Akshaye Khanna's Dhurandhar Role Sparks Renewed Interest in Tees Maar Khan

Akshaye Khanna has received widespread acclaim for his role as Pakistani gangster Rehman Dakait in Aditya Dhar's Dhurandhar, with many viewers praising his performance as a standout. This renewed attention has led fans and filmmaker Farah Khan to revisit his earlier work, particularly his comic role as the Oscar-obsessed superstar Aatish Kapoor in Farah's 2010 film Tees Maar Khan. Despite its initial box office underperformance, Tees Maar Khan has gained a cult following, and Farah Khan highlighted its enduring popularity following Dhurandhar's success. Additionally, Dhurandhar's song FA9LA and Akshaye's screen presence have inspired viral trends, including a groom recreating his film entry at a wedding.