Today’s kids need more ‘maarg darshan’ than those in the ‘90s: Mukesh Khanna aka Shaktimaan
4 years, 9 months ago

Today’s kids need more ‘maarg darshan’ than those in the ‘90s: Mukesh Khanna aka Shaktimaan

Hindustan Times  

Television is taking a trip down the memory lane amid this lockdown. After mythological shows Ramayan and Mahabharat, ‘90s superhero show, Shaktimaan,another cult classic from the golden era of Indian television, is going to air on Doordarshan. Happy that re-runs of his hit show is making its way back to TV, actor-producer Mukesh Khanna, who played the eponymous superhero, feels “it is the need of the hour.” “People from all over the country had sent messages asking whether Shaktimaan would also start airing and it was then that I spoke to the authorities and eventually this worked out. Also, highlighting the educative segment of the show- Chhoti chhoti magar moti baate, the actor says, “Kids need more of those chhoti motti battaein than those in the ‘90s. “ With the airing of Shaktimaan, Khanna will have two ‘90s shows running on TV, the other being Mahabharat in which he played Bhishma Pitamah, another iconic role.

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Mukesh Khanna rudely blasts paparazzi. Internet says ‘yahi Kilvish hai'. Watch
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Mukesh Khanna rudely blasts paparazzi. Internet says ‘yahi Kilvish hai'. Watch

Hindustan Times  

Mukesh Khanna has returned as the iconic desi superhero Shaktimaan, but his behaviour isn't in line with the character's reputation. Mukesh Khanna, in Shaktimaan costume, blasted at the paparazzi Shaktimaan blasts at paparazzi A paparazzi video doing the rounds on Instagram showed Mukesh Khanna recently addressing the media, sporting the memorable Shaktimaan costume and grey hair. Internet reacts Instagram users …

Mukesh Khanna issues clarification: Don’t want to prove I am better than Ranveer Singh
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Mukesh Khanna issues clarification: Don’t want to prove I am better than Ranveer Singh

The Hindu  

A couple of days after hinting at returning as Shaktimaan, actor Mukesh Khanna has said that he isn’t starring in a film on the famous Indian superhero. Further, Khanna clarified that he doesn’t want to prove he is “better than Ranveer Singh.” Soon after Khanna shared a poster and teaser video on Instagram on November 12, 2024, people on social …

Mukesh Khanna clarifies he doesn't want to prove he's better than Ranveer Singh: ‘I have to create legacy of Shaktimaan'
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Mukesh Khanna clarifies he doesn't want to prove he's better than Ranveer Singh: ‘I have to create legacy of Shaktimaan'

Hindustan Times  

Veteran actor Mukesh Khanna, famous for playing India's OG superhero Shaktimaan, left fans thrilled when he announced the return of the iconic character to Indian screens this week. However, when the internet claimed it's a befitting reply to newer actors like Ranveer Singh who want to take on the mantle of Shaktimaan, Mukesh chose to issue an explanation. Mukesh Khanna …

Internet asks Mukesh Khanna to ‘please stop’ as he teases Shaktimaan's return: ‘Isse acha Ranveer Singh ko karne dete’
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1 month, 4 weeks ago

Internet asks Mukesh Khanna to ‘please stop’ as he teases Shaktimaan's return: ‘Isse acha Ranveer Singh ko karne dete’

Hindustan Times  

Veteran actor Mukesh Khanna seems hell bent on not letting go of Shaktimaan, the TV superhero character he played in late 90s. Other also mentioned the shelved Shaktimaan movie that Ranveer Singh ‘begged’ Mukesh Khanna to allow him to make. he didn’t let Ranveer make the movie even when he was begging him and now he’s come up with this …

Mukesh Khanna returns as ‘Shaktimaan’, shares teaser of beloved hero’s reprisal
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Mukesh Khanna returns as ‘Shaktimaan’, shares teaser of beloved hero’s reprisal

The Hindu  

Veteran actor Mukesh Khanna, famous for playing India’s original superhero Shaktimaan, thrilled fans by announcing the return of this iconic character to Indian screens. I am even happier than others to become Shaktimaan again.” Reflecting on bringing Shaktimaan back to a new generation, he added, “I am fulfilling a duty I began in 1997, which continued until 2005. They need …

Mukesh Khanna says he is doing his duty by bringing Shaktimaan back to screens: This generation is running blindly
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1 month, 4 weeks ago

Mukesh Khanna says he is doing his duty by bringing Shaktimaan back to screens: This generation is running blindly

