Mukesh Khanna, aka Shaktimaan, Criticizes Akshay Kumar’s Portrayal of Prithviraj Chauhan: “Just a Mustache and Wig Aren’t Enough
Mukesh Khanna has been making waves on social media with his traditional views on the Indian film industry. His comments range from the Pathaan controversy surrounding the song ‘Besharam Rang’ to Ranveer Singh’s bold magazine cover shoot. Khanna has shared several videos expressing his opinions, which have garnered both support and criticism from netizens. Recently, he also shared his thoughts on Akshay Kumar portraying Prithviraj Chauhan in the YRF film Samrat Prithviraj.
Appearance in Shaktimaan Costume
At a recent event, Khanna appeared in his iconic Shaktimaan costume, sparking speculation about a potential comeback of the beloved show. During his interaction with the press, he commented on Akshay Kumar’s portrayal of the historical king, stating:
Shaktiman slams #AkshayKumar by saying muchein aur wig laga kar thodi na Prithviraj ban sakta hai acting aur intensity bhi honi chahiye 😭 ..
Har koi pel ke chala jata hai chote star Akki ko ..abhi toh #VijayThalapathy Fans pel rahe hain .. pic.twitter.com/aqJoqFEWw8— IamSameer (@iamsrksoldier) November 13, 2024
This statement quickly circulated on social media, eliciting a variety of reactions. While some users supported Khanna’s perspective, others criticized him, age-shaming him and mocking his comments about a well-established actor. Comments included remarks like, “Khud ko dekh le baloda budhape mai jawani foot rahi h bkl ki” (Look at yourself, trying to pretend you’re young when you’re old) and “Ye kyon Ghoom raha ha joker ban ke” (Why is he walking around like a joker?).
Khanna’s Legacy
Mukesh Khanna is best known for his role as Shaktimaan in the iconic Doordarshan series, which aired from 1997 to 2005. Beyond this, he has appeared in various films and television shows, solidifying his status in the Indian entertainment industry.
