Arun Khetarpal’s brother, Mukesh, was deeply moved watching Agastya Nanda portray the young war hero in “Ikkis.” Overwhelmed with emotion, Mukesh praised Nanda’s performance, stating, “Whatever else you are, you will be Arun for life.” Director Sriram Raghavan’s film, also starring Dharmendra, is set to release on January 1, 2026.



