Latest News about Mukesh Khanna
12/08/2025
Mukesh Khanna spoke about the casting of the planned Shaktimaan film and said he had made a mistake while signing an agreement with Sony. He also suggested that casting issues have been a major reason for the project remaining stalled.
05/08/2025
Mukesh Khanna said the long-delayed Shaktimaan film adaptation is complete enough to move forward, but it has encountered unspecified hurdles. He nevertheless indicated that the movie is still expected to reach theatres eventually.
20/05/2025
Mukesh Khanna returned to the Shaktimaan universe through a new audio series, reviving the iconic superhero character for a younger audience. The project positioned Shaktimaan for a contemporary format while keeping Khanna attached to the role that made him a household name.
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Bio/Wiki
| Mukesh Khanna is an Indian actor, producer, and talk show host renowned for creating and starring as the superhero Shaktimaan in the hit TV series (1997–2005) and for his iconic portrayal of Bhishma Pitamah in B.R. Chopra's Mahabharat (1988–1990). |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 185 cm |
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| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Salt & Pepper |
Educational Qualification(s)
| Master of Laws | |
| Acting course from Film and Television Institute of India (Pune) | |
| Science degree (prior to law) |
Personal Life
| Religion | Hinduism |
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| Caste | Khatri |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Unmarried |
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| Affairs/Girlfriends | Reportedly, he has never been in any relations with a woman. |
Family
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Career
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| Production | Founder and director of MK Films; owns Bheeshma Productions | ||||||||||
| Other | Chairman of Children's Film Society, India (2015-2018); hosts The Mukesh Khanna Show on YouTube channel Bheeshm International (2020-present); established acting schools in Mumbai, Jaipur, Agra, and Chandigarh | ||||||||||
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Favourites
| Actor(s) | Clint Eastwood, Dilip Kumar |
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| Politician(s) | Atal Bihari Vajpayee, Narendra Modi |
Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/iammukeshkhanna/ | |
| https://www.facebook.com/IAmMukeshKhanna/ | |
| https://x.com/actmukeshkhanna | |
| YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@BheeshmInternational |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Mukesh Khanna does not smoke or drink alcohol. | |
| 2. He is a prominent figure in Indian television, famous for his roles in Mahabharat and as Shaktimaan. | |
| 3. Khanna grew up in a middle-class family in Mumbai and pursued a degree in science before studying law. | |
| 4. He later attended the Film and Television Institute of India to study acting. | |
| 5. Khanna appeared in over 60 Bollywood films, including some successful ones like Saudagar and Hera Pheri. | |
| 6. Television brought him more success, particularly through Mahabharat and Shaktimaan. | |
| 7. He initially refused the role of Duryodhan in Mahabharat but later landed the role of Bhishma Pitamah. | |
| 8. Khanna's dedication led him to vow not to marry while portraying Bhishma Pitamah on-screen. | |
| 9. Shaktimaan, which aired from 1997 to 2005, gained immense popularity in India. | |
| 10. Khanna received thousands of letters weekly after Shaktimaan aired. | |
| 11. Apart from Mahabharat and Shaktimaan, he starred in Chandrakanta and Aryamaan. | |
| 12. Khanna has also produced television projects and is involved in politics. | |
| 13. He has campaigned for BJP but supported a different party during the 2014 elections in Jammu. | |
| 14. Khanna criticized historical television dramas in an interview. | |
| 15. He has vowed never to play a negative role on screen. | |
| 16. In 2015, he was appointed Chairman of Children's Film Society, India. | |
| 17. Khanna owns a production company and acting schools in multiple cities. | |
| 18. In 2021, Khanna publicly debunked false death rumors circulating on social media, stating he was 'perfectly alright' and demanding action against rumor-mongers. |