EntertainmentPosted at: Jan 15 2026 7:57PM


Comeback: "Dhurandhar 2" to showcase past of Akshaye Khanna's character

Mumbai, Jan 15 (UNI) Akshaye Khanna is set to return to the "Dhurandhar" franchise in a limited capacity in "Dhurandhar 2", notwithstanding the definitive conclusion of his character's arc in the first film.
Trade reports suggest the actor will participate in a limited shoot of approximately one week, filming additional material intended to deepen the narrative around his character rather than reopen his story arc.
The first instalment of Dhurandhar, directed by Aditya Dhar and starring Ranveer Singh alongside Khanna, has been a major box office success, drawing praise for its storytelling and ensemble performances.
Khanna’s portrayal of Rehman Dakait, a complex antagonist in the film, resonated strongly with audiences, leading to widespread discussion online and significant fan interest, reports Bollywood Hungama.
In the original film, Rehman Dakait’s storyline concluded with the character’s death. However, recent reports suggest the creative team behind Dhurandhar 2 plans to explore aspects of his backstory or earlier timeline through select scenes. These additions will be filmed during a brief shoot in the near future, as per the report by the portal.
Sources suggest that principal photography on the sequel has already wrapped and that Khanna's return was conceived at a later stage, influenced by the character's strong resonance with audiences.
The intent, it is understood, is to enrich the storyline surrounding Dakait rather than reverse or reinterpret events from the original film.
Dhurandhar 2 is expected to expand the espionage universe introduced in the 2025 original. It continues the story of Hamza Ali Mazari, the undercover agent played by Ranveer Singh, and features a cast including prominent actors such as Sanjay Dutt, R. Madhavan, Arjun Rampal and others. The sequel will be released across multiple languages nationwide. UNI NST SSP
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