Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar took to social media to celebrate a special moment in his family—his niece Simar Bhatia making her Bollywood debut with the upcoming film Ikkis. Sharing a heartfelt message, Akshay reflected on watching Simar grow from a shy child into a confident young woman ready for the silver screen.
On Tuesday, Akshay posted the film’s first poster featuring Simar and wrote:
“Holding you as a tiny baby to now seeing you step into films… life truly comes full circle. Simar, I’ve watched you transform from a shy little girl hiding behind your mom into a confident young woman ready to face the camera like it was always meant for you.”
He continued with words of motivation:
“The journey is tough, but knowing you, you’ll face it with that same spark, honesty, and stubborn determination that runs in our family. Our Bhatia family mantra is simple: work hard, do it with heart, and then watch the universe’s magic unfold.”
Closing the note with pride, Akshay added:
“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.”
About Ikkis
Ikkis is a biographical war-drama based on Arun Khetarpal, the youngest Indian Army officer to be posthumously awarded the Param Vir Chakra for his bravery during the 1971 Battle of Basantar. The film stars Agastya Nanda as Arun, with veteran actor Dharmendra making his final on-screen appearance as Arun’s father, Brigadier M. L. Khetarpal.
Directed by Sriram Raghavan and produced by Maddock Films, the movie also features Jaideep Ahlawat and Sikander Kher in key supporting roles. It traces Arun’s journey from a cadet at the Indian Military Academy to a courageous officer who sacrifices his life for the nation, highlighting both the heroism of war and its impact on family.
The film is scheduled for release on 25 December 2025, marking a poignant farewell to Dharmendra while honoring one of India’s youngest war heroes.
