Bollywood actors have always given media sizzling news and controversies. Continuing this legacy, this time the iconic Shaktimaan actor, Mukesh Khanna has landed in the hot water.
The Shaktimaan actor has been in the limelight recently for making sizzling remarks and evoking debates. From Akshay Kumar to Sonakshi Sinha, many actors have been in the radar of Mukesh Khanna. Through this article, you will dive into the background of Mukesh Khanna’s filmy career as well as his bubble of controversies.
Who is Mukesh Khanna?
Mukesh Khanna is a veteran Indian actor widely known for his fine contributions in the Indian cinema. Born on June 23, 1958, Khanna is an actor, talk show host, and a producer.
He went to the same school as legendary actors Shakti Kapoor and Naseeruddin Shah. He pursued his higher education from St. Xavier’s College, Mumbai. Following his higher education, he got enrolled in the FTII (Film and Television Institute of India) in Pune. Khanna also holds a degree in B.Sc. (Bachelor of Science) and a Master’s degree in law.
Mukesh rose to fame through his role in B.R Chopra’s Mahabharat, portraying the figure of ‘Bhishma Pitamah.’ He is also celebrated among the 90’s kids for his iconic on-screen role as Shaktimaan. He has also worked in several Bollywood movies like, Saugandh, Saudagar, Hera Pheri, Yalgaar and Plan.
Khanna was also nominated at the Indian Telly Awards for Best Actor in a supporting role for his performance in Pyaar Ka Dard Hai Meetha Meetha Pyaara Pyaara.
Apart from his acting career, Khanna is the founder and director of Bheeshm International. At present, he is the host of The Mukesh Khanna Show on his YouTube channel, Bheeshm International. His talk show has over 1.3 million subscribers.
Mukesh’s Popularity During Shaktimaan
Shaktimaan is said to be the dream television show of the 90’s. The show aired from September 13, 1997, to March 27, 2005 on DD National. The overwhelming response from the audience of that time made this show as one of India’s longest running and beloved TV series.
According to the reports, Khanna reportedly earned 7.80 lakh rupees per episode for Shaktimaan. His fee was ultimately increased from 3 to 10 lakhs per episode, after the show reached 104 episodes. Khanna once mentioned that the producers were ready to pay him up to 16 lakh rupees.
Mukesh Khanna Overshadowed by the Controversies
Slammed the Whole Team of Adipurush
Khanna landed in the storm of controversy when he slammed the entire team of Adipurush. He expressed his displeasure with the dialogues and costume of the movie. As per the reports of ANI, he told media, “I think this is the terrible joke with Ramayan. Who has given the right to anyone to insult our scriptures? I have even said both of them have not even read Ramayan. It is absolutely rubbish. They should not be forgiven. Yesterday I said on my channel that this whole team should be burnt standing at fifty degrees Celsius.”
Khanna Called Out Ranveer Singh for His Controversial Photoshoot
Mukesh also called out Ranveer Singh for his ‘nude photoshoot’ disapproving the fact how he or his wife Deepika Padukone are comfortable. During his interview, he told the media, “That photoshoot marked the beginning of my aversion toward him. However, Ranveer claimed he didn’t actually take part in it, insisting he was only wearing underwear.”
Mukesh’s Big Remarks on #MeToo Movement
During the time of #MeToo Movement, Khanna remarked on women. Through a YouTube video he stated that when women decide to leave home for works, issues like this come to light. “The one who suffers the most because of a working woman is the child, who does not receive the care of a mother. Instead, he or she ends up watching Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi with a nanny. A man is a man and a woman is a woman,” he said.
Khanna’s Direct Dig at Akshay Kumar
Mukesh Khanna is again in the limelight for his recent remarks at Akshay Kumar’s portrayal in movie Prithviraj Chauhan. In a viral video of him interacting with media, he is seen saying, “Prithviraj Chauhaan kyun nahi lage Akshay Kumar? Sirf muchein aur wig lagaake thodi na ban sakte hai? Ek gait chahiye.”
Khanna’s recent outspoken nature has overshadowed his Bollywood contributions. Apart from the remarks, we cannot defy his fine actings skills and perfect demenour while portraying a role.
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