Mumbai, Dec. 11 -- Looks like Akshaye Khanna has finally found his much-awaited golden moment with his latest release, Dhurandhar. Though he doesn't play the lead, an opportunity that went to Ranveer Singh, Akshaye has undeniably seized the spotlight. His portrayal of Rehman Dakait has not only gripped the audience but, as many viewers believe, even outshone the lead performance.

Fans and critics are calling this one of Akshaye's finest acts in recent years, with some even suggesting that his performance deserves an Oscar nomination. With each of his last two films raising the bar, Akshaye has once again stamped his name across Bollywood, this time with a powerful streak of negative roles, far from the chocolate-boy image he carried at t...