Is Rajesh Khanna A-List?
No — Rajesh Khanna is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Reached A-list in 1971
Haathi Mere Saathi blockbuster
Lost A-list status in 1984
Dropped to B tier — Ventures into politics
Ranking Timeline
Aakhri Khat debut
Rajesh Khanna debuts in 'Aakhri Khat'.
Aradhana success
'Aradhana' catapults him to stardom.
Haathi Mere Saathi blockbuster
Major commercial success further cements superstardom.
Ventures into politics
Enters politics, becomes MP for Congress.
Fading film roles
Film career slows down, roles become scarce.
Death at 69
Rajesh Khanna dies, leaving behind a rich legacy in Indian Cinema.
Legacy as first Superstar
Remembered as the original superstar, though his stardom has faded somewhat.
Last updated: February 23, 2026