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Ikkis Final Trailer Reveals Intense Battle Scenes — Dharmendra's Dialogue Steals the Show

The final trailer for the war drama 'Ikkis' has just dropped. It gives us a deeper look at the story of Second Lieutenant Arun Khetarpal, a true war hero. Agastya Nanda plays the lead role, and the trailer highlights some powerful battlefield moments. The film, which also features a poignant performance from Dharmendra, is set to hit theaters on New Year's Day 2026.

Key Points: Ikkis Final Trailer with Agastya Nanda and Dharmendra Released

  • Final trailer showcases intense battlefield sequences from the 1971 war
  • Film stars Agastya Nanda as PVC awardee Arun Khetarpal
  • Features a posthumous screen appearance by veteran actor Dharmendra
  • Directed by Sriram Raghavan with a release date of January 1, 2026
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'Ikkis' final trailer reveals intense battlefield scenes, Dharmendra's dialogue is the highlight

Watch the final trailer for 'Ikkis,' the war biopic of Arun Khetarpal, starring Agastya Nanda and featuring Dharmendra's poignant performance. In cinemas Jan 1, 2026.

"He will always be 21. — Dharmendra's character in the 'Ikkis' trailer"

Mumbai, December 19

The final trailer for Agastya Nanda and Dharmendra's biographical war drama 'Ikkis' was unveiled on Friday to give viewers a deeper look into the life of Second Lieutenant Arun Khetarpal, one of India's youngest and most celebrated war heroes.

The film, which marks Dharmendra's posthumous screen appearance, is set to release two weeks from now.

On Friday, Abhishek Bachchan took to his Instagram account to share the trailer for the war drama.

'Ikkis' features Agastya Nanda in the role of Lt. Arun Khetarpal, the youngest recipient of the Param Vir Chakra, who laid down his life during the 1971 India-Pakistan war at the age of 21.

The newly released trailer showcases intense battlefield sequences. The highlight of the trailer comes when Dharmendra's character reflects on Arun's legacy, saying he will "always be 21."

Along with the trailer, Abhishek added a caption that read, "An untold true story that deserves to be witnessed! #IkkisFinalTrailer out now. #Ikkis in cinemas January 1, 2026."

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Agastya Nanda's sister, Navya Nanda, also shared the trailer on social media and wrote, "The final trailer is here. This New Year, gift yourself courage. Witness the true story of the youngest Param Vir Chakra awardee, a hero who was only 21 and became eternal - Second Lt. Arun Khetarpal."

Directed by Sriram Raghavan, 'Ikkis' is a war biopic based on Second Lieutenant Arun Khetarpal, the youngest recipient of the Param Vir Chakra. The film stars Agastya Nanda in the lead, alongside Jaideep Ahlawat, Suhasini Mulay, Sikander Kher, and Rahul Dev.

Nanda and Dharmendra's war drama Ikkis, initially scheduled for December 25, will now release on January 1, 2026.

- ANI

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Sarah B
The trailer looks incredibly intense. It's so important for younger generations to know these stories of courage. Hoping the film does justice to Lt. Khetarpal's legacy without unnecessary dramatization.
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Vikram M
A film about a PVC awardee releasing on New Year's Day is perfect. Instead of just partying, we should start the year remembering our heroes. My family is definitely going. Agastya Nanda has big shoes to fill!
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Rohit P
Respectfully, I hope the focus stays on Arun Khetarpal's story and not on the star kids involved. The trailer looks promising, but sometimes these biopics get lost in glamour. Fingers crossed Sriram Raghavan delivers.
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Priya S
Emotional seeing Dharmendra ji on screen again. His presence adds so much gravity. And to think of a 21-year-old showing that level of bravery... humbles you. This is a must-watch.
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Michael C
The production values look top-notch. The battle scenes seem very realistic. It's great to see Indian cinema tackling such serious historical subjects with this level of scale.

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