Ikkis song Tera Aashiq out: Irshad Kamil's song explores the dilemma of a young soldier torn between love and duty. It features Agastya Nanda and Simar Bhatia in the video..

Tera Aashiq song: Sriram Raghavan’s Ikkis is inching closer to its theatrical premiere and will become the first film of 2026 as it drops on January 1. After Sitare and Ban Ke Dikha, the makers have unveiled yet another song from Ikkis, and fans are already showering love on the lyrics and overall performance. The new song, Tera Aashiq, explores the dilemma of a young soldier torn between love and duty. With Irshad Kamil’s mesmerising lyrics, it is effortlessly making a mark on the viewers. Read on for more details about the singers and the song highlights.
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Tere Aashiq from Ikkis is now out on YouTube, and fans are already showering it with love and praise. After the romantic track Sitare, the makers of Ikkis have unveiled another love song, but this one blends with the complexities of emotions and the duty of a soldier. Featuring Agastya Nanda and Simar Bhatia, Tera Aashiq is a captivating song penned by the popular lyricist Irshad Kamil. In the song, we witness a young soldier (Agastya Nanda) trying to juggle between his romantic feelings and its expectations with his duty in the Indian Army.
From ball dancing to letter reading and special moments with the other soldiers, Tera Aashiq offers some mesmerising visuals hitting the right chords with Irshad Kamil’s lyrics. Sung in the vocals of Master Saleem and Madhubanti Bagchi, Tera Aashiq is a powerful love anthem that highlights an immortal love story of a soldier. The song also features glimpses of Dharmendra Deol and Jaideep Ahlawat, who play pivotal roles in the movie.
What makes Tera Aashiq more special is the strong connection it builds with viewers as it portrays the difficulties of a soldier’s life who gets torn between his soulmate and duty in the battlefield as the ‘best soldier.’
From the maker of Andhadhun and Badlapur comes another promising release with Ikkis. The upcoming biopic is inspired by the life of Second Lieutenant Arun Khetarpal, who created history by becoming the youngest recipient of the PVC. Ikkis follows an inspiring tale of grit, bravery, resilience, sacrifice, patriotism, and duty of a soldier on the battlefield. Agastya Nanda plays the titular role, and Dharmendra plays his father. Simar Bhatia is making her movie debut with Ikkis as the love interest of Agastya. Jaideep Ahlawat is also playing a pivotal role in the film. Ikkis is slated to premiere on January 1, 2026.
Q. Who wrote the lyrics for Tera Aashiq?
A. Tera Aashiq is penned by Irshad Kamil and sung by Master Saleem and Madhubanti Bagchi
Q: Is Ikkis postponed to next year?
A: Yes, Ikkis is now releasing on January 1, 2026 after it was postponed for over a week. Ikkis was earlier slated for a December 25 release. However, the makers ensured a clear release window post Dhurandhar craze.
Q: Is Ikkis based on a true story?
A: Yes, Ikkis is a biographical war drama based on the life of Second Lieutenant Arun Khetarpal, the youngest recipient of the Param Vir Chakra (PVC).
Q: Who are the main actors in Ikkis?
A: Agastya Nanda, who debuted with Zoya Akhtar's The Archies is set to play the titular role of Second Lieutenant Arun Khetarpal. Late actor Dharmendra features as Arun’s father, Brigadier M.L. Khetarpal, and Jaideep Ahlawat plays an army officer.
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