Akshaye Khanna shines in Dhurandhar as Rahman Dacoit and is now gearing up for his next big project, ‘Mahakali’, where he plays Shukracharya. He will also feature in Dhurandhar 2, releasing in 2026.
The role he played in Dhurandhar created a sensation
Mumbai: Akshay Khanna is the talk of the town these days. His recent film Dhurandhar, where he played the negative character of "Rahman Dacoit," has surprised audiences. His sharp acting, powerful screen presence, and the profound impact of his villainous role—all have brought Akshay Khanna back into the spotlight.
People are highly impressed to see him in such a strong role after a long time, and he is receiving immense praise on social media.
Amidst the success of Dhurandhar, audiences are now eagerly awaiting his next film. The good news for fans is that Akshay Khanna will soon be seen in a very different and challenging role.
This film is being directed by Prashanth Varma, who has previously directed the superhit film Hanu-Man. In Mahakali, Akshay Khanna will play the role of Asura Guru Shukracharya. This character is completely different, and its first look itself surprised the fans.
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It was difficult to recognize Akshay in this look, which clearly indicates that his character will be very deep, mysterious, and impactful. With this film, Akshay Khanna will also make his debut in Telugu cinema.
The release date of Mahakali has not yet been finalized, but it is expected that the film will be released in theaters in 2026.
Before Mahakali, audiences will also get a glimpse of Akshay Khanna in Dhurandhar 2. Although his character was shown to die in the first part, his past storyline will be shown in the sequel. The makers have already announced that Dhurandhar 2 will be released worldwide on March 19, 2026.
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With Dhurandhar and Mahakali, Akshay Khanna has entered a new golden phase in his career. On one hand, he is winning people's hearts with his negative roles, while on the other hand, his mythological and powerful character in Mahakali will prove his versatility.
