Ikkis (2026)
DirectorSriram Raghavan
StarringDharmendra, Jaideep Ahlawat, Agastya Nanda, Simar Bhatia
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Best for: Viewers interested in Indian military history and character-driven war dramas.
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Ikkis OTT release date
| Theatrical release (India) | 1 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| OTT / digital release (India) | 26 February 2026 |
| Gap between theatre and OTT | 56 days |
| Streaming now on | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads |
Release dates for India as listed on TMDB.
Ikkis story (no spoilers)
Ikkis tells the story of Second Lieutenant Arun Khetarpal, India's youngest Param Vir Chakra recipient, who died at 21 during the 1971 Battle of Basantar. The Hindi-language history war drama, directed by Sriram Raghavan, follows his sacrifice for his battalion and country. It also reflects on the futility of war through his father, Brig. Madan Lal Khetarpal, who visits his ancestral home in Sargodha and his alma mater for a reunion 30 years later, now in post-partition Pakistan. The film stars Agastya Nanda as Arun Khetarpal and Dharmendra as his father, with Jaideep Ahlawat, Simar Bhatia, Shree Bishnoi, Suhasini Mulay, Rahul Dev and Sikandar Kher in supporting roles. The tagline 'He was 21, will remain as that' captures the film's tone of remembrance and loss. The narrative moves between the 1971 war and the father's later journey, examining both heroism and the personal cost of conflict.
Should you watch Ikkis?
Watch it for
- Sriram Raghavan directs this historical war drama, marking a shift from his earlier thriller work.
- Agastya Nanda plays 2nd Lt Arun Khetarpal, while Dharmendra portrays his father, Brig. Madan Lal Khetarpal.
- The film runs 148 minutes and blends 1971 Battle of Basantar sequences with a reflective look at war's futility.
- The cast includes Jaideep Ahlawat as Brig. Jaan Mohammad Khan, Rahul Dev as Lt Col Hanut Singh and Sikandar Kher as RIS Sagat Singh.
Skip it if
- You prefer lighter genres; this is a war drama dealing with sacrifice and loss.
- You dislike non-linear storytelling that moves between 1971 and a reunion 30 years later.
- You want a fast-paced action film; the reflective father's journey slows the pace.
Ikkis cast
Dharmendraas Brig. Madan Lal Khetarpal
Jaideep Ahlawatas Brig. Jaan Mohammad Khan
Agastya Nandaas 2nd Lt Arun Khetarpal
Simar Bhatiaas Kiran Kochar
Shree Bishnoias SWR Parag Singh
Suhasini Mulayas Mrs. Maheshwari Khetarpal
Rahul Devas Lt Col Hanut Singh
Sikandar Kheras RIS Sagat Singh
Ekavali Khannaas Maryam Nisar
Vivaan Shahas Capt. Vijender Malhotra
Saurabh Dubeyas Pakistani GeneralIkkis movie details
| Director | Sriram Raghavan |
|---|---|
| Writer | Sriram Raghavan, Pooja Ladha Surti, Arijit Biswas |
| Music | White Noise Collectives, Sachin Sanghvi, Jigar Saraiya |
| Cinematography | Anil Mehta |
| Producer | Dinesh Vijan |
| Release date | 1 January 2026 |
| Runtime | 2h 28m (148 minutes) |
| Original language | Hindi |
| Country of origin | India |
| Languages spoken in the film | Hindi |
| Original title | इक्कीस |
| Certificate (India) | U/A 13+ |
Parental guide: is Ikkis family friendly?
The U/A 13+ certificate indicates war violence suitable for teens 13 and older; this is a general guide. This is a general guide based on genre and certification.
Ikkis official trailer
Our verdict
Ikkis honours Arun Khetarpal's sacrifice with a measured war drama, though its dual timeline may divide viewers. Sriram Raghavan draws strong turns from Agastya Nanda and Dharmendra. It is a thoughtful, if sombre, look at heroism and loss.
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Where can I watch Ikkis online in India?
Ikkis is available on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in India. It can also be rented on Amazon Video.
When did Ikkis release in theatres?
Ikkis released in Indian theatres on 1 January 2026.
Who is in the cast of Ikkis?
The cast includes Agastya Nanda as 2nd Lt Arun Khetarpal, Dharmendra as Brig. Madan Lal Khetarpal, Jaideep Ahlawat as Brig. Jaan Mohammad Khan, Simar Bhatia as Kiran Kochar, Shree Bishnoi as SWR Parag Singh, Suhasini Mulay as Mrs. Maheshwari Khetarpal, Rahul Dev as Lt Col Hanut Singh and Sikandar Kher as RIS Sagat Singh.
Who directed Ikkis?
Ikkis is directed by Sriram Raghavan.
What is the runtime and certificate of Ikkis?
Ikkis runs 148 minutes and has a U/A 13+ certificate in India.
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