Actor Vivaan Shah is gearing up for his upcoming film ‘Ikkis’ and has shared some intriguing insights into his role. He revealed that he plays a significant part in the final battle where the brave Arun Khetarpal was martyred.
Curiosity Sparked
Vivaan’s appearance in the trailer has ignited curiosity among viewers, who are eager to learn more about his role in this much-anticipated project.
Expressing his enthusiasm, he said, “It was such an immense honour to be a part of ‘Ikkis’. I loved the trailer! I was overjoyed to be featured in it. It was exhilarating.”
Collaboration with Sriram Raghavan
The actor spoke highly of working with filmmaker Sriram Raghavan, describing it as a milestone moment in his career. “To play a role of this sort and work with the great Sriram Raghavan was a dream come true,” he added.
Role of an Army Officer
Vivaan opened up about his character, noting that he plays an Army officer for the first time. He shared that his character serves as Arun’s tank commander, saying, “He is a part of the final battle and has a very interesting equation with Arun.”
A New Side of Vivaan
Regarding his performance, Vivaan expressed his hope that audiences will appreciate this new side of him on screen. He stated, “I hope audiences will accept and appreciate me in this different avatar. It is a role unlike anything I have ever played before, and I do hope to surprise the audience with my performance.”
About ‘Ikkis’
Directed by Sriram Raghavan, ‘Ikkis’ is based on the life of Arun Khetarpal, one of India’s youngest Param Vir Chakra awardees, who was martyred during the 1971 Indo-Pak war at just 21 years of age. The title directly reflects Khetarpal’s age at the time of his death.
The lead role is played by Agastya Nanda, marking a significant departure from conventional debut choices, as the film prioritizes realism over spectacle. Veteran actor Dharmendra also appears in a key role, adding generational weight to the narrative.