Dharma Picture Kyun Nahin Diya: Akshay Kumar Niece Simar's Witty Reaction After Karan Johar Calls Her 'Gorgeous'

Simar Bhatia enters the cinema with Sriram Raghavan’s Ikkis. She is paired with Agastya Nanda. Ahead of the film’s January 1, 2026, release, the makers unveiled the final trailer on Friday (December 19).

It garnered appreciation and love from the industry. Ikkis is veteran actor Dharmendra’s last film. Several Bollywood celebrities, including Dharmendra’s sons Sunny and Bobby Deol gave a shoutout to the biopic of Second Lieutenant Arun Khetarpal PVC. Karan Johar welcomed Simar to the world of cinema. In response, she displayed her wit on social media. For the unversed, Simar is Akshay Kumar’s niece. She is the daughter of Alka Bhatia, his sister.

Simar Bhatia playfully teases Karan Johar

When Karan shared Ikkis’ final trailer on Instagram Stories, he wrote, “SOLID!!!! Rooting for you Aggy!!!! Welcome to the movies @simarbhatia18…you’re gorgeous!!!” Simar reshared his Story and teased him by writing, “Thank you sir. Phir mujhe Dharma ka picture kyun nahin diya?”

Akshay Kumar showers love on niece Simar

On December 3, Akshay penned an emotional note for his niece Simar. He wrote, “Holding you as a tiny baby to now watching you step into the world of films… life really has come full circle. Simar, I’ve seen you turn from a shy little girl who would hide behind her mom into this confident young woman ready to face the camera like she was born for it. Safar mushkil hai, but knowing you, you’ll walk into it with that same spark, that same honesty, and that same stubborn determination that runs in our family. Hum Bhatias ka funda simple hai: kaam karo, dil se karo, aur phir universe ka magic dekho. I’m so proud of you beta… The world is about to meet Simar Bhatia … but to me you’ve always been a star. Go shine! Jai Mahadev.”In response, Simar commented, “I will never be able fully express what your support and love mean to me. You always said, “Maa teri ek hai, par main do-do maavan de barabar haan,” and that’s exactly how you’ve loved me. Everything strong in me comes from the safety you gave me. Thank you, MA MA. I love you more than words can ever say.”

About Ikkis

Ikkis follows the journey of Arun Khetarpal from his commissioning into the 17 Poona Horse regiment after graduating from the Indian Military Academy to his heroic actions during the Battle of Basantar in December 1971. Directed by Sriram Raghavan and produced by Maddock Films, Ikkis also stars Jaideep Ahlawat, Deepak Dobriyal and others in pivotal roles.