Ikkis Twitter Review: Ikkis narrates the tale of Second Lieutenant Arun Khetarpal, one of India's youngest recipients of the Param Vir Chakra, against the backdrop of the 1971 India–Pakistan War. Agastya Nanda plays the title role in the war drama, while Dharmendra plays the hero's father, Brigadier ML Khetarpal. Rahul Dev, Simar Bhatia, and Jaideep Ahlawat complete the supporting cast. Ikkis eventually made its theatrical debut on January 1st, and early reviews indicate that the movie has resonated with viewers.
Ikkis is inspired by real-life events. Fans flocked to first-day-first-show screenings in several places despite a packed holiday release window, anxious to see Agastya Nanda's big-screen debut and Dharmendra's last big-screen appearance.
A user wrote, "#IKKIS First Review (4/5) A powerful, emotional and patriotic film that hits hard. Direction-Solid and impactful. The storytelling is sharp and sincere by #SriramRaghavan. Story- Gripping, emotional, and rooted in patriotism. Keeps you engaged throughout. 1st Half- Strong setup, emotional depth, and excellent character building. 2nd Half- Intense, dramatic, and emotionally heavy."
Another user wrote, "Woh Ikkis ka tha, aur hamesha rahega. #Ikkis is a MASTERPIECE. Verdict: 4.5/5 Dharmendra is heartbreaking. Agastya Nanda has arrived. Sriram Raghavan's emotional tribute is a must-watch."
A third user wrote, "Sriram Raghavan’s Ikkis is a poignant masterpiece that chooses raw emotion over loud noise. Agastya Nanda shines in a sincere breakout performance as 2nd Lt. Arun Khetarpal, perfectly capturing the journey from innocent boy to battlefield hero."
Ikkis seems to have made a good first impression, with early internet ratings ranging from 4 to 4.5 stars. The film may find its audience through poignant storytelling and strong performances, if the buzz on Twitter is any indication.