Archive · 25 Dec 2025
Akshaye Khanna's Villain Steals Spotlight in Dhurandhar
Akshaye Khanna plays a villain named Rehman Dakait in the movie Dhurandhar.
This character is different from traditional villains because he has a complex background and is shown as both a loving family man and a ruthless gangster.
The audience loves his character so much that they cheer for him more than the hero.
The movie's director, Aditya Dhar, used a famous line from Shakespeare to show how Rehman was betrayed by someone he trusted.
This new way of showing villains is becoming popular in movies and TV shows.
Akshaye Khanna's portrayal of Rehman Dakait in Dhurandhar is stealing the spotlight from the hero.
Rehman Dakait is depicted as a complex character with a dual nature: a loving family man and a ruthless gangster.
The audience finds Rehman's alter character and swag more appealing than the traditional hero.
The entry song 'FA9LA' and Akshaye's acting skills contributed to the character's popularity.
The film's director, Aditya Dhar, used a Shakespearean reference to depict Rehman's betrayal by Hamza.
- Who
- Akshaye Khanna as Rehman Dakait, Aditya Dhar, Ranveer Singh as Hamza
- What
- Complex portrayal of villains stealing spotlight from heroes in Dhurandhar
- When
- During the film's release and subsequent audience reactions
- Where
- In the film Dhurandhar, set in Balochistan
- Why
- Due to the intricate and appealing portrayal of the antagonist, Rehman Dakait
- Actor
- Akshaye Khanna
- Character
- Rehman Dakait
- Film
- Dhurandhar
- Director
- Aditya Dhar
- Initial Look
- Pathanis
- Final Look
- Kurta-jeans and silk-wool pathani
- Entry Song
- FA9LA
- Antagonist's Background
- Underworld don from Pakistan, representing Balochistan
Sources
Dhurandhar: Akshaye Khanna wasn’t happy with Rehman Dakait’s look after initial testing, said ‘not sure if we should take this route’
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