The film, directed by master storyteller Sriram Raghavan, stars Agastya Nanda in his most intense role yet — portraying the fearless 21-year-old Indian Army officer who was posthumously awarded the Param Vir Chakra for his unmatched bravery during the 1971 Indo-Pak War.
"On the birth anniversary of Arun Khetarpal, Ikkis, a story that will forever stay in our hearts, is wrapped," the caption read as Maddock Films shared the motion poster online. With the tagline "Woh Ikkis ka tha, Ikkis ka hi rahega", the teaser gives a hauntingly emotional nod to Khetarpal’s eternal youth — immortalized in sacrifice.
The motion poster features Agastya in uniform, standing firm amidst the chaos of war, gun in hand, grit on his face, embodying the very spirit of youthful courage. It’s a bold choice of role for the newcomer — and one that’s already earned him praise, with even his mother Shweta Nanda sharing the poster and dropping a red heart emoji in support.
Adding further gravitas to the project, the legendary Dharmendra plays Lt. Gen. V. K. Khetarpal, Arun’s father, while powerhouse actor Jaideep Ahlawat joins the ensemble, likely playing a senior officer or mentor figure. The film also features Simar Bhatia, Vivaan Shah, and Sikandar Kher, making it a robust, multi-layered war drama that promises emotional depth alongside its battlefield intensity.
The teaser offers glimpses of high-octane tank warfare, dusty battlefields, and fierce moments of selfless valor — all trademark touches of Sriram Raghavan’s gritty, realistic style.
With Ikkis, Raghavan steps away from his usual noir thrillers and dives deep into India’s military history — and in doing so, brings attention to a war hero whose name deserves to echo for generations. This December, cinema meets sacrifice. Ikkis is not just a film — it’s a tribute.
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