Agastya Nanda starrer Ikkis has been grabbing attention ever since its first look poster was released. And to raise the excitement level, the makers released the second song, Ban Ke Dikha. The song is an adrenaline-pumping
musical tribute to passion, discipline and relentless pursuit of becoming the best version of oneself. Directed by Sriram Raghavan, Ikkis brings to the screen the true story of Second Lieutenant Arun Khetarpal, India’s youngest Param Vir Chakra awardee, whose unparalleled courage during the 1971 Indo-Pak war has become a symbol of national pride.
With its pounding percussion, soaring chorus and electrifying visuals, the track follows the lead, Agastya Nanda, as he prepares, practices, fails, rises and ultimately emerges stronger than ever. The film features Agastya Nanda opposite Simar Bhatia, along with compelling performances by Jaideep Ahlawat and the late icon Dharmendra ji, whose role now resonates with even greater emotional depth.
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About the song
Sung with fierce energy by Jasmine Sandlas, penned by celebrated lyricist Amitabh Bhattacharya, and composed and produced by the powerhouse duo, White Noise Collectives, “Ban Ke Dikha Ikkis” perfectly captures the spirit of breakthroughs and the fire that refuses to die. Inspired by the classic training montage legacy, the track blends Bollywood emotions with athletic grit echoing the sentiment – Champions aren’t born, they are trained!
What Agastya Nanda said about the song
“Training for this sequence pushed me in both ways; mentally and physically. Eventually, it stopped being just preparation and became something I held onto,” Agastya Nanda shares about stepping into the role of a soldier in training. “Every time I hear ‘Ban Ke Dikha Ikkis,’ I’m reminded of the privilege of playing this role. The song carries the spirit of Second Lieutenant Arun Khetarpal— his drive, courage, and what he achieved at such a young age.
Ikkis Trailer:
The trailer offers a glimpse into the life of one of the greatest patriots and the youngest Param Vir Chakra recipient, Second Lieutenant Arun Khetarpal. In the trailer, Agastya steps into the role of the heroic soldier who is all set to go to war at the young age of 21 and doesn’t fear even death. The trailer opens with Agastya announcing that he will earn the next Param Vir Chakra for his regiment. The trailer offers a glimpse into the life of one of the greatest patriots and the youngest Param Vir Chakra recipient, Second Lieutenant Arun Khetarpal.
In the trailer, Agastya steps into the role of the heroic soldier who is all set to go to war at the young age of 21 and doesn’t fear even death. The trailer opens with Agastya announcing that he will earn the next Param Vir Chakra for his regiment.
