Ikkis final trailer out: Agastya Nanda delivers a powerful portrayal of Param Vir Chakra recipient Arun Khetarpal

Filmmaker Sriram Raghavan is set to trade his signature neo-noir action thrillers for wartime heroism in Ikkis. His much-anticipated film pays a cinematic tribute to Second Lieutenant Arun Khetarpal, who was posthumously awarded India's highest military honour, the Param Vir Chakra.

The final trailer for the war drama, starring Agastya Nanda and featuring Dharmendra's last film appearance, dropped today (December 19), ahead of its New Year's Day release on January 1, 2026.

Released by Maddock Films, the 2-minute and 11-second final trailer features intense war sequences, tank battles, emotional family moments and the true story of courage.

"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. #IkkisFinalTrailer out now. #ExperienceCourageOnJan1 in cinemas. #Ikkis releasing on 1st Jan 2026," Maddock Films wrote on X.

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. ????#IkkisFinalTrailer out now
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— Maddockfilms (@MaddockFilms) December 19, 2025

The Ikkis trailer starkly shifts from the grim atmosphere of war, painted with "smoke and flames," to the personal journey of Khetarpal. Narrated by Jaideep Ahlawat, the story highlights Khetarpal's courageous leadership in the Battle of Basantar, where his tank command becomes central to the film's premise.

In a poignant performance, Dharmendra portrays Arun’s father, capturing the pride of a parent. The trailer concludes with a delivery of his touching dialogue, "Woh hamesha ikkis ka hi rahega (He will always remain 21)."

Ikkis marks Raghavan's directorial debut in the war genre. The director is well-known for his expertise in thrillers such as Ek Hasina Thi, Johnny Gaddar and Andhadhun.

The biographical war drama is based on the life of Arun Khetarpal, featuring his extraordinary bravery during the Battle of Basantar in the 1971 Indo-Pak War.

Ikkis, which was originally slated for a December 2025 release, is all set to hit theatres on January 1, 2026.  Following its theatrical run, the movie will be available on Amazon Prime Video.

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