“He never spoke to me”: Kangana Ranaut’s awkward flirting story with Akshaye Khanna goes viral

A blast from the past has suddenly found new life on social media, and this time, it comes with a candid confession from Kangana Ranaut. An old interview clip from Karan Johar’s chat show has resurfaced, where the actress openly spoke about trying to flirt with Akshaye Khanna and getting absolutely no response. The moment, unexpected and unfiltered, has amused fans and once again put the spotlight on Akshaye’s famously reserved personality.

Kangana’s Honest Confession That Caught Everyone Off Guard

The viral clip opens with Karan Johar asking Kangana if she had ever tried flirting with someone who didn’t respond. Without hesitation, she named Akshaye Khanna. The answer visibly surprised not just Karan but also the other guests on the couch, Anil Kapoor and Sanjay Dutt. When asked why, Kangana explained that she first attempted to strike up a conversation, then tried flirting, but Akshaye remained completely unresponsive. According to her, he barely spoke to anyone on set.

She added with a mix of humour and disbelief that Akshaye only seemed comfortable talking to Anil Kapoor, who jokingly clarified that Akshaye was like a younger brother to him. The candid exchange, free of filters or drama, is exactly why the clip has gone viral years later.

The Quiet Enigma That Is Akshaye Khanna

Akshaye Khanna has long been known as Bollywood’s most elusive star. Soft-spoken, intensely private, and rarely part of industry gossip, he has often let his work do the talking. That same quiet charm seems to be what Kangana encountered years ago and what audiences continue to find intriguing today.

Interestingly, another throwback clip has also resurfaced online, showing Akshaye dancing to Chaiyya Chaiyya at an award event. Fans were quick to label him an “underrated dancer,” surprised by his effortless moves and laid-back confidence.

A Career Peak Powered by Blockbusters

While old clips trend online, Akshaye Khanna’s present is firmly rooted in success. 2025 has been a landmark year for the actor, with Chhaava opening the year on a massive note and Dhurandhar closing it as a record-breaking blockbuster. In Dhurandhar, Akshaye’s portrayal of Pakistani gangster Rehman Dakait earned praise for its restraint and intensity.

With upcoming projects like the Telugu film Mahakali, where he plays Shukracharya, and a long-awaited reunion with Sunny Deol in Ikka, Akshaye Khanna is clearly in his golden phase.