Amid the resounding success of Dhurandhar, Akshaye Khanna has chosen to stay away from the limelight, opting for calm and solitude over constant public attention. Even as the film continues to receive widespread acclaim and fans shower praise on his intense portrayal of Rehman Dakait — particularly his standout presence in the now-viral track FA9LA — the actor has remained characteristically reserved. Instead of making the usual rounds of interviews and public appearances, Khanna is reportedly spending quality time at his Alibaug home, embracing a quieter routine away from the media glare, letting his work speak for itself while he recharges in peace.
As Ranveer Singh marked his return to form by celebrating the film’s success with a heartfelt Instagram post, Akshaye Khanna kept things low-key, staying true to his reclusive nature. The actor was recently spotted performing a vastu shanti puja at his Alibaug residence, with a video shared by the priest going viral online, showing him dressed casually in a white shirt and blue jeans as he took part in the rituals alongside three priests.
Priest Shivam Mhatre shared glimpses of the ceremony on Instagram and wrote, "I had the good fortune of performing a traditional and devotional puja at actor Akshaye Khanna’s residence. His calm nature, simplicity, and positive energy made the experience truly special."
"When it comes to class in acting, Akshaye Khanna stands apart. Through his powerful role in the historical film Chhaava, he once again captured the audience’s attention. This was followed by his sharp and intense character in Dhurandhar, his restrained yet compelling performance in Drishyam 2, and his serious, realistic role in Section 375—each film reflecting a new peak in his acting journey," the priest further added.
About Akshaye Khanna's role in Dhurandhar: Akshaye Khanna stands out as one of the most accurate portrayals in Dhurandhar. He portrays Rehman Dakait very precisely. The real photographs of Rehman which are now doing rounds on social media features a man with piercing eyes and a cold, calculated stillness—traits and as evident from Akshaye's role in Dhurandhar, he perfectly incapsulates the character. His transformation closely matches the gangster’s real appearance.
Dhurandhar Box Office Collection
Internationally, Dhurandhar witnessed a strong resurgence in its second weekend, collecting $16 million globally within its first 12 days, with more than half of that figure coming in the final five days. This impressive surge has pushed the film’s worldwide total to an extraordinary ₹639 crore, more than doubling its earnings from the first week.