Vicky Kaushal On Chhaava: “No Good Mornings Or Goodbyes” As He & Akshaye Khanna Stayed Distant To Stay In Character

Vicky Kaushal and Akshaye Khanna, two of Bollywood’s most talented actors, took an intense approach while filming their upcoming historical epic Chhaava. The film, directed by Laxman Utekar, brings to life the enthralling story of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj and his fierce conflict with Mughal emperor Aurangzeb. While the cinematic portrayal of history is expected to be grand, the behind-the-scenes process has been just as gripping, especially for Kaushal and Khanna, who maintained absolute distance throughout their time on set.

Kaushal, known for his commitment to roles, portrays the fearless Maratha warrior, Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj. Akshaye Khanna, celebrated for his nuanced performances, steps into the role of the Mughal emperor Aurangzeb. Given the historical enmity between these two legendary figures, the actors could not bring themselves to partake in any off-screen interactions.

Chhaava Director Says Vicky and Akshay Did Not Want To See Each Other Faces

In an interview with Bollywood Hungama, Kaushal explained that neither he nor Khanna exchanged greetings, small talk, or personal communication while on set. “When we were shooting that scene, we exchanged no good mornings or goodbyes or hellos. He was Aurangzeb, and I was Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, and we went straight into shooting the scene. There was no communication as Vicky Kaushal to Akshaye Khanna,” Vicky Kaushal revealed.