The blockbuster hit Dhurandhar, which shattered box office records in 2025, left audiences captivated, particularly by Akshaye Khanna's award-winning portrayal of Rehman Dakait. Despite his character's demise in the first film's climax, recent reports sparked excitement among fans, claiming Akshaye Khanna would return for a week-long shoot for Dhurandhar 2 to expand Rehman's backstory.
However, Bollywood Hungama has learned exclusively that these reports are unfounded, bringing clarity to the future of this beloved character in the highly anticipated sequel.
Dispelling the Rumors: No New Shoot for Akshaye Khanna
Contrary to widespread speculation, a source close to the production has confirmed that Akshaye Khanna has not shot, nor is he scheduled to shoot, for Dhurandhar 2 after the release of the first installment. The acclaimed director, Aditya Dhar, had already filmed both parts simultaneously, ensuring a cohesive narrative from the outset.
• No Additional Screen Time: Director Aditya Dhar has no plans to add further screen time for Rehman, despite the character's immense popularity.
• Adherence to Vision: Dhar is committed to his honest filmmaking approach, which was a key factor in the original film's success, and aims to maintain this integrity in the sequel without cashing in on a character's fan following.
Rehman Dakait's Presence in Dhurandhar 2
While new filming isn't on the cards, fans will still get to see Akshaye Khanna as Rehman in Dhurandhar 2. The source clarified that:
• Akshaye Khanna *does* appear in a few scenes in Dhurandhar 2, which were shot much earlier during the initial production phase.
• These scenes ensure that Rehman's presence, though limited, contributes to the ongoing story.
No Reshoots, Only Patchwork
The source also addressed reports of the film being re-shot, stating unequivocally, “No reshoot is happening. Some patchwork filming was required and that has taken place.” This clarifies that any recent filming activity was minor and not related to expanding Akshaye Khanna's role.
Dhurandhar's Stellar Cast
Beyond Akshaye Khanna's memorable performance, Dhurandhar boasted an impressive ensemble cast, including Ranveer Singh, R Madhavan, Sanjay Dutt, Arjun Rampal, Sara Arjun, and Rakesh Bedi. Their collective talent contributed significantly to the film's monumental success and critical acclaim.
Fans eagerly awaiting Dhurandhar 2 can rest assured that while there won't be new scenes from Akshaye Khanna, his iconic character Rehman Dakait will still make an appearance, continuing the saga as originally envisioned by Aditya Dhar.
