Akshaye Khanna continues to captivate audiences with his powerful acting. The seasoned performer earns widespread acclaim for his intense portrayal of Pakistani gangster Rehman Dakait in the hit film 'Dhurandhar'.
Farah Khan's Vlog Creates Buzz
Amid this wave of appreciation, director-choreographer Farah Khan recently shared her thoughts in a new vlog. Her conversation quickly captured attention across social media platforms.
Farah addressed the sudden surge of love for Akshaye following his 'Dhurandhar' performance. She suggested that fans are now rediscovering his earlier filmography as well.
A Funny Moment Unfolds
The discussion happened during Farah's visit to former Bigg Boss contestant Pranit More's residence. She was filming content for her popular vlog series when the conversation took an amusing turn.
Pranit attempted to teach stand-up comedy to Farah's cook, Dilip. The lesson didn't go exactly as planned. Dilip unexpectedly declared 'Tees Maar Khan' as his favorite movie.
That simple statement opened the door to a full-blown appreciation session for Akshaye Khanna's work.
The 'Tees Maar Khan' Reference
Farah responded with a hilarious line that fans immediately began sharing everywhere. She stated, "Dhurandhar ke baad Tees Maar Khan ka hi raaj chal raha hai."
This translates to "After Dhurandhar, if any film is ruling, it has to be Tees Maar Khan."
Pranit joined the conversation with his own praise. He remarked, "Asli Oscar toh wahin hai, aapki film mein." This means "The real Oscar is right there in your film."
Farah instantly agreed with Pranit's sentiment. She excitedly exclaimed, "Oscaaaar!"
Why This Resonates With Fans
The comment particularly struck a chord with Bollywood enthusiasts. Akshaye played the character Aatish Kapoor in 'Tees Maar Khan'.
His character was a flamboyant superstar obsessed with winning an Oscar award. The reference created a perfect connection between his current success and past performance.
About 'Dhurandhar'
The film 'Dhurandhar' is directed by Aditya Dhar. It features an impressive ensemble cast including Ranveer Singh, Akshaye Khanna, Sanjay Dutt, R. Madhavan, Arjun Rampal, and Sara Arjun.
The movie has emerged as the highest-grossing release of 2025 so far. Its second part is scheduled for release on March 19, maintaining audience anticipation.
Akshaye Khanna's performance stands out as a major highlight. His transformation into the menacing Rehman Dakait demonstrates his remarkable acting range.
Industry observers note that this role has revitalized his career. It showcases his ability to deliver powerful performances that resonate with contemporary audiences.
