Ikkis Earns ₹7 Cr on Day 1 Amid Dhurandhar Storm; Dharmendra's Final Film Touches Hearts

• Dharmendra's final film, "Ikkis," opened to an emotional audience response, earning ₹7 crore on its first day despite competition from "Dhurandhar."
• Released on January 1, 2026, the film marks Dharmendra's last big-screen appearance and Agastya Nanda's debut, directed by Sriram Raghavan.
• "Ikkis" achieved 31.94% occupancy, driven by fans paying tribute to the late legendary actor Dharmendra, who passed away in November 2025.
• Critics praised Dharmendra's powerful performance as ML Khetarpal, with News18 rating the film 4 out of 5 stars for its emotional depth.
• Based on the true story of Param Vir Chakra awardee Second Lieutenant Arun Khetarpal, the film's strong opening highlights its emotional impact.

Why It Matters: Dharmendra's final film "Ikkis" opens strong with ₹7 Cr, resonating emotionally with audiences.