Three weeks after its release, Dhurandhar continues to dominate conversations among fans. Viewers are still discussing the film widely and revisiting it in theatres.
Directed by Aditya Dhar, the spy thriller has earned praise from audiences and celebrities alike. Many have appreciated its making, scale, and performances.
Several celebrities shared their views through interviews and social media. Among them was Mukesh Khanna, best remembered by many as Shaktimaan.
Mukesh Khanna recently spoke highly of Ranveer Singh’s performance in Dhurandhar. He said he has always seen Ranveer as a strong actor and felt the film once again proved his talent.
He praised Ranveer’s energy and emotional range in the film. Mukesh Khanna also highlighted how effectively Ranveer conveyed emotions through his eyes. He particularly admired the portrayal of an Indian spy operating in Pakistan and infiltrating a Pakistani gang.
During the interaction, Mukesh Khanna mentioned that he had earlier declined to cast Ranveer Singh as Shaktimaan. Despite that decision, he said he continues to admire Ranveer for his acting abilities and body of work.
However, his comments soon triggered backlash online. Mukesh Khanna faced trolling for repeatedly bringing up Shaktimaan in conversations unrelated to the character.
Fans reacting to the interview clips said he appears to believe Shaktimaan remains highly relevant today. Many argued that the character no longer holds the same place in popular culture.
Several users pointed out that no one had asked him about Shaktimaan. They felt he continues to mention it unnecessarily and should stop making the character his entire identity.
Following these reactions, some fans expressed doubts about a potential new Shaktimaan film. They believe such a project may not meet expectations, especially if Mukesh Khanna remains closely involved.
While Shaktimaan remains a cherished part of many childhoods and an important phase of Mukesh Khanna’s career, fans feel it is time to accept that audiences have moved on.
