The Indian actor Mukesh Khanna, who also gained fame for his role of Bhism Pitamah in Mahabharat, confirmed his return as Indian superhero Shaktimaan in a recent media event where he wore the iconic costume. Amid rumors of a Shaktimaan film, Mukesh Khanna’s decision to reprise the role surprised many.
In an interview with ANI, he expressed a deep connection with the character, stating, “This costume is within me. I did well in Shaktimaan because it came from within me.” He also shared his enthusiasm for the project, emphasizing how acting is rooted in confidence.
Here is the video:
#WATCH | Mumbai: Actor Mukesh Khanna, who is all set to reprise his iconic character of 'Shaktimaan', speaks about the role.
— ANI (@ANI) November 11, 2024
"This is a costume within me…I think personally too, in my mind, this costume has come from within me…I did well in Shatimaan because it came from… pic.twitter.com/1NdTRup83h
Mukesh Khanna’s excitement was evident but the fans of Shaktimaan had varying responses. While some viewers welcomed the nostalgia of seeing Mukesh Khanna as Shaktimaan again, others questioned if the role should be passed to a younger actor. Here are some selected reactions:
Imagine after few bouts of fight, shaktiman being admitted to Max Hospital
— Kawaljeet Singh (@kawal279) November 11, 2024
Don't ruin Shaktiman pls, don't do it 🥺
— Veena Jain (@DrJain21) November 11, 2024
Dude is stuck in the past. Someone should speak sense to him
— Prince of Hastinapur (@duryodan_) November 11, 2024
He has become a clown. Someone please give him a Rajya Sabha and save my childhood nostalgia. What a fall!
— Nishant Nihar (@nishant_nihar) November 11, 2024
Wow. Our childhood hero is back.
— Rajat Agarwala (@RjtAg222) November 11, 2024
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