Akshaye Khanna discusses a comparison involving “Dhurandhar” with the director of “Ikka.” In comments relayed by filmmaker Siddharth P Malhotra, the filmmakers say they have observed both phases of the release and production timelines around “Dhurandhar.” Malhotra notes that the team was shooting during the period when “Dhurandhar” was released and also while it was still being shot, allowing them to see developments across the two stages. The reporting frames Khanna’s input as part of an exchange with the “Ikka” director about how “Dhurandhar” is being compared. The sources provided focus on the nature of this insider perspective—highlighting that the comparison discussion is informed by firsthand viewing during “Dhurandhar’s” production and release window—rather than providing specific plot or technical details of either film. No additional, independently reported specifics about the exact comparison points are included in the material supplied.