Akshaye Khanna’s striking dance sequence in Aditya Dhar’s blockbuster Dhurandhar has become one of the film’s most talked-about moments, dominating social media and fan discussions. While the film initially drew attention for its ensemble cast featuring Ranveer Singh and Arjun Rampal, it is Akshaye’s powerful presence as Rehman Dakait—particularly his dramatic entry set to the Arabic track FA9LA by Bahrainian rapper Flipperachi—that has turned into a cultural moment of its own. His commanding energy as Sher-E-Baloch has sparked widespread appreciation, memes and endless replays online.
Amid this wave of popularity, an old video of Akshaye’s father, the late superstar Vinod Khanna, has resurfaced and gone viral. The clip, reportedly from a 1989 charity event in Lahore, features Vinod Khanna dancing alongside Rekha, with Pakistan cricket legend and former Prime Minister Imran Khan also present at the event. The effortless charm and rhythmic ease with which Vinod Khanna moves in the video immediately reminded fans of Akshaye’s dance in Dhurandhar, leading many to wonder if the actor’s viral moment carried echoes of his father’s style.
Fans filled the comment sections with nostalgia and admiration. One wrote that they finally understood why older generations raved about Vinod Khanna whenever Akshaye was praised, while another humorously pointed out that both father and son ended up dancing in Pakistan—one in real life, the other in a fictional setting.
While many speculated about a possible influence, members of the Dhurandhar team clarified that Akshaye’s dance was not choreographed in advance. His co-star Danish Pandor and the film’s choreographer revealed that the viral scene was created spontaneously, shaped entirely by Akshaye’s instinct and improvisation on set. Whether or not the moment carries a trace of his father’s legacy, Akshaye’s magnetic performance has undeniably revived memories of Vinod Khanna’s iconic aura, creating an unexpected connection across generations.
