Prasanth Varma’s Mahakali to also release in Hindi following Akshaye Khanna’s popularity after Dhurandhar Akshaye Khanna is being very selective after Dhurandhar, as he used to be even before his resurrection. In his next release Mahakali, Akshaye Khanna plays Shukracharya, a manipulative sage, marking his entry into Tollywood. The film, part of the Prasanth Varma Cinematic Universe (PVCU), is directed by Puja Aparna Kolluru. Said producer Prashanth Varma, “We had signed Akshaye Sir much before Dhurandhar. He is the highlight of Mahakali. ”Varma intends to highlight Akshay Khanna’s presence in the North Hindi speaking belt. Earlier, the plan was to release Mahakali in Telugu only. But now after Dhurandhar, there will be a Hindi version highlighting Akshaye Khanna in the marketing. Also Read: Feroz Abbas Khan on birthday boy Akshaye Khanna’s performance in Gandhi My Father, “His emotional investment to play the part was palpable, he has made Harilal memorable in cinema”... #Varma #Dhurandhar #Akshaye_Khanna #Khanna #Akshaye #Prasanth_Varma #release_Mahakali #Mahakali #Dhurandhar_Akshaye #Cinematic_Universe
REVEALED: This song is the equivalent of Flipperachi’s track in Dhurandhar The Revenge Dhurandhar (2025) was loved for several reasons – its gripping treatment, high-voltage drama, action, patriotic flavour and, of course, its music. One of the biggest highlights of the film was ‘FA9LA’ by Flipperachi. Coupled with Akshaye Khanna’s striking dance moves, the song became an instant sensation and continues to enjoy immense popularity months after the film’s release. It has now come to light that the sequel, too, features a similar showstopper moment. In Dhurandhar The Revenge, it is Ranveer Singh’s character who gets a grand welcome from the Baloch group in a sequence mounted on a similarly memorable scale. The song used in this portion is a recreation of Algerian singer Khaled’s iconic 1990s hit, ‘Didi’. In the end credits, the track is listed as ‘Didi – Sher E Baloch’. Interestingly, moviegoers might recall that the Airlift (2016) song ‘Dil Cheez Tujhe Dedi’ was also inspired by ‘Didi’. The first Dhurandhar also stood out for the way it used recreated classics and old favourites to enhance key moments in the narrative. Aditya Dhar carries forward that tradition in the sequel as well. Songs like ‘Hum Pyar Karne Waale Duniya Se Darne Waale’ (from the 1990 film Dil), ‘Kabhi Bekasi Ne Maara’ (from the 1985 film Alag Alag), ‘Tamma Tamma Loge’ (from the 1990 film Thanedaar) and ‘Tirchi Topiwale’ (from the 1989 film Tridev) are among the tracks that audiences will get to hear... #Dhurandhar #film #Akshaye_Khanna #Flipperachi #REVEALED #high-voltage_drama #gripping_treatment #patriotic_flavour #Revenge_Dhurandhar #film_Dil
Akshaye Khanna or Nawazuddin Siddiqui to play villain in Tumbbad 2? Here’s what we know! Few actors in Hindi cinema command the kind of quiet menace and psychological depth that Akshaye Khanna and Nawazuddin Siddiqui bring to morally complex roles. Whether it is Khanna’s recent turn as a formidable antagonist in Chhaava and his layered negative performance in Dhurandhar, or Siddiqui’s long-standing reputation for portraying unpredictable, grey-shaded characters, both actors have consistently elevated narratives with their intensity. It is perhaps no surprise, then, that industry chatter suggests their names are being actively discussed for the primary antagonist in Tumbbad 2. A Villain to Match the Myth According to a report by Mid-Day, the sequel hinges heavily on its negative lead. “A powerful antagonist is central to the narrative of Tumbbad 2. The team is keen on elevating the sequel with a layered and formidable negative lead,” the report quoted a source as saying. “Akshaye Khanna and Nawazuddin Siddiqui are two names currently being discussed. Their ability to portray morally complex, unpredictable characters makes them compelling choices for the world of Tumbbad. ”The makers are reportedly looking for more than just a conventional villain. The aim is to craft a character who is psychologically dense and morally ambiguous — someone capable of standing toe-to-toe with Sohum Shah’s brooding presence in the expanding mythological universe. The speculation comes at a... #Akshaye_Khanna #Khanna #Akshaye #Nawazuddin_Siddiqui #Tumbbad #Siddiqui #Nawazuddin #play_villain #Siddiqui_bring #villain
