Actor
Akshaye Khanna
Based In
Mumbai, India.
Origin
Mumbai, India.
Years Active
1997 – Present
Akshaye Khanna Biography
Personal Information
- Full Name: Akshaye Khanna
- Profession: Actor
- Date of Birth: 28 March 1975
- Age: 50
- Birthplace: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
- Nationality: Indian
- Zodiac Sign: Aries
- Years Active: 1997 – Present
- Industry: Hindi Film Industry (Bollywood)
Family Background
- Father: Vinod Khanna (Veteran Actor & Politician)
- Mother: Geetanjali Khanna
- Brother: Rahul Khanna (Actor)
- Married Status: Unmarried
Education
- Studied at Lawrence School, Lovedale (Ooty)
- Attended H.R. College of Commerce and Economics, Mumbai
Career Highlight
| Year | Movie Name | Career Highlight |
|---|---|---|
| 1997 | Himalay Putra | Bollywood debut |
| 1997 | Border | Breakthrough role; critical and commercial success |
| 1999 | Taal | Established as a strong supporting actor |
| 2001 | Dil Chahta Hai | Career-defining performance as Siddharth |
| 2002 | Humraaz | Filmfare Critics Award–winning performance |
| 2004 | Deewaar | Mature and intense character role |
| 2007 | Gandhi, My Father | Critically acclaimed biographical role |
| 2008 | Race | Popular negative-shaded role |
| 2012 | Gali Gali Chor Hai | Come back to lead roles after a break |
| 2017 | Ittefaq | Praised for restrained, intelligent acting |
| 2019 | Section 375 | Acclaimed courtroom drama performance |
| 2022 | Drishyam 2 | Major commercial comeback and audience praise |
| 2024 | Chhaava | Strong historical character portrayal |
Recent Activity
1. Major Release – Dhurandhar (2025)
- Played the role of Rehman Dakait in the spy-action thriller
- The film achieved major box office success (₹400 Cr+ worldwide)
- His entry scene and performance received strong audience and critical praise
- Gained positive international response, including appreciation from Pakistan
2. Viral Look & Performance Discussion
- His intense transformation for Dhurandhar, including prosthetic work, became widely discussed
- Industry professionals and audiences praised his dedication and character depth
3. Upcoming Film – Mahakali
- Cast as Shukracharya in the Prasanth Varma Cinematic Universe
- Expected theatrical release around 2026
- Considered a significant mythological character role
4. Upcoming Film – Bhagam Bhag 2
Signed for the sequel alongside Akshay Kumar
Shooting reportedly scheduled to begin in early 2026
Marks his return to comedy after a long gap
5. Low-Profile Personal Presence
- Seen performing a Vastu Shanti Havan at his Alibaug residence
- Continues to maintain a private lifestyle with no personal social media presence
- Remains a frequent topic of online discussion due to performance-driven reputation
Award List
| Year | Award Name | Category | Film / Work | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | Sansui Viewers’ Choice Movie Awards | Best Debut Actor | Himalay Putra | Won |
| 1998 | Screen Awards | Most Promising Newcomer – Male | Himalay Putra & Border | Won |
| 1998 | Screen Awards | Best Supporting Actor | Border | Nominated |
| 1998 | Filmfare Awards (43rd) | Best Male Debut | Himalay Putra | Won |
| 1998 | Filmfare Awards (43rd) | Best Supporting Actor | Border | Nominated |
| 1998 | Zee Cine Awards | Best Male Debut | Himalay Putra | Won |
| 1998 | Zee Cine Awards | Best Supporting Actor | Border | Won |
| 2002 | Filmfare Awards (47th) | Best Supporting Actor | Dil Chahta Hai | Won |
| 2002 | IIFA Awards (3rd) | Best Supporting Actor | Dil Chahta Hai | Nominated |
| 2002 | Screen Awards | Best Supporting Actor | Dil Chahta Hai | Nominated |
| 2002 | Screen Awards | Special Jury Award | Dil Chahta Hai | Won |
| 2002 | Zee Cine Awards | Best Actor in a Supporting Role – Male | Dil Chahta Hai | Nominated |
| 2002 | Bengal Film Journalists’ Association Awards | Best Supporting Actor – Hindi | Dil Chahta Hai | Won |
| 2002 | Sansui Viewers’ Choice Movie Awards | Best Supporting Actor | Dil Chahta Hai | Won |
| 2003 | Filmfare Awards (48th) | Best Performance in a Negative Role | Humraaz | Nominated |
| 2003 | IIFA Awards (4th) | Best Villain | Humraaz | Won |
| 2003 | Zee Cine Awards | Best Actor in a Negative Role | Humraaz | Nominated |
| 2003 | Sansui Viewers’ Choice Movie Awards | Best Actor in a Negative Role | Humraaz | Won |
| 2003 | Screen Awards | Best Villain | Humraaz | Nominated |
| 2003 | Screen Awards | Best Actor | Deewangee | Nominated |
| 2008 | Filmfare Awards | Best Actor in a Leading Role | Gandhi, My Father | Nominated |
| 2008 | Producers Guild Film Awards | Best Actor in a Leading Role | Gandhi, My Father | Nominated |
| 2009 | IIFA Awards (10th) | Best Villain | Race | Won |
| 2009 | Screen Awards | Best Villain | Race | Won |
| 2011 | Zee Cine Awards | Best Actor in a Supporting Role – Male | Tees Maar Khan | Nominated |
| 2011 | Stardust Awards | Best Actor in a Comedy or Romance | Tees Maar Khan | Nominated |
| 2011 | Stardust Awards | Star of the Year – Actor | Tees Maar Khan | Won |
| 2017 | Zee Cine Awards | Best Actor in a Negative Role | Dishoom | Nominated |
| 2017 | Stardust Awards | Best Actor in a Negative Role | Dishoom | Nominated |
| 2018 | Zee Cine Awards | Best Actor in a Supporting Role – Male | Ittefaq | Nominated |
| 2020 | Filmfare Awards (65th) | Best Actor – Critics | Section 375 | Nominated |
| 2020 | Screen Awards | Best Actor – Critics | Section 375 | Nominated |
| 2022 | Indian Television Academy Awards | Best Actor in an Original Film | State of Siege: Temple Attack | Nominated |
About Akshaye Khanna
Akshaye Khanna is an Indian actor known for his intelligent, subtle, and character-driven performances in Hindi cinema.
He was born on 28 March 1975.
His father was veteran actor and politician Vinod Khanna, and his mother is Geetanjali Khanna.
No, Akshaye Khanna is unmarried.
No, he does not have any children.
His debut film was Himalay Putra (1997).
Border (1997) brought him widespread recognition, while Dil Chahta Hai (2001) is considered a career-defining role.
He is known for intense, intellectual, negative-shaded, and realistic character roles.
Dhurandhar (2025) and Drishyam 2 (2022) were major commercial successes.
No, he maintains a very private life and does not use personal social media accounts.