Hindustan Times  

Veteran actor Mukesh Khanna, famous for playing India's OG superhero Shaktimaan, left fans thrilled when he announced the return of the iconic character to Indian screens. Mukesh Khanna's Shaktimaan originally aired in 1997 on Doordarshan. On bringing Shaktimaan back to a new generation, the actor said, "I am carrying out my duty that I started in 1997 and which went …

Mukesh Khanna-starrer ‘Shaktimaan’ to return on screen again! Netizens say, ‘today’s Gen Z needs teaching’
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Mukesh Khanna-starrer ‘Shaktimaan’ to return on screen again! Netizens say, ‘today’s Gen Z needs teaching’

Live Mint  

Veteran actor Mukesh Khanna, renowned for portraying India's original superhero 'Shaktimaan,' excited fans with the announcement of the character's return to Indian screens. Watch the trailer here: Netizens react However, netizens reacted and said, "Imagine after few bouts of the fight, shaktiman being admitted to Max Hospital," wrote a user; another replied, “Suryanshis coming with Shaktipunj to rescue him.” Another …

Mukesh Khanna on bringing Shaktimaan back: This generation is running blindly
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1 month, 4 weeks ago

Mukesh Khanna on bringing Shaktimaan back: This generation is running blindly

India Today  

Veteran actor Mukesh Khanna, known for portraying India’s original superhero Shaktimaan, delighted fans by announcing the character's return to Indian screens. While talking about his character, Khanna said, “This is a costume within me, I think personally too, in my mind, this costume has come from within me. I am even happier than the others about becoming Shaktimaan again.” #WATCH …

'Shaktimaan 2' to release in THIS year, Mukesh Khanna opens up about the rival of 90's show
2 months ago

'Shaktimaan 2' to release in THIS year, Mukesh Khanna opens up about the rival of 90's show

India TV News  

Fan favourite Mukesh Khanna is reprising his role of Shaktimaan after 19 years. While announcing the return of Shaktimaan in its second season, the veteran actor also opened up about the show and its release date. In a chat with ANI, Mukesh Khanna spoke about the release date of Shaktimaan 2. the series is in pre-production stage and will take …

Mukesh Khanna teases return of superhero Shaktimaan; excited fans say 'come fast’. Watch
2 months ago

Mukesh Khanna teases return of superhero Shaktimaan; excited fans say 'come fast’. Watch

Hindustan Times  

Shaktimaan to be back Mukesh took to Instagram on Saturday to share a picture and a video clip. The video clip comes with the text which read, “As Darkness & Evil Prevails Over Children of Today, Bheeshm International Brings Back India's First Super Teacher Super Hero." He lands in a school premises, where he starts singing, “Aazadi ke deewanon ne …

Shaktimaan teaser: Mukesh Khanna promises return of 'India's first super teacher'
2 months ago

Shaktimaan teaser: Mukesh Khanna promises return of 'India's first super teacher'

India Today  

Veteran actor Mukesh Khanna, who is best known for playing the OG Indian superhero Shaktimaan, has promised the return of the desi star to Indian screens. In the said video, Shaktimaan is seen flying and landing in a school where he sings about freedom while gazing at photos of freedom fighters such as Chandrasekhar Azad, Bhagat Singh, Subhash Chandra Bose …

Mukesh Khanna announces return of Shaktimaan, says 'it's time for him to return' | WATCH teaser
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2 months ago

Mukesh Khanna announces return of Shaktimaan, says 'it's time for him to return' | WATCH teaser

India TV News  

It is good news for all the 90's era kids who used to stick to the television sets to watch their favourite show, Shaktimaan, starring Mukesh Khanna in the titular role. The iconic show is all set to return as Mukesh Khanna announced the news with the fans on social media and shared a teaser on his official YouTube channel, …

Mukesh Khanna rejects Ranveer Singh as Shaktimaan, bashes him for his nude photoshoot: ‘I’ve put my foot down'
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Mukesh Khanna rejects Ranveer Singh as Shaktimaan, bashes him for his nude photoshoot: ‘I’ve put my foot down'

Hindustan Times  

Mukesh Khanna is known for his on-screen portrayal of India's first superhero, Shaktimaan. The veteran actor has now shared a YouTube video and an Instagram post, where he has denied reports about Ranveer Singh being cast as Shaktimaan. The actor captioned his post as, “Pura social media mahinon se is rumour se bhara pada tha ki Ranveer karega Shaktimaan. Aur …

