Akshaye Khanna almost rejected Dhurandhar, told casting director Mukesh Chhabra, 'Pagal ho gaya hai? Villain kyun karunga main?'
- Posted on September 20, 2026
- By The Times of India
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In brief
Akshaye Khanna's compelling performance as the antagonist Rehman Dakait in Aditya Dhar's ambitious two-part thriller 'Dhurandhar' garnered significant critical acclaim. Yet casting director Mukesh Chhabra recently disclosed surprising behind-the-scenes details, revealing the actor initially hesitated to accept the villainous role. Khanna's initial skepticism about portraying a negative character nearly cost him the opportunity, showcasing the unexpected journey that led to his standout screen presence.
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Akshaye Khanna almost rejected Dhurandhar, told casting director Mukesh Chhabra, 'Pagal ho gaya hai? Villain kyun karunga main?'
Akshaye Khanna’s portrayal of Rehman Dakait in Aditya Dhar’s ‘Dhurandhar’ became one of the most talked-about performances from the two-part film. However, casting director Mukesh Chhabra has revealed that the actor was not the original choice for the role.
