“Whole School Crushed on ‘Rehman Dacoit’: Akshaye Khanna’s Classmate Spills Secrets”
While the film continues to break box office records, an old post by one of his schoolmates has resurdata-faced and gone viral on social media.
The post offers rare insights into Akshaye’s teenage years, revealing a lesser-known, personal side of the actor.
“The Entire school Had a crush on Him”
The viral post was shared by saira Shah Halim, a former student of lawrence school, Lovedale, Ooty.
She revealed that akshaye khanna, who was a senior at the school, was the ultimate heartbreak kid on campus.
According to her, there was huge excitement when news spread that Vinod Khanna’s son was joining Class 11.
For the next two years, Akshaye was frequently seen around the campus, in corridors and near the canteen.
Saira wrote that he quickly became the school crush, admired quietly by almost everyone.
Akshaye Khanna: The “Mystery Man”
Unlike typical popular seniors, Akshaye kept a low profile.
He was not loud, sporty, or socially dominant, but calm, reserved, and serious.
Saira described him as a “quiet storm” who rarely mixed with large groups.
He avoided school social events and preferred solitude, often seen sipping tea on the lawn or walking alone.
Despite his silence, he remained the most talked-about and admired senior in school.
Family Visits and Early Signs of Stardom
Saira recalled that vinod khanna and Akshaye’s stepmother visited him often at school.
Looking back, she felt Akshaye’s entry into films was inevitable.
She noted that success or failure never changed him—his calm and mysterious nature stayed intact.
She expressed happiness that he is finally receiving the recognition he deserves.
Fans React with love and Nostalgia
Along with the post, an old photo of Akshaye was shared, sparking emotional reactions.
Fans praised his talent and felt he deserved acclaim much earlier in his career.
Many said Dhurandhar reminded them why akshaye khanna has always been special.
About Dhurandhar
Akshaye Khanna plays Rehman, the Dacoit in the spy thriller Dhurandhar.
The film also stars Ranveer Singh, arjun Rampal, R. Madhavan, and sara Arjun.
Part one releases on OTT in January, while part two is slated for march next year