Rejoice! Mukesh Khanna’s Shaktiman all set to be back on TV
8 years, 10 months ago

Rejoice! Mukesh Khanna’s Shaktiman all set to be back on TV

India TV News  

New Delhi: For every kid from the 90s who grew up watching Indian television’s first superhero ‘Shaktiman’, here is a reason to rejoice. Media reports revealed that producer and actor Mukesh Khanna is in talks to bring the show back again on the small screen. People relate to me as Shaktimaan and I can't offer the role to anyone," Mukesh Khanna told to a leading daily. When asked about why he is not considering a young actor to play the lead role in the TV series, Mukesh Khanna said, "I was very young when I played the role of Bhishmapitama in Mahabharat.

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Allu Arjun to be Shaktimaan? Mukesh Khanna says Pushpa 2 actor has ‘good looks, height’
3 months, 1 week ago

Allu Arjun to be Shaktimaan? Mukesh Khanna says Pushpa 2 actor has ‘good looks, height’

Live Mint  

Veteran actor Mukesh Khanna, famous for playing India's OG superhero ‘Shaktimaan’, has finally picked Pushpa 2 actor Allu Arjun to play the next Shaktimaan. Emphasising that he was not committing to anything, Mukesh Khanna said, “I think he can be Shaktimaan. Speaking of Pushpa 2 and its impact on audiences, Mukesh Khanna said, “It won’t be achieved by just throwing …

Shaktimaan Makes a Power-Packed Return
4 months, 1 week ago

Shaktimaan Makes a Power-Packed Return

Deccan Chronicle  

India's iconic superhero, Shaktimaan, is back with a bang! Khanna has launched a music video, "Katha Azaadi Ke Veeron Ki", which pays tribute to India's freedom struggle and its unsung heroes. The music video, skillfully directed by Samit Bansal, features Khanna as Shaktimaan, quizzing children about India's freedom fighters, including Jhansi Ki Rani, Shaheed Rajguru, Sukhdev, Bhagat Singh, Subhash Chandra …

Mukesh Khanna issues clarification: Don’t want to prove I am better than Ranveer Singh
4 months, 1 week 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 Scolds Pap During Press Conference: Netizens Ask' Jaya Bachchan Is That You In Shaktiman Costume?'
4 months, 1 week ago

Mukesh Khanna Scolds Pap During Press Conference: Netizens Ask' Jaya Bachchan Is That You In Shaktiman Costume?'

ABP News  

Ever since the announcement of Mukesh Khanna's return as Shaktimaan came about, social media has been flooded with mixed reactions. A user wrote, “Jaya bachan is that you in shaktiman costume?” while another said, “Listen to Shaktiman quietly, he is our childhood Hero," another commented, "Why is Shaktiman behaving like Kilvish." View this post on Instagram A post shared by …

Mukesh Khanna clarifies he doesn't want to prove he's better than Ranveer Singh: ‘I have to create legacy of Shaktimaan'
4 months, 1 week 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’
Top News
4 months, 1 week 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
4 months, 1 week 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
Top News
4 months, 1 week 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’
4 months, 1 week 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
Top News
4 months, 1 week 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
4 months, 2 weeks 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
4 months, 2 weeks 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'
4 months, 2 weeks 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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4 months, 2 weeks 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, …

Ranveer Singh out of Shaktimaan? Mukesh Khanna makes big revelation
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Ranveer Singh out of Shaktimaan? Mukesh Khanna makes big revelation

India TV News  

In the year 2018, reports suggested that three films were going to be made on 'Shaktimaan'. After this statement, the Bajirao Mastani actor was seen at Mukesh Khanna's office, after which once again the market of speculations was heated that Ranveer had come to meet Mukesh Khanna for the film 'Shaktimaan'. Veteran actor Mukesh Khanna recently, revealed that Ranveer Singh …

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

From Shakti Arora to Sanjay Gagnai - Ageing on screen is a big no for TV actors
1 year, 8 months ago

From Shakti Arora to Sanjay Gagnai - Ageing on screen is a big no for TV actors

Hindustan Times  

In the world of television, actors are often asked to take on challenging roles that require them to stretch their abilities and portray characters that are vastly different from themselves. Shakti Arora Actor Shakti Arora walked away from Kundali Bhagya after the show took a leap of 20 years. Aapko bola jaata hai ki usme toh aapka 20 saal ka …

Mukesh Khanna on CBFC approving controversial movies: ‘Censor board hamara mai baap nahi hai’
2 years, 5 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, …

Mukesh Khanna explains how Shaktimaan is no less than the Avengers
3 years 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, …

Mukesh Khanna set to turn 'Shaktimaan' into a three-film franchise
4 years, 5 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 …

Arav Chowdhurry, who played Bhishma in 2014 TV show, claims he never watched Mukesh Khanna’s version
4 years, 9 months ago

Arav Chowdhurry, who played Bhishma in 2014 TV show, claims he never watched Mukesh Khanna’s version

Hindustan Times  

Actor Arav Chowdhurry has claimed he never watched BR Chopra’s Mahabharat to prepare for his role as Bhishma Pitamah in the 2014 TV adaptation of the Hindu mythological epic tale. Veteran actor Mukesh Khanna played Bhishma in the popular serial that ruled 80s and 90s small screen. I do not have to follow anyone just because the same character was …

Today’s kids need more ‘maarg darshan’ than those in the ‘90s: Mukesh Khanna aka Shaktimaan
4 years, 11 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 …

Coronavirus lockdown: Shaktimaan to return on TV, confirms Mukesh Khanna
4 years, 11 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, 11 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 …

The new season of Shaktimaan will show his origin story
8 years, 9 months ago

The new season of Shaktimaan will show his origin story

Hindustan Times  

Our desi superhero from 90s TV, Shaktimaan is all set to return and actor Mukesh Khanna says the new season will chronicle how the character acquired superhuman powers. Mukesh Khanna says the new season will show childhood of the much-loved hero and will give insights about his journey. Read: Look who’s supporting Pahlaj Nihalani, it’s Shaktimaan Mukesh Khanna The actor …

Shaktimaan's new season to chronicle the origin of superhero
8 years, 9 months ago

Shaktimaan's new season to chronicle the origin of superhero

Firstpost  

Shaktimaan is all set to return to TV and actor Mukesh Khanna says the new season will chronicle how the character acquired superhuman powers. Mumbai: Popular superhero of the 90s Shaktimaan is all set to return to TV and actor Mukesh Khanna says the new season will chronicle how the character acquired superhuman powers. The actor says the new season …

Can’t act 60-years-old when I am just 28: Shashank Vyas
9 years, 8 months ago

Can’t act 60-years-old when I am just 28: Shashank Vyas

Hindustan Times  

Actor Shashank Vyas’, best known for playing Jagya, in a popular serial set in Rajasthan, is taking a break from the show. The 28-year-old, who currently plays the father of teenager children in the show, wants to experiment with different genres now, and doesn’t want to be typecast. “I don’t want to play an on screen father for a while, …

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