A brand-new behind-the-scenes video from Ikkis has just dropped, offering fans an exciting glimpse into how director Sriram Raghavan is bringing his unique cinematic vision to the war film genre. The video showcases the massive scale of the production and the deep respect the cast holds for their director.
The featurette beautifully contrasts the chaos of a war movie set with tanks, large-scale explosions, and desert landscapes against the calm and focused demeanor of Sriram Raghavan as he directs his actors. The acclaimed filmmaker, known for his work on films like Andhadhun and Badlapur, is seen giving instructions, miming gun movements, and discussing scenes in detail with the cast.
Agastya Nanda On Working With Sriram Raghavan
Lead actor Agastya Nanda, who plays Second Lieutenant Arun Khetarpal in this war biopic, cannot contain his excitement about the director’s approach to filmmaking. In the video, he shares his thoughts on what makes Raghavan special.
Agastya says in the video, “Sriram sir is one of our most cinematic filmmakers, and I can’t wait to see what he does with the grammar of the war film and the action film.” The young actor’s enthusiasm is clear as he talks about the learning experience. He adds, “The things I’ve learned from Sriram sir, so I’m very grateful.”
The behind-the-scenes footage shows a particularly striking moment where Raghavan demonstrates a pistol firing stance on set, which is then matched with Agastya performing the same action in the actual scene. This hands-on approach highlights the director’s attention to detail and his collaborative style with actors.
Dharmendra Praises The Director’s Vision
Legendary veteran actor Dharmendra also appears in the video, speaking affectionately about the director. Sitting on set, he shares his admiration by saying, “Sriram ji, The Captain selects the best story.” The respect in his voice is unmistakable.
The video also captures a beautiful candid moment of Raghavan laughing on set with Dharmendra, showing the warm atmosphere the director creates despite the intense nature of the war film shoot. Sriram Raghavan himself appears in the footage, stating, “means contribute to the cause, and I wish them blockbuster success.”
The Scale And Intensity Of Production
The behind-the-scenes video gives audiences a taste of just how massive the production is. A dramatic shot shows a camera crane swooping down over a tank in a dusty field, highlighting the technical complexity of the shoot. The climax of the video features a high-impact shot of a tank firing directly at the camera with a massive explosion, promising audiences an intense theatrical experience.
The video makes it clear that this is not just another war film. This is a Sriram Raghavan war film, which means audiences can expect the director’s signature style applied to the war genre in ways never seen before.
About Ikkis
Ikkis is an upcoming war biopic directed by Sriram Raghavan. The film stars Agastya Nanda in the lead role as Second Lieutenant Arun Khetarpal, with veteran actor Dharmendra in a key role. The film showcases large-scale action sequences shot with tanks, explosions, and desert landscapes. Ikkis is set to release in cinemas on December 25, 2025, making it a major holiday release. More official announcements about the complete cast and production details are awaited.
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