Akshay Kumar’s niece Simar Bhatia debuts in Bollywood with “Ikkis” and shares her gratitude for 2026.

Akshay Kumar’s niece Simar Bhatia debuts in Bollywood with “Ikkis” and shares her gratitude for 2026.

Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar’s niece, Simar Bhatia, has made her entrance into the entertainment industry with the release of her debut film “Ikkis.”

A Grateful Beginning

Simar chose to kick off her career with an expression of gratitude, thanking her mother, family, and teachers for shaping who she is today.

Praises for Direction

In her reflections on “Ikkis,” Simar expressed her admiration for director Sriram Raghavan, commending him for his patience as she stepped into the cinematic world. She shared an emotional message on Instagram, stating, “An incredibly special blessing. A beginning I would not have even known how to pray for. To my director, @sriram.raghavanofficial, it is an honour to be introduced into the world of cinema by you. Thank you for your gentleness, patience, and love for storytelling. That passion is something I carry forward.”

Support from Co-stars

Simar also acknowledged her co-star Agastya Nanda, who is making his debut alongside her, expressing her appreciation for sharing this journey. She wrote, “Aggy, I have grown so fond of you. You are truly incredible in this film. I can’t wait for the world to witness the greatness of 2/Lt Arun Khetrapal through you. Thank you for making this journey feel shared, never lonely.”

Acknowledgement of the Team

The young actress extended her gratitude to the entire team behind “Ikkis,” highlighting their significant contributions to bringing the project to fruition.

What “Ikkis” Means to Simar

Simar shared that “IKKIS is not just a film to me. It means I am finally getting the chance to do the one thing I dared to dream of doing. Your reassurance and courage in giving me a beginning is something I will always honour.”

Looking Forward to 2026

Looking ahead, she expressed hope that 2026 will be a year of expression, encouraging everyone to tell their loved ones that they are cherished.

Simar concluded her heartfelt note with the saying, “Mann Neevan. Matt Ucchi (Simple living high thinking).”