The success of Dhurandhar has pushed sequel buzz into overdrive, and a new report suggests Akshaye Khanna is set to return as Rehman Dakait in Dhurandhar 2. While an official maker announcement is awaited, multiple entertainment outlets citing internal sources say the team is planning a special segment to bring back the fan-favourite antagonist.
The Report Breakdown: How Rehman Dakait Returns
Here’s the key twist: Rehman Dakait dies in Part 1, so this isn’t being framed as a simple “back from the dead” continuation. Reports indicate the makers are likely to expand Dakait’s arc through flashbacks and backstory-heavy portions, adding layers that feed directly into the sequel’s narrative.
What’s Being Planned: A Short, Focused Shoot
According to Filmfare’s report, Khanna is expected to return for a brief, roughly one-week shoot, designed specifically to deepen the character’s backstory and influence on the next chapter.
Why Rehman Dakait Became a Talking Point
Audience chatter around Rehman Dakait has remained unusually loud—helped by the character’s screen presence and a moment that went viral online: his casual dance step to “FA9LA”. The sequel framework is positioning this sustained popularity as the main driving force behind the character’s return.
Dhurandhar 2 Release Date
Dhurandhar 2 is currently slated for a March 19, 2026, theatrical release.
—By Manoj H