Telugu films with Mahakali, the new film in the Prasanth Varma Cinematic Universe. The actor joins Akshaye Khanna and Bhoomi Shetty in the film's cast.

Sanjay Gupta said Aditya Dhar spent four years mounting Dhurandhar before Ranveer Singh and the Ambanis came on board. He also revealed that nobody in the industry was ready to bet on the film given its budget and the phase Ranveer was in.

Nikkhil Advani is reportedly developing Salaam-e-Ishq 2 nearly two decades after the original romantic drama released in theatres. The sequel is expected to follow three couples navigating modern-day relationships and could reportedly launch a larger franchise.

Shekhar Suman said that talent and strong performances matter more than social media visibility in today’s film industry. He cited Akshaye Khanna’s impactful role in Dhurandhar as an example of how a powerful performance can redefine an actor’s relevance.

Director Aditya Dhar has praised Vijay Ganguly for his choreography in the Dhurandhar films. Dhar also credited Ganguly for his dance direction in Shararat, one of the viral songs this season.

Gulshan Grover, in an interview with India Today, reflected on the changes in portraying crime in films and the evolution of villains in Hindi cinema.

Shashwat Sachdev powers Dhurandhar’s music with a soundtrack that blends emotion, energy, and storytelling. By mixing nostalgia with modern sounds and global voices, he creates songs that connect across generations and stay long after the film ends.

Ashwin Dhar reacted to viral memes comparing his Dhurandhar: The Revenge look to Shah Rukh Khan. He called it a pleasant surprise.

Ranveer Singh recreated iconic dialogues from Dhurandhar at the NMACC gala, winning cheers from the audience.

Casting director Mukesh Chhabra opened up about Sara Arjun’s casting in Dhurandhar. He revealed that many actors vied for the role of Yalina opposite Ranveer Singh’s Hamza.

Casting director Mukesh Chhabra shared insights into the casting challenges for Aditya Dhar's Dhurandhar (2025). He opened up on the actors who turned down Akshaye Khanna's Rehman Dakait role.

Veteran filmmaker Priyadarshan opened up about his experience of working with Salman Khan and Akshaye Khanna, dismissing their "difficult" reputations. He is now gearing up for his upcoming film Bhooth Bangla with Akshay Kumar, marking their reunion after 14 years.

Filmmaker Prasanth Varma gave a glimpse of Akshaye Khanna's powerful look from the upcoming film, Mahakali, on the actor's birthday, sparking excitement among fans. Starring Bhoomi Shetty, the film marks Khanna's Telugu debut in the role of Shukracharya.

Mukesh Chhabra opened up about his casting journey with Aditya Dhar's Dhurandhar. He revealed that Akshaye Khanna, Sanjay Dutta and Arjun Rampal were initially unsure about being part of the project.

An impressive performance in 'Himalayputra' announces his arrival despite the film's failure.

Choreographer Vijay Ganguly explains why Dhurandhar: The Revenge skipped a song like Shararat, and shares insights on Aditya Dhar’s storytelling, Ranveer Singh’s performance, and the film’s impact.

Danish Pandor, who plays Uzair Baloch in Dhurandhar: The Revenge, praises Ranveer Singh as one of the finest actors of this generation, highlighting his irreplaceable contribution to the film.

Actor Arjun Rampal revealed that Dhurandhar was his way of channelising his angst and taking his "revenge" for everything that he had to endure during the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks.

In an industry driven by star power and visibility, Dhurandhar: The Revenge proves that the right casting can turn overlooked actors into the film’s most lasting impact.