Nagarjuna clarifies, “I was NOT offered Akshaye Khanna’s role in Dhurandhar, I wish I was” There is a rumour on the internet that Nagarjuna was offered the role that has triggered the resurgence of Akshaye Khanna in Dhurandhar. But Nagarjuna, who is currently holidaying abroad, debunked the Dhurandhar rumours. “Absolutely not. I was not offered the role, though I wish I was… Dhurandhar is a superb film… Really incredible direction by Aditya Dhar. I loved his earlier film Uri also! Superb acting by everybody in the film, and Akshaye Khanna was terrific… Looking forward to the sequel! Wishing them another blockbuster,” he said. Nag is currently shooting for his 100th film and he is very excited about it. “We are not rushing anything. There is no hurry to complete the film. We want it to be very special. After Dhurandhar, it is clear that the audiences demand international standards of storytelling. ”Also Read: “My dear Devi, congratulations on your new journey”: Nagarjuna reacts to DSP’s acting debut glimpse from Yellamma... #Aditya_Dhar #Dhurandhar #film #Akshaye_Khanna #Khanna #Nagarjuna_clarifies #Nagarjuna #Dhurandhar_rumours #Akshaye #offered_Akshaye
Prakash Raj begins shooting for Drishyam 3, quips he is “not replacing anyone” after Akshaye Khanna’s exit from Ajay Devgn-starrer Veteran actor Prakash Raj has officially started shooting for the much-anticipated Hindi thriller Drishyam 3. The actor confirmed his participation through a social media post, while also addressing speculation surrounding the film’s casting after Akshaye Khanna’s reported exit from the project. Taking to X, Prakash Raj shared an update from the sets and wrote: “Started shooting for this engaging franchise #Drishyam3 in Hindi. With a wonderful team and a scintillating role to play. I’m sure you will love it. (And yes, I’m not replacing anyone. . )”Started shooting for this engaging franchise #Drishyam3 in hindi. With a wonderful team and a scintillating role to play . Im sure you will love it . ❤️❤️❤️( and yes im not replacing anyone. . ) 😛😛😛 — Prakash Raj (@prakashraaj) February 10, 2026 The post appeared to directly respond to ongoing assumptions that he might be stepping into a role earlier associated with Khanna. His clarification suggests that his character is a new addition rather than a replacement. Notably, Bollywood Hungama was the first to report that Prakash Raj would be joining the cast of Drishyam 3, hours before the actor confirmed the development himself. The third instalment of the franchise continues the story of Vijay Salgaonkar and his family, with Ajay Devgn expected to reprise his lead role. The earlier films were bot... #Prakash_Raj #Veteran_actor #Ajay_Devgn-starrer #Akshaye_Khanna #Devgn-starrer_Veteran #started_shooting #Khanna #Raj #officially_started #Raj_begins
EXCLUSIVE: Exciting song of Dhurandhar: The Revenge to be unveiled in February; trailer likely to be launched around March 5 With less than six weeks to go before the release of Dhurandhar: The Revenge, excitement is running high for obvious reasons. The first part, Dhurandhar (2025), opened on a decent note before going on to emerge as the highest-grossing Hindi film of all time. Its characters, iconic moments, patriotic undertone and, of course, Akshaye Khanna’s dance achieved cult status, ensuring that the film continued to draw viewership even after its Netflix premiere. In this article, Bollywood Hungama takes a closer look at the promotional plans of the sequel, based on inputs gathered from multiple sources. A source told Bollywood Hungama, “There’s a tremendous demand for the trailer of the sequel. However, fans will have to wait for some time. In February, the makers plan to release a song. This track is quite promising and expected to further the hype for Dhurandhar: The Revenge. ”The source continued, “As for the trailer, it’ll be released in March after Holi. As of now, the makers plan to launch it on Thursday, March 5, in a grand fashion, just like last time. However, the exact date of the trailer launch will be confirmed in a few weeks. ”There are reports that the trailer launch will be held at Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre (NMACC), BKC, Mumbai. The source said, “The trailer will indeed be launched in NMACC. The first part’s trailer event also too... #trailer #EXCLUSIVE #Dhurandhar #Bollywood_Hungama #Exciting_song #obvious_reasons #running_high #Exciting #Akshaye_Khanna #Revenge
