Akshaye Khanna is unrecognizable as Asuraguru Shukracharya in Mahakali; fans say, ‘Amitabh Bachchan 40% downloaded’

The poster of Mahakali features an unrecognizable Akshaye Khanna, transformed with heavy makeup into a sage-like figure with a long beard and flowing hair.

By: Entertainment Desk

Bangalore | September 30, 2025 02:12 PM IST

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Akhshay Khanna's look in Mahakali.

Prashant Varma has taken the internet by surprise with the first poster of Akshaye Khanna from the upcoming superhero film Mahakali. The poster features an unrecognizable Akshaye Khanna, transformed with heavy makeup into a sage-like figure with a long beard and flowing hair. The Bollywood actor plays the role of Asuraguru Shukracharya in the lastest installment of the Prasanth Varma Cinematic Universe (PVCU).

Prashant shared the poster with the caption, “In the shadows of gods, rose the brightest flame of rebellion. Presenting The Enigmatic #AkshayeKhanna as the eternal ‘Asuraguru SHUKRACHARYA’ from #Mahakali.“

In the poster, Akshaye Khanna stands before a stone fortress, draped in a flowing robe, with one eye gleaming silver.

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The moment the poster dropped, fans began comparing Akshaye Khanna’s look in Mahakali to Amitabh Bachchan’s Ashwatthama from Nag Ashwin’s Kalki 2898 AD. The resemblance is striking, with the hairdo and costume appearing eerily similar to Bachchan’s look in the sci-fi epic.

The poster’s comments section has been flooded with comparisons between Amitabh and Akshaye’s looks. One user commented, “Amitabh Bachchan 40% Downloaded.” Another comment read, “We have Ashwathama at home.”

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Mahakali is directed by debutante Puja Aparna Kolluru. The film is being bankrolled by RKD Studios, with Varma serving as creator and co-writer. Currently in production, Mahakali features a musical score by Smaran Sai and cinematography by Suresh Ragutu. Additional casting details are yet to be revealed.

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