Ever since the trailer of Dhurandhar 2 was released, fans have been wondering whether Akshaye Khanna will return as the iconic villain Rehman the Dacoit . The character became one of the most talked-about elements of the first film Dhurandhar , directed by Aditya Dhar .
What Happened to Rehman the Dacoit?
In the first installment, Akshaye Khanna's character Rehman, the powerful leader of the Lyari gang, died in the climax. Because of this, many fans believed that the actor would not appear in the sequel.
However, the recently released trailer of "Dhurandhar 2" briefly shows a glimpse of Akshaye Khanna. The appearance is extremely short-less than a second-and can only be clearly noticed in slow motion.
Flashback Scenes Confirmed
According to reports, Akshaye Khanna will indeed appear in the film, but not as the main antagonist this time. Instead, his character will be seen in flashback sequences that explore parts of the story connected to Rehman the Dacoit.
While his role will be limited compared to the first film, the makers have reportedly included important scenes that add depth to the storyline.
New Villain in the Sequel
In "Dhurandhar 2," actor Arjun Rampal is set to take over as the main antagonist. The trailer portrays his character as a powerful and dangerous rival.
The film also stars:
Ranveer Singh as Hamza, who takes control of Lyari after Rehman
Sanjay Dutt in a key role
Release Date and Advance Booking
The makers have scheduled the theatrical release of Dhurandhar 2 for March 19, while paid preview shows will begin on March 18. Advance booking has already started, with over 200,000 tickets reportedly sold, indicating strong anticipation among audiences.
High Expectations
With a strong cast, intense action and the return of popular characters-even briefly-"Dhurandhar 2" is shaping up to be one of the most anticipated Bollywood releases of the month. Fans are especially eager to see how the story continues after the dramatic end of Rehman the Dacoit in the first film.