How will Akshaye Khanna return in Dhurandhar 2 despite his character’s death in part 1? Sources reveal

Aditya Dhar’s film Dhurandhar continues to earn big numbers at the box office, and the buzz around the movie refuses to die down as audiences and movie buffs eagerly wait for the second part to release.

Amid all this, speculation around whether Akshaye Khanna’s character, Rehman Dakait, will return has continued to make headlines, especially with the fact that his character died at the end of the first part. So, how would he return? It must be the throwback.

Will Akshaye Khanna return in Dhurandhar 2? Here’s what we know

With the release of Dhurandhar, one character that audiences went mad for was Khanna, who played a role based on real-life Lyari crime lord Rehman Dakait.

Khanna’s exceptional performance as the gangster made the movie much more than just a spy thriller. However, with the first part becoming a hit, audience eagerness for the second part has only gone to the next level, with many constantly debating on how the movie will become more interesting and gripping.

Amid all this, an inside source has told Filmfare that Khanna will join Ranveer Singh in the sequel. But the big question remains: how will his character return when he is already dead? According to reports, the makers will explore the character’s backstory.

The new report published by Filmfare claims,''Our sources confirm that Akshaye Khanna will return to sets for a short one-week shoot, aimed at expanding his character’s backstory and adding more layers to his role in the next chapter of the franchise.”

Akshaye Khanna’s performance in the movie

Khanna became the talk of the entire country with his portrayal of Rehman Dakait. His performance not only sent chills down the spines of viewers, but his expressions, dance moves, and even his laughter made audiences swoon over his acting.

Khanna has long been praised for his performances in several films, but one fact that cannot be ignored is how often he has missed out on due recognition. Regarded as one of the most underrated actors for years, Dhurandhar finally marked the moment when he seemed to get his full due.

What we know about Dhurandhar 2

The second instalment of Ranveer Singh’s Dhurandhar is set to arrive in theatres on March 19, 2026. While the first part focused on how Ranveer’s character, Indian spy Hamza, entered Pakistan and went on to become the right-hand man of a dreaded gangster while getting close to ISI officers. Meanwhile, the sequel will revolve around Hamza’s backstory in India, as revealed in the post-credit scene in the first.