In a surprising revelation, actor Rahul Khanna has stated that he has not yet watched his brother Akshaye Khanna's blockbuster film Dhurandhar, despite its monumental success at the box office. The film, starring Ranveer Singh, has seen over 3 crore footfalls and has become a cultural phenomenon, but Rahul is holding out for a personal viewing with his sibling.
The Awaiting Brother: A Personal Tradition
In a recent chat with Mid-Day, Rahul Khanna explained his unique reason for not having seen the film. "I haven't seen the movie yet. I'm waiting for him to show it to me," he said. He further praised his brother's iconic look in the film, adding, "Anything he wears looks great, so I'm sure he looks fantastic in the film." This statement highlights the close, albeit privately celebrated, bond between the two brothers, who are the sons of the late legendary actor Vinod Khanna.
Dhurandhar's Record-Breaking Box Office Journey
The context of Rahul's wait makes it even more notable. Dhurandhar has not just been a hit; it has rewritten Bollywood history. Released in late 2025, the film has shattered records, surpassing mega-blockbusters like Shah Rukh Khan's Jawan and Pathaan to become the second-highest-grossing Hindi film of all time. Its India nett collection stands at a staggering Rs 806.80 crore, and it is steadily approaching the Rs 1200 crore mark worldwide.
The film's success, powered by Akshaye Khanna's viral portrayal of Rehman Dakait, has cemented his career resurgence. Furthermore, with the earlier success of Chhaava in 2025, where he played Akbar, Akshaye achieved a remarkable feat. He became the second Bollywood actor after Shah Rukh Khan to cross a cumulative Rs 2000 crore at the box office within a single calendar year.
Family Bonds and Legacy
The Khanna brothers' relationship has often been described as independent of their famous parents. In a past interview with TOI, Akshaye had reflected on their bond, noting, "In that sense, it hasn't changed. But the immediate family for an individual is parents and siblings, and once that starts getting smaller, you hold to what is left even more." Their father, Vinod Khanna, was married to Geetanjali Khanna, the mother of Akshaye and Rahul. He famously left his family and career to follow Osho, later returning to marry Kavita Daftary, with whom he had two more children.
While audiences globally have flocked to theatres to experience Dhurandhar, Rahul Khanna's deliberate wait underscores a familial intimacy amidst the glare of stardom. It is a personal ritual that remains untouched by the film's industry-shattering commercial triumph.