Mukesh Khanna on CBFC approving controversial movies: ‘Censor board hamara mai baap nahi hai’
2 years, 3 months ago

Mukesh Khanna on CBFC approving controversial movies: ‘Censor board hamara mai baap nahi hai’

Hindustan Times  

Actors Mukesh Khanna and Gajendra Chauhan have spoken about the changes made in the lead characters in Adipurush. Mukesh Khanna and Gajendra Chauhan played mythological characters in the historical television series Mahabharat. Some people say, ‘Who are you to object when the Censor Board has passed it?’ Censor Board koi hamara mai baap nahi hai. If you use Hindu characters, …

Shaktimaan to Mahabharat: Upcoming Bollywood trilogies which will be a feast for cinegoers
2 years, 3 months ago

Shaktimaan to Mahabharat: Upcoming Bollywood trilogies which will be a feast for cinegoers

India TV News  

Bollywood has always managed to keep audiences hooked to the screens with its unique content. Shaktimaan After ruling the small screen, Sony Pictures India will bring to the big screen Indian superhero Shaktimaan as a trilogy. Brahmastra 'Brahmastra Part One: Shiva' featuring Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt hit the big screen on September 9. Billed as an action-adventure film with …

Mukesh Khanna explains how Shaktimaan is no less than the Avengers
2 years, 10 months ago

Mukesh Khanna explains how Shaktimaan is no less than the Avengers

Hindustan Times  

Shaktimaan star Mukesh Khanna, who played superhero Shaktimaan on Indian television for seven years, has spoken about the comparison between his popular role and Marvel superheroes as Shaktimaan heads for a revival. In a recent conversation with Brut India, Mukesh discussed Shaktimaan's powers, and said, "If you compare with the powers of any superhero, maybe Iron Man, Spider-man, or Superman, …

Desi superhero Shaktimaan to make big screen debut soon. Watch first glimpse
2 years, 11 months ago

Desi superhero Shaktimaan to make big screen debut soon. Watch first glimpse

Hindustan Times  

India's homegrown superhero Shaktimaan will soon be adapted for the big screen as film studio Sony Pictures has acquired the film adaptation rights for the character. Superhero Shaktimaan, originally played by Mukesh Khanna in the TV series, is set to be adapted to the big screen. The video shows a flying camera and glasses, which were signature accessories of Shaktimaan's …

‘Shaktimaan’ reboot film in the works from Sony Pictures
2 years, 11 months ago

‘Shaktimaan’ reboot film in the works from Sony Pictures

The Hindu  

Sony Pictures International Productions has confirmed that it is set to bring Shaktimaan to the big screen, and will recreate the magic of the iconic superhero. The original Shaktimaan aired on DD 1 from 1997 to 2005, starring veteran actor Mukesh Khanna in the titled role, and was a huge success. Khanna, who was already a household names thanks to …

Mukesh Khanna confirms Shaktimaan film trilogy, says it will be ‘bigger’ than Krrish and Ra.One
4 years, 3 months ago

Mukesh Khanna confirms Shaktimaan film trilogy, says it will be ‘bigger’ than Krrish and Ra.One

Hindustan Times  

Mukesh Khanna, best remembered for playing Shaktimaan in the popular TV series of the same name, confirmed that the superhero is getting a film franchise of his own. Ji haan Shaktimaan ke Doston, Ab Officially ye bata raha hoon ki Main Shaktimaan 2 le kar aa raha hoon. Filhaal itna bata sakta hoon Ek bahut bade Production House ke saath …

Mukesh Khanna to develop his iconic Doordarshan show Shaktimaan into superhero trilogy
4 years, 3 months ago

Mukesh Khanna to develop his iconic Doordarshan show Shaktimaan into superhero trilogy

Firstpost  

The first film in the Shaktimaan trilogy is expected to go on the floors in the latter half of 2021. Mukesh Khanna, veteran actor who used to don Shaktimaan’s cape as India’s favourite superhero in the ’90s, is in the process of striking a three-film franchise deal for the tele-series, Mirror reports. Khanna added that as an entertainer, he feels …

Mukesh Khanna set to turn 'Shaktimaan' into a three-film franchise
4 years, 3 months ago

Mukesh Khanna set to turn 'Shaktimaan' into a three-film franchise

India TV News  

Actor Mukesh Khanna, who wowed the Indian audience with the tele-series Shaktimaan in the nineties, is in talks to turn the popular show into a three-film franchise. 'Shaktimaan' was, is and will always be the first Indian superhero, and I also call him the 'super teacher'. So, I am more than happy, and feel extremely responsible towards fans who have …

