Indian film actor, director and politician (1946-2017) Vinod Khanna was an Indian actor, film producer, and politician known for his work in Hindi cinema. Recognised as a style and fashion icon, he was often referred to as the "Sexy Sanyasi" in the media, as well a sex symbol. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest stars in Indian cinema history. In 2018, Khanna was posthumously honoured with the Dadasaheb Phalke Award, India's highest cinematic award, at the 65th National Film Awards. Beyond his film career, Khanna was also a spiritual seeker. 787,152 views on April 27, 2017 — Wikipedia's most-read article that day. Also most read: Rahul Khanna, 13 Reasons Why, The Handmaid's Tale, Baahubali 2: The Conclusion. Wiki link