Dharmendra’s final promotional video for Ikkis revealed: Here’s the message he shared ahead of release

While Dharmendra’s movie Ikkis is now in theatres, netizens have been sharing videos about the actor. A paparazzo updated the link of the last ever interview featuring the veteran actor, where he is seen talking about the movie impromptu. Of course, this happened days before Dharmendra was hospitalized and the Nation mourned his passing away in November 2025. Know everything Bollywood He-Man said in the interview…

Dharmendra’s last words before Ikkis release in theatres

Dharmendra had spoken about his movie Ikkis impromptu during one of his last interviews. “Meri ek film aa rahi hai, Ikkis. Woh zarur dekhiye ga. Hamaare Sriram (Raghavan) bahut acche director hai. Unhone Johnny Gaddar banaayi thi. Yeh border ki picture hai, lekin bahut touching bhi hai. Acchi film hai yeh,” the veteran actor said in the interview held at his farmhouse. He was speaking to Known Unknown about his movie, which ended up becoming his last theatrical release.

In a BTS video released by the makers, Dharmendra was heard sharing, “I’m extremely happy to be with Maddock Films, the team, the captain Sriram ji. Film is done in a very nice way. I think India and Pakistan both should see the picture. I’m a bit happily sad today because it’s the last day I’m shooting. I love you all. Kuch kahi koi galti ho gayi ho uske liye shama karna,” the actor said laughing during his promotional video.

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About Dharmendra’s demise

Dharmendra was hospitalized in November 2025 after complaining of breathing. The actor was in recovery but on the ventilator. Unfortunately, on November 24, 2025, Bollywood’s He-Man was cremated and his final rites took place in Mumbai. He died at 89, just days ahead of his 90th birth anniversary on December 8, 2025. Before Ikkis, Dharmendra was remembered for his performance in the National Award-winning film Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahani (featuring Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt in the lead roles). Apart from Dharmendra, Ikkis stars Jaideep Ahlawat and Agastya Nanda in the lead roles.

Ikkis FAQs

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.

Q: Who is the lead actress in the movie Ikkis?

A: Akshay Kumar's niece, Simar Bhatia, is set to make her Bollywood debut with Ikkis.