Key Highlights
- Akshaye Khanna got emotional after seeing his character Rehman Dakait, reminiscent of his father Vinod Khanna.
- Prosthetic and character designer Preetisheel Singh revealed the meticulous preparation for actors Ranveer Singh and Akshaye Khanna’s roles.
- The film ‘Dhurandhar’ has had a strong box office run, expanding over a certain time period with its spy theme.
‘Dhurandhar’ Sparks Buzz: Akshaye Khanna’s Emotional Journey
In the latest buzz surrounding Ranveer Singh’s action-packed thriller ‘Dhurandhar’, actor Akshaye Khanna shared his emotional journey behind the character of Rehman Dakait. According to reports, Akshaye was deeply moved after seeing himself in this spy role, which reminded him of his late father, Vinod Khanna.
Prosthetic Design: The Meticulous Preparation
Behind the scenes, the character design for ‘Dhurandhar’ involved extensive preparation. Prosthetic and character designer Preetisheel Singh revealed that the process was particularly meticulous, with actors like Ranveer Singh requiring up to 1.5-2 hours of daily prep time.
Character Evolution: A Journey Through Time
The film’s storyline, which spans a certain period, necessitated careful tracking of character development. Preetisheel explained that the transformation of Ranveer’s character involved growing his beard and not cutting his hair, thus requiring extensive use of wigs and extensions to maintain different looks throughout the shoot.
Akshaye Khanna: Evoking a Fatherly Presence
For Akshaye Khanna’s portrayal of Rehman Dakait, Preetisheel Singh shared that his character design aimed to evoke the suaveness and presence reminiscent of Vinod Khanna. “I remember doing the trial, he was looking at himself in the mirror, telling me he was reminded of his late father,” she recalled.
Box Office Success: ‘Dhurandhar’ on a Roll
The film’s success is evident from its strong box office performance. ‘Dhurandhar’, starring actors like Sanjay Dutt, Arjun Rampal, and R Madhavan, has attracted significant attention for its action sequences, songs, and overall aesthetic appeal.
As the film continues to gain traction with audiences, experts in the industry have praised both Ranveer Singh’s and Akshaye Khanna’s efforts, highlighting the meticulous character design that has contributed to the film’s success.
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