Akshaye Khanna NOT shooting for additional scenes for Dhurandhar 2: Report

The phenomenal success of Dhurandhar firmly established the film as one of the most impactful action dramas in recent times. Directed by Aditya Dhar, the film struck a chord with audiences for its gripping narrative, powerful performances and sharp execution. Following its strong theatrical run and widespread acclaim, expectations from its sequel have been sky high. Dhurandhar 2 has since remained in the spotlight, with fans closely tracking every update related to the cast, storyline and release plans of the much awaited continuation.

While the film was widely loved, it was Akshaye Khanna's character Rehman Daqait who earned widespread recognition after the release. Amid growing buzz, reports recently surfaced suggesting that Akshaye Khanna had joined the sets of Dhurandhar 2 to shoot additional scenes. However, a new report by Pinkvilla claims that the said rumours are not true. The portal states, Akshaye Khanna is indeed a part of the sequel, however, there is no fresh filming currently taking place involving the actor. Sources close to the production have clarified that his portions were completed much earlier and that there has been no new shoot schedule featuring him.

According to their report, Akshaye Khanna will appear in select flashback sequences that play an important role in the narrative. These scenes were filmed during the initial schedules of the project. 'There is no additional filming happening with Akshaye Khanna at the moment. His portions were wrapped earlier and are part of key flashback moments in the narrative,' a source clarified, putting speculation to rest. This confirmation has helped clear the air around the actor’s involvement, especially amid heightened curiosity surrounding the sequel.

Meanwhile, Dhurandhar 2 has now entered a crucial stage of post production. Director Aditya Dhar is currently focusing his attention on shaping the film’s trailer. The makers are reportedly planning to unveil the trailer by the end of February, adding to the excitement among fans. 'Aditya is sitting on the trailer edit. The idea is to deliver something impactful again,' an insider revealed.

With post production moving steadily and promotional plans beginning to take shape, anticipation for Dhurandhar 2 continues to build. While rumours around the cast may come and go, the makers remain focused on delivering a sequel that lives up to the legacy of the original and raises the bar even higher.