Mukesh Khanna said he “did well in Shati Maan because it came from within me”. He also said that he forgets about the camera when he is shooting.
Veteran actor Mukesh Khanna, famous for playing India’s OG superhero Shaktimaan, thrilled fans when he announced the iconic character’s return to Indian screens. Speaking to ANI on Monday, the actor opened up about his deep connection with the role and his excitement about reprising it.
“This is a costume within me…I think personally too, in my mind, this costume has come from within me…I did well in Shatimaan because it came from within me…Acting is all about confidence. I forget about the camera when I am shooting…I am even happier than the others about becoming Shaktimaan again,” the actor shared.
On bringing Shaktimaan back to a new generation, the actor said, “I am carrying out my duty that I started in 1997 and which went on till 2005. I think my work should reach the public in 2027 because today’s generation is running blindly. They have to be stopped and told to catch their breath.”
On Sunday, Mukesh took to his Instagram account to share a poster and announce the teaser video that showed Shaktimaan’s comeback.
In the video, we see Shaktimaan flying and landing in a school where he sings a song about freedom while looking at pictures of Indian freedom fighters, including Bhagat Singh, Chandrashekhar Azad, and Subhash Chandra Bose.
“It’s Time For HIM to RETURN. Our First Indian SUPER TEACHER- SUPER HERO. YES! As Darkness And Evil prevails over Children of Today… It’s time for him to return. He returns with a Message. He returns with a Teaching. For today’s generation. Welcome Him. With both hands !!!!!,” read his post.
Shaktimaan, which originally aired in 1997 on Door darshan, became one of the most popular superhero shows in India. The show ran for more than 450 episodes and has remained a nostalgic memory for millions of viewers.
