The excitement is palpable in Bollywood with the release of the trailer for Ikkis, starring Agastya Nanda and introducing the promising Simar Bhatia. Beyond the film’s compelling narrative of bravery, this moment holds special significance for the Kumar-Khanna family as it marks Simar’s debut. A thrilled Akshay Kumar took to Instagram to share his joy, writing, “My little Simi’s not so little anymore… from your living room performances to the big screen in #Ikkis, heart bursting with pride! @simarbhatia18 And Agastya, what screen presence! Wishing the whole team huge success.” His heartfelt message was quickly echoed by industry peers like Amitabh Bachchan, Navya Nanda, and Suhana Khan, who all extended their congratulations to the budding actress.
Twinkle Khanna also shared her immense pride, posting a clip of Simar from the trailer with the caption, “Our @simarbhatia18 now belongs to the world. So refreshingly natural. Well done, my talented little one ❤️.” Simar’s heartfelt response, “Thank you so much for this. People pay for your words. I just got blessed,” highlighted the deep family bond.
Meet Simar Bhatia
Simar Bhatia is the daughter of Akshay Kumar’s sister, Alka Bhatia. She has always been a close presence within the family circle, often spoken of fondly by her uncle for her talent. With Ikkis, Simar is poised to make a significant impact on the silver screen.
Inside the ‘Ikkis’ Trailer
Directed by the acclaimed Sriram Raghavan, Ikkis is based on the true story of Second Lieutenant Arun Khetarpal, India’s youngest Param Vir Chakra awardee. Agastya Nanda portrays the courageous 21-year-old soldier. The trailer depicts Khetarpal’s unwavering determination to earn a Param Vir Chakra for his regiment, showcasing his journey from rigorous training to emotional family moments and fierce battlefield encounters. The film also features veteran actor Dharmendra as Khetarpal’s grandfather and Jaideep Ahlawat as a Pakistani officer, acknowledging Khetarpal’s bravery. Simar’s presence in the trailer signals the beginning of what promises to be a bright acting career.