Dhurandhar: Akshaye Khanna’s ‘FA9LA’ Dance Wins the Internet, Reminds Fans of Vinod Khanna

As soon as Bollywood’s new spy thriller Dhurandhar hit theatres, it opened with a bang — and the biggest impact came from Akshaye Khanna. To say he stole the entire limelight would be an understatement. Directed by Aditya Dhar, this fast-paced spy-action film features Akshaye as Rahman Dakait, a character so powerful that even with minimal dialogue, his sheer screen presence dominates the entire film. His electrifying performance has turned everyone into a fan, and praise is pouring in from all corners.

FA9LA: Choreographed by Akshaye Himself

Along with the performance, Akshaye’s dance on the song FA9LA has taken the internet by storm. The way this track is used during his entry scene has left audiences completely mesmerised. The song plays when Rahman Dakait arrives to meet the Baloch rebel leader. His swagger-filled walk, the subtle dangerous smile, and the effortless Balochi-style dance create an electric atmosphere inside theatres. His moves have charmed not just fans but celebrities as well, with filmmaker Farah Khan and others praising his style and performance.

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What’s surprising is that Akshaye Khanna choreographed this dance himself. No choreographer designed the steps — he improvised them on set, and those spontaneous moves have now become iconic. Interestingly, these steps are inspired by a dance performed by his father, Vinod Khanna, nearly 36 years ago.

The Viral Video From Lahore

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The viral clip of Vinod Khanna is from a charity concert held in Lahore, Pakistan, in 1989. In the video, Vinod Khanna is seen dancing with legendary actress Rekha, former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan,  and cricketer Javed Miandad With Akshaye’s entry scene going viral, the old video has resurfaced and is trending once again.

Social Media Goes Crazy for Akshaye Khanna

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Fans are flooding the internet with reactions to Akshaye's dance. One wrote, “He copied his father — love it!” Another commented, “Akshaye Khanna recreated the iconic steps of Vinod Khanna sir in Dhurandhar.” Many users also compared FA9LA to the earlier rage Jamal Kudu, saying, “FA9LA is the new Jamal Kudu! After Rahman Dakait’s Balochistan scene, I can’t stop replaying it.” Some even posted side-by-side videos of Akshaye and Vinod Khanna performing the same moves.

Akshaye Khanna’s Best Films

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Akshaye Khanna began his film journey with Himalay Putra in 1997 and quickly established himself as one of Bollywood’s most intense and versatile actors. Over the years, he has delivered several memorable performances that left an enduring impact on audiences. His notable films include Border, Humraaz, Taal, Dil Chahta Hai, Hungama, Hulchul, Gandhi My Father, Naqaab, Race, Drishyam 2, Section 375, Ittefaq, Salaam-e-Ishq, Mom and Chava. Each of these movies showcased a different shade of his craft, proving why he continues to be one of the most respected performers in the industry.

Upcoming Projects

The year 2026 is shaping up to be a landmark year for Akshaye Khanna, with multiple major releases lined up. He will reprise his powerful character in Dhurandhar Part 2 and return with an intense role in Drishyam 3. Akshaye will also headline Netflix’s high-octane action thriller Ikka, presenting him in a brand-new avatar.

Apart from this, he is currently shooting for Mahakali, while the courtroom thriller Section 84 is already making strong buzz in industry circles. With such a diverse slate, Akshaye Khanna is set for one of the biggest years of his career.

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