The Ramayan: Why Indians are turning to nostalgic TV
4 years, 8 months ago

The Ramayan: Why Indians are turning to nostalgic TV

BBC  

The Ramayan: Why Indians are turning to nostalgic TV Doordashan National Initially meant to run for 52 episodes, The Ramayan was extended to 78 due to popular demand TV series from decades ago – including The Ramayan and Shaktimaan – are proving huge ratings hits in India. “People are religiously watching The Ramayan, it’s on twice a day, in the …

Mukesh Khanna mocks Sonakshi Sinha for Ramayan goof-up, says 'reruns will be useful' for her
4 years, 9 months ago

Mukesh Khanna mocks Sonakshi Sinha for Ramayan goof-up, says 'reruns will be useful' for her

India TV News  

Veteran actor Mukesh Khanna, whose iconic TV shows Shaktimaan and Mahabharat will be re-telecast on Doordarshan, took a dig at Sonakshi Sinha, while talking about the reruns. Ramayan re-telecast: Where and when to watch, date, time and characters For the unversed, Mukesh played the iconic role of Bhisma Pitamah in BR Chopra’s 90s show Mahabharat and the titular role in …

Shaktimaan sequel in the works, confirms actor Mukesh Khanna: 'Second edition will be contemporary, but rooted in our values'
4 years, 9 months ago

Shaktimaan sequel in the works, confirms actor Mukesh Khanna: 'Second edition will be contemporary, but rooted in our values'

Firstpost  

After Minister of Information and Broadcasting Prakash Javadekar announced the re-runs of ’90s shows like Ramayan, Mahabharat and Byomkesh Bakshi due to the 21-day long nationwide lockdown, many social media users demanded that Shaktimaan be aired on Doordarshan. In a recent interview with Times of India, Mukesh Khanna, who portrayed the superhero and his alter ego Pandit Gangadhar Vidyadhar Mayadhar …

Coronavirus lockdown: Shaktimaan to return on TV, confirms Mukesh Khanna
4 years, 9 months ago

Coronavirus lockdown: Shaktimaan to return on TV, confirms Mukesh Khanna

India Today  

Joining the list of reruns on Doordarshan is another cult classic from the golden era of Indian television, superhero show Shaktimaan, veteran actor Mukesh Khanna, who featured in the titled role, has revealed. Earlier, it was announced the cult hit mythological series Ramayana, Mahabharat, Shah Rukh Khan-starrer Circus and Byomkesh Bakshi, featuring Rajit Kapur, will be re-telecast on the national …

After #Ramayan and #Mahabharat, popular show #Shaktimaan to return to TV, Mukesh Khanna confirms
4 years, 9 months ago

After #Ramayan and #Mahabharat, popular show #Shaktimaan to return to TV, Mukesh Khanna confirms

India TV News  

Indian's first ever superhero show has been an integral part of every 90's kid's childhood, Mukesh Khanna who played the titular role not only entertained us with his superpowers but also taught us life lessons. Npw, as demand to bring the show back on television is at an all-time high amid coronavirus lockdown, Mukesh Khanna has revealed that a sequel …

Shaktimaan to return with sequel, Mukesh Khanna says it will be ‘contemporary but rooted in our values’
4 years, 9 months ago

Shaktimaan to return with sequel, Mukesh Khanna says it will be ‘contemporary but rooted in our values’

Hindustan Times  

With popular 80s and 90s shows - Ramayan, Mahabharat, Byomkesh Bakshi and Circus - making a return on television during the coronavirus lockdown, fans want a re-run of Shaktimaan, featuring Mukesh Khanna as India’s most popular superhero. “For the last three years, we have been working towards bringing out the second edition of Shaktimaan, which is contemporary, but rooted in …

Chanelling nostalgia: Old shows find new views, new love on OTT platforms
5 years, 4 months ago

Chanelling nostalgia: Old shows find new views, new love on OTT platforms

Hindustan Times  

Multiple studies have tried to decode why Friends was as ground-breakingly popular as it was. While Friends is the most high-profile nostalgia hit on the web-streaming platforms, also out there are shows like Yes, Minister, Malgudi Days, Fauji and Yeh Jo Hai Zindagi from the ’80s, Shaktimaan, Seinfeld and That ’70s Show from the ’90s, Hip Hip Hurray from the …

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