The upcoming film Ikkis, starring Agastya Nanda, grandson of legendary actor Amitabh Bachchan, and veteran actor Dharmendra, is creating significant buzz online. Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Sriram Raghavan, this period biographical war drama is based on the true story of Arun Khetarpal, India’s youngest recipient of the prestigious Param Vir Chakra. On Tuesday, which marked the birth anniversary of the brave army officer, the film’s makers unveiled the first look posters featuring Agastya Nanda and announced a new release date for the much-anticipated movie. The movie also features Akshay Kumar’s Niece Simar Bhatia and the actor has turned cheerleader for his Niece.

Akshay Kumar turns cheerleader for Niece Simar Bhatia

Earlier in the day, the makers of the film shared movie’s poster on Instagram and wrote, “Woh Ikkis ka tha, Ikkis ka hi rahega. Dinesh Vijan and Maddock Films present #Ikkis, directed by Sriram Raghavan, a true untold story of the youngest officer recipient of the Param Vir Chakra. In cinemas December 2025!”

Soon after that, Superstar Akshay Kumar extended his support to the film and also gave a shout-out to his niece, Simar Bhatia, who is set to make her big-screen debut with Ikkis. Sharing the film’s poster on his Instagram stories, Akshay wrote, “A powerful story begins… #Ikkis looks incredible. #AgastyaNanda. A little extra reason to cheer for this one, Simar Bhatia.”

About Ikkis

Ikkis is backed by Dinesh Vijan’s Maddock Films and was originally scheduled for release on October 2, 2025. However, the release has now been postponed to December 2025. Alongside Agastya, Dharmendra, and Simar Bhatia, the film also features Jaideep Ahlawat in a significant role.

In an earlier conversation with PTI, director Sriram Raghavan emphasized the film’s commitment to authenticity, stating that it would avoid glamorizing Arun Khetarpal’s story in a superheroic fashion. “It’s not a comic-book hero version,” he explained. The narrative skips the protagonist’s early life and instead focuses on his courageous journey as a young soldier who laid down his life for the nation shortly after turning 21. Raghavan added, “It is a big production; there will be tank fights and all that.”

Akshay Kumar’s work front

On the work front, Akshay Kumar is gearing up for the release of Welcome… To The Jungle. He also has several projects lined up, including Haiwaan, Bhoot Bangla, and Hera Pheri 3.