His role as Rehman Dakait became one of the biggest talking points.

Akshaye had limited screen time, but his impact was strong. His sharp smile and intense screen presence caught attention. Fans also loved his surprise dance on Bahrainian rapper Flipperachi's Arabic track FA9LA. His death scene was powerful and stayed with viewers even after the film ended.

Despite his character's brutal end, fans continued to hope for his return in Dhurandhar 2. At first, that seemed unlikely. Rehman Dakait met a violent and final fate in Part 1. This made his comeback feel impossible.

Now, a fresh report has changed everything. It has sparked fresh excitement and raised new questions among fans.

Akshaye Khanna's Backstory To Be Explored In Dhurandhar 2

A report by Filmfare claims that Akshaye Khanna will return to the sets of Dhurandhar 2. The shoot is expected to last just one week. However, this does not mean his character is coming back to life.

Instead, the sequel will explore Rehman Dakait's past. The makers want to show his journey in more detail. They plan to explain how he became one of the most feared figures in the story. The report stated, “Our sources confirm that Akshaye Khanna will return to sets for a short one-week shoot, aimed at expanding his character's backstory and adding more layers to his role in the next chapter of the franchise.”

The first film had already hinted at a sequel. It showed Ranveer Singh's character moving ahead after Rehman's death. Dhurandhar 2 will focus on Ranveer's transformation. The story will track his shift from Jaskirat Singh Rangi to undercover agent Hamza Ali Mazari. It will also show his rise as a gangster in Lyari.

Soon after the report surfaced, fans shared their reactions online.

Fans Worry About Delay

While many fans were happy about Akshaye Khanna's return, others had concerns. Some feared the new shoot could delay the film's release. Have a look at some user comments on Reddit.