Veteran actor Dharmendra’s final film is ‘Ikkis’, a war drama starring Agastya Nanda and directed by Sriram Raghavan. The film is slated for a December 25 release, and with the legendary actor’s health once again becoming a matter of public concern, Ikkis now carries an added emotional weight for millions of his admirers.
Dharmendra’s last on-screen appearance
The makers recently unveiled a new poster featuring Dharmendra playing the father of Second Lieutenant Arun Khetarpal, India’s youngest Param Vir Chakra awardee. The caption read:
“Fathers raise sons. Legends raise nations.”
This heartfelt portrayal is Dharmendra’s final cinematic performance, making Ikkis a deeply special film for fans who have followed his six-decade-long journey.
About the film
Ikkis brings to screen the story of Arun Khetarpal, who was martyred at just 21 during the 1971 Indo-Pak war’s Battle of Basantar. Agastya Nanda plays Khetarpal and is joined by Jaideep Ahlawat and Sikander Kher in key roles. The film is produced by Dinesh Vijan (Maddock Films) and written by Raghavan, Arijit Biswas, and Pooja Ladha Surti.
Why the release feels even more special now
Dharmendra’s health became a national discussion today after
an ambulance was seen outside his Mumbai residence, with an official update still awaited. Fans have been expressing their concern and sharing prayers online.
With Ikkis being his final film, the December 25 release will now be seen not just as a cinematic event, but as a heartfelt tribute to one of Indian cinema’s greatest stars — a last glimpse of the legend on the big screen.
