Veteran actor Amitabh Bachchan was deeply moved by his grandson, Agastya Nanda's performance in the upcoming film "Ikkis," a biographical war drama based on the life of Second Lieutenant Arun Khetarpal, India's youngest Param Vir Chakra awardee. Following a special screening in Mumbai, Bachchan shared his heartfelt review, praising Agastya's mature and honest portrayal.

"Emotions surge," Bachchan wrote in his blog, reflecting on the journey from Agastya's birth to witnessing his grandson shine on screen. He reminisced about holding Agastya as a baby and watching him grow, leading to his choice to pursue acting.

Bachchan admitted he couldn't take his eyes off Agastya whenever he appeared on screen, lauding his raw honesty and the way he embodied the character. He noted Agastya's screen presence felt natural and unforced. The film, directed by Sriram Raghavan, known for thrillers like "Andhadhun," also stars veteran actor Dharmendra in a posthumous role, along with Jaideep Ahlawat, and Simar Bhatia.

Bachchan described the film's execution, writing, and direction as impeccable. The film focuses on the Battle of Basantar during the 1971 India-Pakistan War. "And when it concludes...my eyes brim with tears of joy and pride," he expressed, admitting to being left speechless by the film's impact.

"Ikkis" marks Agastya Nanda's theatrical debut, following his appearance in "The Archies". The film was initially announced in 2019 with Varun Dhawan but was later reimagined with a new cast due to delays caused by the pandemic. The film is produced by Dinesh Vijan's Maddock Films and is slated to release on January 1, 2026.

Prior to the release, the makers of "Ikkis" held a special screening for the Defence Forces and Army officers, which was attended by prominent figures such as Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, General Anil Chauhan, and General Upendra Dwivedi.

"Ikkis" tells the story of Second Lieutenant Arun Khetarpal, who was posthumously awarded India's highest military decoration, the Param Vir Chakra, for his valor in the 1971 Indo-Pakistan War. He was only 21 years old when he died. The film's title, "Ikkis," symbolizes the young age at which Khetarpal sacrificed his life for the nation.