Journalism of Courage
Akshaye Khanna
Follow on:
Image Source : Wikipedia
- Born 28 March 1975
- Place of Birth Mumbai
- Occupation Film Actor
- Father Vinod Khanna
- Mother Geetanjali Khanna
- Siblings Rahul Khanna
- Education Lawrence School, Lovedale
- Years active 1997-present
Related Other Pages:
Found incorrect information? Help us improve by reporting
it.
Report Issue
ABOUT Akshaye Khanna
Akshaye Khanna: A Versatile Career Spanning Decades Akshaye Khanna, son of veteran actor Vinod Khanna, has carved a distinct niche in Hindi cinema known for his versatility and understated intensity. Born March 28, 1975, his career began with Himalay Putra (1997), followed by a breakout role in J. P. Dutta's Border (1997), earning him the Filmfare Award for Best Male Debut. Khanna's filmography showcases a diverse range of roles. He achieved commercial success with films like Taal (1999), Dil Chahta Hai (2001) - which garnered him the Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actor - Humraaz (2002), Hungama (2003), and Hulchul (2004). His performances in Deewangee (2002), Gandhi, My Father (2007), and Aakrosh (2010) received significant critical acclaim. After a brief hiatus, he returned with impactful supporting roles in Dishoom (2016), Mom (2017), and Ittefaq (2017). His recent work highlights a resurgence in his career. His portrayal of a defence lawyer in Section 375 (2019) earned him praise, and his role as a cop in the blockbuster Drishyam 2 (2022) stands as his highest-grossing film to date. Khanna's career is marked by a consistent ability to embody complex characters, showcasing his talent and dedication to his craft.
Akshaye Khanna FILMS AND CREDITS
| Previous Movies | Upcoming Movies |
|---|---|
|
|
|
|
|
|
| |
| |
| |
|
Image Source : IMDB & Wikipedia
Akshaye Khanna AWARDS
| Awards |
|---|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Image Source : IMDB & Wikipedia
AKSHAYE KHANNA NEWS
'Dhurandhar is not real': Mohan Kapur couldn't understand why people are praising film so much
May 12, 2026 9:19 pm
Mohan Kapur while lauding Akshaye Khanna and Ranveer Singh, remarked that Dhurandhar is a phenomenal film, cleverly written, but its premise is not factual, as it is a work of fiction.
Akshaye Khanna 'unleashed a volcano' on producer when he barred another actor from lunch: Amit Behl
May 09, 2026 2:57 pm
Amit Behl recalled an instance where Akshaye Khanna lost his temper with the producer for mistreating a character actor.
'For 10 years, he was nowhere': Shekhar Suman on how Akshaye Khanna 'decimated' the need for social media presence
May 05, 2026 7:08 pm
Actor Shekhar Suman recently praised the performances of Akshaye Khanna and Rakesh Bedi in Aditya Dhar’s Dhurandhar.
‘They are regretting that decision today’: Mukesh Chhabra reveals 3 major stars rejected Akshaye Khanna’s role in Dhurandhar
April 03, 2026 5:55 pm
Casting director Mukesh Chhabra recently opened up about the two-year long casting process of Aditya Dhar's hit films, Dhurandhar and Dhurandhar: The Revenge.
Suryakumar Yadav recreates Akshaye Khanna’s viral Dhurandhar move at Mumbai Indians event. Watch video
April 03, 2026 10:24 am
The Dhurandhar fever has gripped everyone. Suryakumar Yadav recently joined the trend, recreating Akshaye Khanna’s viral step and leaving fans thrilled.
Priyadarshan opens up on working with 'difficult' Akshaye Khanna; says one has to be 'diplomatically arrogant' with Salman Khan
April 01, 2026 2:18 pm
Priyadarshan explained how one has to be quite tactful when dealing with Salman Khan.
Gaurav Gera had left Mumbai, moved to Gurugram when Mukesh Chhabra called him for Dhurandhar: ‘Paaji, whatever you say’
March 28, 2026 5:35 pm
Mukesh Chhabra reveals how Dhurandhar 2’s casting came together over 1.5 years, from big stars to surprise picks like Gaurav Gera and Rakesh Bedi—choices that left audiences and the industry stunned.
‘Actors said no, then called later’: Mukesh Chhabra on casting Akshaye Khanna for Dhurandhar; spent 2 years, auditioned 300 for film
March 25, 2026 1:58 pm
Mukesh Chhabra reveals he spent 2 years and auditioned 300 actors for Dhurandhar 2. He also shares how actors rejected roles later regretted it, while Akshaye Khanna came on board at the right time.
‘He used to be that kind of person’: Why Farah Khan was ‘traumatised’ and did not want to work with Akshaye Khanna in the '90s; expert on repairing professional relationships
March 16, 2026 6:27 pm
Farah Khan reflects on Akshaye Khanna’s early irritability due to hair loss. An expert explains how self-acceptance and relational repair can transform once-difficult professional working relationships.
'Akshaye Khanna was not a nice person on set': Farah Khan says he was 'irritable' over hair loss
March 13, 2026 9:58 pm
Farah Khan recently revealed that her early professional collaborations with Akshaye Khanna were not smooth, as she found him to be unpleasant on set and constantly irritable at the time, which she attributed to his struggle with hair loss.
AKSHAYE KHANNA VIDEOS
The Accidental Prime Minister: Audience Review
June 22, 2020 6:06 pm
The Accidental Prime Minister starring Anupam Kher is based on the book of the same name by Sanjaya Baru. The film chronicles the time when Manmohan Singh served as the Prime Minister. Here's what the audience had to say after watching it.
People will oppose The Accidental Prime Minister: Akshaye Khanna
June 22, 2020 6:06 pm
Akshaye Khanna talks about playing Sanjaya Baru in The Accidental Prime Minister. Baru was the media advisor of former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh from 2004 to 2008. The film, also starring Anupam Kher, will hit screens on January 11.
