Akshaye Khanna Wins Massive Praise for His Performance in Dhurandhar

Fans call 2025 “the year of Akshaye Khanna” after back-to-back standout roles

Actor Akshaye Khanna is receiving overwhelming acclaim for his role in Dhurandhar, the newly released spy thriller starring Ranveer Singh and directed by Aditya Dhar. Akshaye plays Rehman Dakait, a Pakistani crime lord and politician—one of the film’s key antagonists—and audiences are calling his performance one of his finest in years.

Social media hails him as the ‘scene-stealer’

Viewers who caught the film in theatres took to social media in large numbers to praise the actor’s magnetic presence.

• “The ‘A’ in Akshaye Khanna stands for AURA. Terrific screen presence🔥,” wrote one fan.

• Another viewer described a specific moment from the film: “There’s a tense, ecstatic moment that ends and he casually says ‘wooooo’. He nailed every scene literally!”

• “Can we just declare 2025 the year of Akshaye Khanna sir?” a fan posted, applauding his work in Chhaava and Dhurandhar.

Fans love his stylish entry sequence

Many highlighted his entry scene in Dhurandhar, calling it one of the best in recent memory.

A fan wrote:
“Akshaye Khanna is a GOAT actor—we all know that. But kudos to Aditya Dhar for presenting his character in the best way to date. His entry with the Arabic track and dance is an absolute vibe.”

Another noted his consistency and versatility:
“Akshaye Khanna’s screen presence is so strong that he ended up overshadowing everyone… nepo baby but in his own league… tries everything, makes his mark, and stays away from stardom.”

One viral comment summed up his mystique:
“No social media. No PR. No pap walks. No controversies. Disappears for years. Returns with two films in 2025. Effortlessly dominates the screen and steals the show. Akshaye Khanna: the quietest but loudest performer.”

A powerful 2025 for the actor

Akshaye Khanna began the year with Chhaava, where he portrayed Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb, earning widespread appreciation. With Dhurandhar, he has capped off 2025 with two contrasting but equally impactful performances.

Strong box office reception

Dhurandhar opened strongly, collecting ₹27 crore on Friday, reinforcing Akshaye’s major contribution to the film’s buzz and success.