The war drama 'Ikkis,' directed by Sriram Raghavan and starring Agastya Nanda, Dharmendra, and Jaideep Ahlawat, is based on the life of Second Lieutenant Arun Khetarpal. Produced by Maddock Films, the movie was initially slated for a December 25, 2025 release but has been rescheduled to January 1, 2026. Early audience reactions to the trailer have been positive, with discussions focusing on the film's narrative and ending.