Age Factor: Varun Dhawan Replaced by Agastya Nanda in Sriram Raghavan's 'Ikkis'

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News18•31-12-2025, 10:05
Age Factor: Varun Dhawan Replaced by Agastya Nanda in Sriram Raghavan's 'Ikkis'
- •Agastya Nanda stars in Sriram Raghavan's 'Ikkis', based on Second Lieutenant Arun Khetarpal.
- •Varun Dhawan was the initial choice for 'Ikkis' but was replaced due to age.
- •Director Sriram Raghavan stated Varun was too old to portray a 19-year-old character.
- •Agastya Nanda, 21 at casting, fit the role's requirement for a fresh, young face.
- •The film is a true story about India's youngest Param Vir Chakra recipient.
Why It Matters: Varun Dhawan lost 'Ikkis' role to Agastya Nanda due to age, needing a younger actor.
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