Mukesh Khanna's stance on Ranveer Singh as Shaktimaan doesn't change even Dhurandhar's success

Following the success of Dhurandhar and Dhurandhar The Revenge, Mukesh Khanna was asked about his views on Ranveer Singh potentially playing Shaktimaan. While Ranveer’s name has been linked to the upcoming project, Khanna made it clear that he does not see the actor in the role.

In a conversation with HT City, Khanna addressed whether his opinion had changed after watching Dhurandhar, which he had praised. He clarified that he is not looking for a “big star” for the role, but rather someone whose persona aligns with the character’s image.

“Mujhe manane mein lage hue hain sab, ki Dhurandhar chal gayi, ab toh Ranveer Singh bohot bada actor ban gaya (Everyone is trying to convince me that Dhurandhar worked, and now Ranveer Singh has become a big actor). I don't want a very big actor or star for Shaktimaan. I want an image for Shaktimaan that was not with Ranveer," he said. Khanna clarified that



he is not against Ranveer's performance at all.

The 67-year-old actor further shared his reasons for objecting and said that while Ranveer has proved his versatility with roles like Alauddin Khilji, Gully Boy, and even Dhurandhar, portraying Shaktimaan requires more than just acting ability, it demands a face and presence that aligns with the character’s inherent goodness.

"Mera objection sirf yahi hai ki uski aankhon mein Shaktimaan dikhna chahiye, woh khada ho toh woh scheming nahi dikhna chahiye (My only objection is that his eyes should look powerful, when he is standing, he should not look scheming). I can sign Ranveer for Kilvish (the villain), not for Shaktimaan. Negativity hai face par, positivity nahi hai uske face par (There is negativity on his face, and no positivity)," he added.

Keeping in mind all the hurdles, Khanna assured that the film would be announced soon.