Katrina Kaif: Akshaye Khanna seemed intimidating, then taught her chess

• Katrina Kaif initially thought Akshaye Khanna would be rude during the "Race" shoot but found him to be a "sweetheart" who taught her chess.
• Akshaye Khanna is receiving renewed praise for his role in "Dhurandhar," leading to old clips and co-star testimonials resurfacing.
• Kareena Kapoor previously expressed admiration for Akshaye Khanna's acting and personality, recalling her fandom during his "Himalay Putra" era.
• "Dhurandhar," directed by Aditya Dhar, stars Akshaye Khanna, R Madhavan, Arjun Rampal, Sanjay Dutt, and Ranveer Singh, and is inspired by real-life events like Operation Lyari.

Why It Matters: Co-stars' praise highlights Akshaye Khanna's lasting talent and appeal.