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Akshaye Khanna
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- 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
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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.
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AKSHAYE KHANNA NEWS
Amid his exit from Drishyam 3, Akshaye Khanna poses with director Puja Kolluru for a selfie on Mahakali set
January 01, 2026 8:31 pm
Akshaye Khanna has joined the sets of Mahakali, where he plays Shukracharya, a pivotal character in the mythological epic.
Akshaye Khanna scolded Mukesh Chhabra when he first proposed Dhurandhar: 'I don't even live in Mumbai'
January 02, 2026 7:39 am
Dhurandhar’s casting director Mukesh Chhabra spoke about the film’s casting process, how it took a year of his life, and how he convinced Akshaye Khanna to play the role of Rehman Dakait.
Dhurandhar makers asked to mute 'Baloch' by I&B Ministry; 50% screens given to Ikkis with Jio Studios intervention
January 01, 2026 12:46 pm
Dhurandhar's historic run will face two setbacks starting today, with the I&B Ministry's instruction to make some changes in the film and distributor Jio Studios giving up 50% single screens in favour of its new release, Ikkis.
'Akshaye Khanna got me removed as director, demanded fee hike': Section 375 writer on 'unprofessional' Dhurandhar actor
December 31, 2025 10:01 am
After Drishyam 3 makers sent a legal notice to Akshaye Khanna, Section 375's write Manish Gupta also recalled the time he got into a legal battle with Akshaye and the film's producer.
Dhurandhar Box Office Collection Day 26: Ranveer Singh starrer makes Rs 1128.63 cr globally, earns Rs 754.5 cr in India
January 01, 2026 8:03 am
Dhurandhar Box Office Collection Day 26: Ranveer Singh film has managed to earn over Rs 10 cr for 26th consecutive day. The film makes Rs 754.5 cr India net.
Dhurandhar Movie Box Office Collection Day 25: Ranveer Singh-starrer is highest grossing Hindi film
December 31, 2025 7:09 am
Dhurandhar box office collection Day 25 Worldwide: As Ranveer Singh film enters Rs 700 crore club in India, it has emerged as the highest grossing Hindi film in terms of domestic collections.
‘Life jeeta hai aapne hisaab se’: Arshad Warsi reveals why Akshaye Khanna ‘doesn’t care about you’; expert on psychology behind being truly unbothered
December 29, 2025 5:51 pm
An expert shares how individuals can learn to live ‘life on their own terms’ without falling into emotional avoidance or ignoring valuable feedback from others
Drishyam 3 director reveals how Ajay Devgn reacted to Akshaye Khanna’s exit, says fee was revisited: ‘He is on a different planet after Dhurandhar’
December 29, 2025 3:50 pm
Drishyam 3 director Abhishek Pathak opened up about the creative differences with Akshaye Khanna and also revealed how the his fees were revisited. He said Akshaye is on a 'different planet' after Dhurandhar success.
As Dhurandhar surpasses Jawan, Pathaan, Akshaye Khanna has scored a box office feat only achieved by Shah Rukh Khan
December 29, 2025 2:19 pm
With Hindi cinema's biggest domestic blockbusters Dhurandhar and Chhaava releasing in the same year, Akshaye Khanna has become the only actor to tie with Shah Rukh Khan, who scored two Rs 500 crore+ blockbusters Pathaan and Jawan in 2023.
Drishyam 3 producer reveals Akshaye Khanna quit film a day before Dhurandhar's release: 'How can you not respond to calls, messages?'
December 28, 2025 7:32 pm
Producer Kumar Mangat Pathak has revealed that Akshaye Khanna exited Drishyam 3 right before the release of Dhurandhar, where his performance opened to widespread acclaim.
