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Mukesh Khanna
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- Born 23 June 1958
- Place of Birth Mumbai
- Occupation Actor, Television Actor
- Education Film And Television Institute Of India, Elphinstone College
- Years active 1980-present
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ABOUT Mukesh Khanna
Mukesh Khanna: A Veteran Actor's Enduring Legacy Mukesh Khanna, born June 23, 1958, is a prominent figure in Indian television and film. His career spans decades, marked by iconic roles that have solidified his place in popular culture. He rose to prominence with his portrayal of Bhishma Pitamaha in B.R. Chopra's landmark television series, Mahabharat (1988-1990), a performance that continues to be lauded for its gravitas and nuanced portrayal of the complex character. Khanna's most celebrated role remains Shaktimaan, the titular superhero in the eponymous television series (1997-2005). This self-created series showcased Khanna's entrepreneurial spirit alongside his acting prowess, establishing him as a versatile talent within the industry. His recent endeavors include hosting The Mukesh Khanna Show on his YouTube channel, Bheeshm International, further demonstrating his adaptability in the evolving media landscape. Beyond acting, Khanna's contributions extend to his role as former chairman of the Children's Film Society, India, a position he held until February 2018. He is also the founder and director of Bheeshm International, showcasing his multifaceted career encompassing production and entrepreneurship. His enduring popularity is testament to his impactful performances and continuing engagement with his audience through various platforms.
Mukesh Khanna FILMS AND CREDITS
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MUKESH KHANNA NEWS
After 'denying' him role in Shaktimaan, Mukesh Khanna praises Ranveer Singh's performance in Dhurandhar: 'He is a good actor'
December 21, 2025 11:00 am
Mukesh Khanna described the Aditya Dhar directorial Dhurandhar as 'perfect'. He also lauded the performances of Ranveer Singh and Akshaye Khanna in the spy actioner.
Sanjay Khan's walk with Dharmendra ended with a rifle pointed at them; Mukesh Khanna on actor's last days
November 28, 2025 12:54 pm
Sanjay Khan, Mukesh Khanna recalled the times they worked with late star Dharmendra.
Ranveer Singh can play Tamraj Kilvish but not Shaktimaan, says Mukesh Khanna: 'My fans told me don’t let this addict play Shaktimaan'
August 17, 2025 12:28 pm
Veteran actor Mukesh Khanna has strongly opposed the idea of casting Ranveer Singh as the new Shaktimaan.
'Unsure if Ranbir Kapoor can pull off Ram's Maryada Purshottam image,' says Mukesh Khanna: 'Ramayana can't be made with Rs 1,000 cr budget, it needs...'
August 12, 2025 9:50 am
Mukesh Khanna feels Ranbir Kapoor will have to fight his Animal image if he wants to play Rama as Maryada Purshottam in Nitesh Tiwari's adaptation of Ramayana. "Rama doesn't climb trees and shoot arrows," argued the Shaktimaan actor.
'Shaktimaan ki zarurat hai aaj ke bachon ko,' says Mukesh Khanna; reveals he made a mistake while signing agreement with Sony: 'Casting mein atak gaya'
August 12, 2025 6:53 am
In a recent interview, veteran actor Mukesh Khanna opened up about the casting of the film adaptation of his '90s superhero show Shaktimaan.
Mukesh Khanna on making Shaktimaan for Gen Z: 'I will show mobile phone as villain in the first episode'
July 30, 2025 9:30 am
Mukesh Khanna, who recently made his debut in Gujarati cinema with Vishwaguru, opens up about his journey, playing Shaktimaan, the evolution of the film industry, and living a disciplined life
Mukesh Khanna calls Mahabharat co-stars 'chhichhoras', says Ravi Chopra once said 'a real man is someone who has affairs'
July 29, 2025 12:11 pm
Actor Mukesh Khanna didn't have kind words to say about his former Mahabharat colleagues, implying that they were 'chhichhoras' in real life.
Former Miss India-actor had all the talent, but was forgotten by Bollywood just because she was taller than the Khans
July 07, 2025 9:24 pm
After the success of Khoon Bhari Maang, Sonu Walia found herself typecast by the industry, receiving mostly offers to play negative characters.
Mukesh Khanna returns as Shaktimaan in audio series: 'Thrilled to connect with today's youth'
May 20, 2025 7:49 pm
Mukesh Khanna is set to return as Shaktimaan in a new audio series. The veteran actor expressed excitement about connecting with the new generation.
Mukesh Khanna pretends to beat anyone who accuses him of mimicking Amitabh Bachchan: 'If I came before him, people would say Amitabh mimics me'
April 12, 2025 3:36 pm
Actor Mukesh Khanna shared his two cents on the comparisons made between him and Amitabh Bachchan.
