Basic Information:
- Full Name: Akshaye Vinod Khanna
- Date of Birth: March 28, 1975
- Place of Birth: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
- Profession: Actor
- Family Background: Son of legendary actor Vinod Khanna and Geetanjali Khanna. His brother, Rahul Khanna, is also an actor.
Early Life & Education:
Akshaye Khanna was born into a well-known Bollywood family. He studied at Lawrence School, Lovedale, before pursuing his career in acting. Trained at the Kishore Namit Kapoor Acting Institute, he made a strong debut in the late 1990s.
Acting Career:
Akshaye Khanna is known for his versatile roles in Bollywood, balancing commercial cinema with intense, performance-driven characters.
Debut & Early Success (1997-2000):
- Made his debut with Himalay Putra (1997), produced by his father.
- Gained fame with Border (1997), a blockbuster war film where he played a soldier.
Peak Years & Acclaimed Performances (2001-2010):
- Won the Filmfare Best Supporting Actor Award for Dil Chahta Hai (2001), a cult classic.
- Acted in thrillers like Humraaz (2002) and Gandhi, My Father (2007), the latter earning him high praise.
- Delivered notable performances in Hulchul (2004), 36 China Town (2006), and Race (2008).
Comeback & Recent Work (2016-Present):
- Took a break from films but returned with Dishoom (2016) in a negative role.
- Played an important role in Mom (2017) alongside Sridevi.
- Starred as a lawyer in Section 375 (2019), receiving critical acclaim.
- Featured in Drishyam 2 (2022), marking a strong comeback.
Personal Life:
He has never been married and prefers to keep his personal life away from the limelight.
Awards & Recognition:
- Filmfare Best Debut Award for Border (1998).
- Filmfare Best Supporting Actor Award for Dil Chahta Hai (2002).
- Multiple nominations for his powerful performances in various films.
Legacy & Impact:
Akshaye Khanna is respected for his acting skills and selective approach to films. He is known for playing complex characters and delivering powerful performances, making him one of Bollywood’s finest talents.
