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Akshaye Khanna

Akshaye Khanna 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

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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.

Akshaye Khanna FILMS AND CREDITS

Previous Movies Upcoming Movies
  • Drishyam 2
  • Drishyam 2

    ( 2022 )

  • Chhaava
  • Chhaava

    ( 2025 )

  • Hungama 2
  • Hungama 2

    ( 2021 )

  • Drishyam 3
  • Drishyam 3

    ( Not Final )

  • State of Siege: Temple Attack
  • State of Siege: Temple Attack

    ( 2021 )

  • Legacy
  • Legacy

    ( Not Final )

  • Sab Kushal Mangal
  • Sab Kushal Mangal

    ( 2020 )

  • Section 375
  • Section 375

    ( 2019 )

  • The Accidental Prime Minister
  • The Accidental Prime Minister

    ( 2019 )

  • Ittefaq
  • Ittefaq

    ( 2017 )

  • Mom
  • Mom

    ( 2017 )

  • Dishoom
  • Dishoom

    ( 2016 )

  • Delhi Safari
  • Delhi Safari

    ( 2012 )

  • Gali Gali Chor Hai
  • Gali Gali Chor Hai

    ( 2012 )

  • Tees Maar Khan
  • Tees Maar Khan

    ( 2010 )

  • No Problem
  • No Problem

    ( 2010 )

  • Aakrosh
  • Aakrosh

    ( 2010 )

  • Shortkut - The Con Is On
  • Shortkut - The Con Is On

    ( 2009 )

  • Mere Baap Pehle Aap
  • Mere Baap Pehle Aap

    ( 2008 )

  • Race
  • Race

    ( 2008 )

  • Aaja Nachle
  • Aaja Nachle

    ( 2007 )

  • Gandhi, My Father
  • Gandhi, My Father

    ( 2007 )

  • Naqaab
  • Naqaab

    ( 2007 )

  • Salaam-e-Ishq
  • Salaam-e-Ishq

    ( 2007 )

  • Aap Ki Khatir
  • Aap Ki Khatir

    ( 2006 )

  • 36 China Town
  • 36 China Town

    ( 2006 )

  • Shaadi Se Pehle
  • Shaadi Se Pehle

    ( 2006 )

  • Hulchul
  • Hulchul

    ( 2004 )

  • Deewaar: Let's Bring Our Heroes Home
  • Deewaar: Let's Bring Our Heroes Home

    ( 2004 )

  • LOC: Kargil
  • LOC: Kargil

    ( 2003 )

  • Hungama
  • Hungama

    ( 2003 )

  • Border Hindustan Ka
  • Border Hindustan Ka

    ( 2003 )

  • Deewangee
  • Deewangee

    ( 2002 )

  • Humraaz
  • Humraaz

    ( 2002 )

  • Dil Chahta Hai
  • Dil Chahta Hai

    ( 2001 )

  • Love You Hamesha
  • Love You Hamesha

    ( 2001 )

  • Dahek: A Burning Passion
  • Dahek: A Burning Passion

    ( 1999 )

  • Taal
  • Taal

    ( 1999 )

  • Laawaris
  • Laawaris

    ( 1999 )

  • Aa Ab Laut Chalen
  • Aa Ab Laut Chalen

    ( 1999 )

  • Kudrat
  • Kudrat

    ( 1998 )

  • Doli Saja Ke Rakhna
  • Doli Saja Ke Rakhna

    ( 1998 )

  • Bhai Bhai
  • Bhai Bhai

    ( 1997 )

  • Mohabbat
  • Mohabbat

    ( 1997 )

  • Border
  • Border

    ( 1997 )

  • Himalay Putra
  • Himalay Putra

    ( 1997 )

Image Source : IMDB & Wikipedia

Akshaye Khanna AWARDS

Awards
  • Best Actor
  • The Annual Kalakar Awards for Best Actor - 2003 Humraaz

  • Best Actor
  • The Annual Kalakar Awards for Best Actor - 2001 Taal

  • Best Performance in a Negative Role
  • The Awards of the International Indian Film Academy for Best Performance in a Negative Role - 2009 Race

  • Best Supporting Actor (Hindi)
  • The Bengal Film Journalists' Award for Best Supporting Actor (Hindi) - 2002 Dil Chahta Hai

  • Best Supporting Actor
  • The Filmfare Awards for Best Supporting Actor - 2002 Dil Chahta Hai

  • Best Debut Actor
  • The Filmfare Awards for Best Debut Actor - 1998 Border

  • Best Performance by an Actor in a Negative Role
  • The Sansui Viewer's Choice Awards for Best Performance by an Actor in a Negative Role - 2003 Humraaz

  • Best Supporting Actor
  • The Sansui Viewer's Choice Awards for Best Supporting Actor - 2002 Dil Chahta Hai

  • Best Debutant Performance
  • The Sansui Viewer's Choice Awards for Best Debutant Performance - 1998 Himalay Putra

  • Best Performance by an Actor in a Negative Role
  • The Screen Awards, IN for Best Performance by an Actor in a Negative Role - 2009 Race

  • Special Jury Award
  • The Screen Awards, IN for Special Jury Award - 2002 Dil Chahta Hai

  • Most Promising Debut Actor
  • The Screen Awards, IN for Most Promising Debut Actor - 1998 Himalay Putra

  • Best Actor in a Supporting Role
  • The Zee Cine Awards for Best Actor in a Supporting Role - 1998 Border

  • Best Debut Actor
  • The Zee Cine Awards for Best Debut Actor - 1998 Himalay Putra

Image Source : IMDB & Wikipedia

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.

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