New Delhi, April 4 -- Celebrated casting director Mukesh Chhabra has revealed that several actors turned down the role of Rehman Dakait in Dhurandhar. Then, it landed in Akshaye Khanna's lap. And, he grabbed the opportunity with both hands.

Speaking about the casting process, Chhabra said two to three actors had initially refused a key role. He chose not to name them but noted that some later reached out. They expressed regret over their decision. According to him, one actor was from the South film industry, while the other two were from Bollywood.

The actors reportedly declined the role, citing concerns about the film being an ensemble project. Chhabra called their reasoning "strange".

"They gave very strange logic. They said it was a...