Agastya's 'Ikkis' trailer to screen with Ayushmann's 'Thamma'
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The much-awaited trailer for Sriram Raghavan's war drama Ikkis will be released with the upcoming horror-comedy Thamma, reported Bollywood Hungama. The decision is a strategic move that brings together two of Bollywood's most exciting genres, creating an interesting combination for audiences this Diwali. Ikkis is based on the life of Second Lieutenant Arun Khetarpal, India's youngest Param Vir Chakra recipient during the 1971 Indo-Pak war.
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'Ikkis': Cast, characters, and new release date
Ikkis stars veteran actor Dharmendra and rising star Agastya Nanda in lead roles. Jaideep Ahlawat plays a pivotal role in the film. The movie was initially slated for a Gandhi Jayanti release, but has now been pushed to December 2025 to avoid competition with other big releases. New posters of Ikkis promise intense action sequences and a unique narrative arc for Nanda as Khetarpal's successor.
'Thamma'
'Thamma': Plot, cast, and pre-release buzz
On the other hand, Thamma is set to make its mark this Diwali with Ayushmann Khurrana joining the Maddock Horror Comedy Universe for the first time. The film also stars Rashmika Mandanna. Thamma is reportedly Maddock's most expensive horror-comedy origin story, featuring significant investments in technology and spectacle. Early pre-booking numbers suggest that it could become the highest opener for both Khurrana and the MHCU franchise. It releases on October 21, clashing with Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat.