Ikkis removes 15-second dialogue on India-Pakistan relations ahead of release; Runtime revealed

Ikkis, starring Dharmendra, Agastya Nanda, and Jaideep Ahlawat, will hit cinemas on January 1, 2026. Ahead of the release, CBFC made changes before certifying it with U/A 13+.

Ikkis

Ikkis, directed by Sriram Raghavan, stars Amitabh Bachchan's grandson, Agastya Nanda, late actor Dharmendra, and Jaideep Ahlawat in the lead roles. The film, which was originally scheduled for a December 25, 2025, release, will now be released on January 1, 2026, to avoid the box office collection of Dhurandhar. Ahead of the release, the Central Board of Film Certification applied some changes to Ikkis.

CBFC edits for Ikkis

Bollywood Hungama reported that the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) asked the Ikkis makers to modify the opening disclaimer and include the acknowledgement for Poona Horse Regiment, Colonel Hanuth Singh and the tank crew. The same was to be conveyed through a voiceover. Then came pictures of the warriors and an introductory voiceover about Arun's tank crew.

In the end credits, the creators were asked to add a text with a voiceover. They appropriately changed the credits and added a full-length iconic image of a Lt. General as suggested by a defence expert. Additionally, the makers have also submitted a consent form from a member of the Khetarpal family and appropriate documentation for the scene based on true events.

In addition to these, in the second half of the film, the name of a tank was asked to be removed. Lastly, a 15-second dialogue on India-Pakistan relations was asked to be removed. The CBFC members also instructed the makers to blur the alcohol brand name and include a static anti-smoking warning.

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Ikkis runtime

Following the changes, Ikkis was granted a U/A 13+ certificate on December 15. According to the censor certificate, the film’s duration is 147.15 minutes, which translates to 2 hours, 27 minutes, and 15 seconds.

About Ikkis

Ikkis is a 2026 Hindi war drama about India's youngest Param Vir Chakra recipient, Second Lieutenant Arun Khetarpal. it focuses on his bravery and sacrifice at age 21 in the 1971 Indo-Pak war, starring Agastya Nanda as Khetarpal, Dharmendra as his father, and Jaideep Ahlawat, directed by Sriram Raghavan.

This story tells the story of Khetarpal's bravery in the Battle of Basantara, highlighting themes of duty, sacrifice, and the personal value of war, and the title reflects his age at the time of his martyrdom.

Ikkis FAQs

Q: Is Ikkis based on a true story?

A: Ikkis is based on the life of Second Lieutenant Arun Khetarpal, one of India's youngest Param Vir Chakra recipients, and it revisits the 1971 Indo-Pakistan War.

Q: Where to watch Ikkis?

A: After its theatrical run, Ikkis will be released on Prime Video.

Q: Who plays Arun Khetarpal in Ikkis?

A: Amitabh Bachchan's grandson, Agastya Nanda, will be seen playing the role of Second Lieutenant Arun Khetarpal in Ikkis.

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