Mukesh Khanna Denies Claiming He’s Better Than Ranveer Singh for Shaktimaan Role

Mukesh Khanna Responds to Rumors: Mukesh Khanna denied saying he is better than Ranveer Singh for the Shaktimaan role.

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Khanna's Humble Stance: Mukesh Khanna continues to show humility, denying any desire to return as Shaktimaan in the future, despite rumors. Learn more