Veteran actor Dharmendra is all set to appear in the upcoming film Ikkis, and his sons are showing their support. Bobby Deol recently shared a behind-the-scenes video from the sets of Ikkis, expressing his love and admiration for his father. The film, directed by Sriram Raghavan, also stars Agastya Nanda in the lead role of Second Lieutenant Arun Khetarpal, with Dharmendra playing Khetarpal's father, Brig ML Khetarpal (Retd).
The Deol family has a close-knit bond, and they often express their affection for one another on social media. Following the release of the Ikkis trailer, Sunny Deol also shared his excitement and support for his father. Taking to Instagram, Sunny wrote, "PAPA is going to ROCK again. Looking GOOD PAPA. LOVE YOU." He also extended his best wishes to Agastya Nanda, who is making his theatrical debut with this film.
Bobby Deol has always been vocal about his admiration for his father. In an interview with Bollywood Hungama, Bobby shared insights into his relationship with Dharmendra, describing him as someone who has always stayed grounded and true to himself. Bobby stated that his father has never been carried away by fame or allowed people to create a bubble around him. He believes that the love the Deol family receives is due to Dharmendra's genuine connection with people. Bobby feels his father "did it his way", referencing the Frank Sinatra song.
Ikkis is based on the life of Second Lieutenant Arun Khetarpal, the youngest Param Vir Chakra awardee. The film delves into the heroic sacrifice of the young soldier during the 1971 Indo-Pak war. The trailer gives a glimpse of Khetarpal's journey, from his days at the National Defence Academy to his courageous acts on the battlefield. Agastya Nanda portrays the role of Arun Khetarpal, while Dharmendra plays his father, portraying a parent's pride and pain. The film also stars Jaideep Ahlawat and Sikandar Kher.
The trailer of Ikkis has received positive responses from fans and celebrities alike. Amitabh Bachchan also shared an emotional note for his grandson, Agastya Nanda, expressing his pride and blessings.
Ikkis is directed by Sriram Raghavan and produced by Dinesh Vijan and Maddock Films. The film was initially scheduled to release in December 2025 but will now be in theaters on January 1, 2026.
