When Subhash Ghai called 'Dhurandhar' fame Akshaye Khanna 'not a baazaaru star': 'He speaks the truth, acts the truth'
- Posted on August 7, 2026
- By The Times of India
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In brief
Director Subhash Ghai revealed insights into casting Akshaye Khanna for the iconic 1997 musical drama 'Taal', praising the actor's commitment to authenticity and integrity. Ghai described Khanna's role as one of cinema's most intricate and emotionally honest characters, highlighting the performer's dedication to bringing nuance and truth to screen. As the film approaches its 27th anniversary, the filmmaker's appreciation underscores Khanna's understated yet powerful contribution to this Aishwarya Rai and Anil Kapoor collaboration.
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When Subhash Ghai called 'Dhurandhar' fame Akshaye Khanna 'not a baazaaru star': 'He speaks the truth, acts the truth'
As Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Akshaye Khanna, and Anil Kapoor starrer 'Taal' gears up to celebrate its 27th anniversary on August 13, we tumbled upon a throwback interview of filmmaker Subhash Ghai, where he discussed about casting Akshaye Khanna in the musical blockbuster. In an old exclusive conversation with ETimes, Ghai looked back at the film's casting process and revealed that Akshaye's character was one of the most challenging, layered, and honest roles he had ever written.
