Akshaye Khanna on why he opted out of Dutt biopic

Akshaye Khanna was linked to the much talked about Sanjay Dutt biopic but rumours recently emerged that he had backed away from the project.

According to SpotBoye, Khanna was expected to play Sunil Dutt in the film – the father of Sanjay Dutt, played by Ranbir Kapoor. His role has now been taken up by Paresh Rawal.

Talking about this, a source told the publication, “Even after trying prosthetic make-up, Akshaye and Hirani were not convinced and felt that Akshaye did not look like Sunil Dutt at all. Therefore, Akshaye who is very particular about the characters he plays and also about their sketch felt that it will be an injustice to the role if he plays it. Even Hirani was not convinced fully. That’s the reason Hirani and Akshaye mutually decided to not go ahead with their alliance.”

Dutt biopic went on the floors over the weekend.