Akshaye Khanna is enjoying a powerful resurgence, once again proving why he remains one of Bollywood’s most compelling performers. His recent turn as Rahman Daku in Aditya Dhar’s Dhurandhar has grabbed attention for all the right reasons—from a widely shared dance clip to the intense, restrained menace he brought to the role. The year 2025 has been especially significant for Akshaye, with negative characters allowing him to showcase a remarkable range.
Prior to Dhurandhar, the actor left a strong impression as Aurangzeb in Vicky Kaushal’s Chhaava. Though both roles placed him in the antagonist’s space, they were strikingly different in tone and execution. Now, reports suggest that Akshaye may be preparing for another major project—one that could reunite him with a familiar co-star after nearly 29 years.
Akshaye Khanna and Sunny Deol reunion on the cards?
As per multiple media reports and a viral Reddit discussion, Akshaye Khanna and Sunny Deol are likely to appear together once again. The duo last shared screen space in J.P. Dutta’s 1997 war epic Border, a film that went on to become a blockbuster and continues to hold a special place in Bollywood history.
The upcoming project is reportedly titled Ikka. Although there has been no official confirmation from the actors or the production team, online buzz suggests that filming may already be nearing completion. If these reports are accurate, the film would mark a long-awaited reunion that fans have been hoping for since the late 1990s.
What we know about Ikka
According to early buzz, Ikka is expected to be an action-packed crime thriller. Unlike the patriotic grandeur of Border, this film is said to explore a more intense and gritty narrative. Adding to the intrigue, reports claim that Ikka could bypass a theatrical release and premiere directly on an OTT platform, with Netflix reportedly in advanced discussions to acquire streaming rights.
Actors Diya Mirza and Sanjeeda Shaikh are also rumoured to be part of the cast, though official announcements are still awaited.
Why fans are excited about this comeback pairing
The possibility of Sunny Deol and Akshaye Khanna reuniting after almost three decades has naturally generated strong excitement. Both actors command powerful screen presence, and seeing them together again—this time in a contemporary crime thriller—offers a mix of nostalgia and modern storytelling that audiences find hard to resist.
Sunny Deol’s upcoming projects
On the work front, Sunny Deol is currently gearing up for Border 2, where he returns in a leading role. The recently released trailer has already created buzz. The film also stars Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh, Mona Singh and Ahan Shetty, and is scheduled for a theatrical release on January 23, 2026.
While fans await official confirmation on Ikka, one thing is clear: Akshaye Khanna’s career momentum is stronger than ever, and a reunion with Sunny Deol could make this phase even more memorable.