Producer Ramesh Taurani has confirmed that Akshaye Khanna will not return for Race 4, clarifying that his character died in the first film with no scope for revival. The producer also revealed that no cast has been finalized yet as script work is currently in progress for the action franchise’s fourth installment.
Dhurandhar 2 trailer is expected to release in February 2026. Akshaye Khanna will return as Rehman Dakait in flashback sequences, while Ranveer Singh continues as Hamza Ali Mazari facing new villain Bade Sahab. The film releases on March 19, 2026.
Director Aditya Dhar has begun work on the trailer cut of Dhurandhar 2 starring Ranveer Singh. The makers are aiming for a trailer release by end of February 2026. Reports of Akshaye Khanna shooting additional scenes have been denied as his portions were wrapped during initial schedules.
Akshaye Khanna is set to return as Rehman Dakait in Dhurandhar 2 with a special backstory portion. The actor’s powerful portrayal in the first film left audiences wanting more. Director Aditya Dhar’s sequel starring Ranveer Singh releases on March 19, 2026.
Flipperachi hints at another track in Dhurandhar 2 after the massive success of Fa9la. The Bahrain-based singer teased "There might be something" while his DMs continue to blow up with fan love. Dhurandhar releases on Netflix on January 30, 2026.
Filmmaker Anurag Kashyap has shared his candid take on Ranveer Singh starrer Dhurandhar, calling the film “brilliant in execution” while flagging two lines as “propaganda dialogues.”
In an exclusive update, we can confirm that original Border cast members Akshaye Khanna, Suneil Shetty, Sudesh Beri and Punit Issar will feature in the end credits of Border 2. The sequel stars Sunny Deol, Diljit Dosanjh, Varun Dhawan and Ahan Shetty.
The best villain performances of 2025 include Akshaye Khanna as Rehman Dakait in Dhurandhar, Riteish Deshmukh in Raid 2, Arjun Rampal in Dhurandhar, Nawazuddin Siddiqui in Thamma, and Randeep Hooda in Jaat. These actors delivered memorable antagonist roles that defined the year.
Section 375 director Manish Gupta has slammed Akshaye Khanna for unprofessional behavior. He accused the actor of breaching contract, leaving crew stranded for six months, and demanding his removal as director. Manish revealed Kumar Mangat removed him and did an out of court settlement after legal notices were sent.
Drishyam 3 director Abhishek Pathak spoke about Akshaye Khanna’s exit, revealing the actor left five days before shoot after demanding a wig. Abhishek challenged Akshaye to do a solo film and dismissed money rumours. He also revealed Ajay Devgn left the decision completely to him. Jaideep Ahlawat has been cast in a new character.
Actors leaving films at the last moment has become an alarming trend in Bollywood. Recent high profile exits include Saif Ali Khan from a Tips Films project, Ranveer Singh from Don 3, Akshaye Khanna from Drishyam 3, Rashmika Mandanna from a Hansal Mehta film, and Ananya Panday from Choomantar. Industry insiders are calling it the new pandemic.
Drishyam 3 producer Kumar Mangat Pathak has blasted Akshaye Khanna for his unprofessional exit from the film. The producer revealed that Akshaye demanded a wig, signed an agreement, took advance payment, and left just 10 days before shoot. He stated that success from Dhurandhar has gone to the actor’s head and confirmed sending a legal notice.
