2025 is shaping up to be a year of new talent in Bollywood, with Simar Bhatia, the niece of superstar Akshay Kumar, making her highly anticipated debut in the war drama Ikkis.
On Monday, Akshay Kumar shared his excitement and pride in a heartfelt Instagram post, celebrating Simar’s entry into the Indian film industry.
“I remember the first time I saw my photo on the cover of the newspaper. I thought that’s the ultimate happiness. But today I know the happiness of seeing your child’s photo here beats everything. I wish my mom was here today and she would have said, ‘Simar puttar Tu tah Kamaal hai.’ Bless you, my baby, the sky is yours,” Akshay wrote.
He accompanied the post with a newspaper clipping featuring an article about Simar’s Bollywood debut.
Bollywood’s Warm Welcome
Actors Huma Qureshi and Rakul Preet Singh were quick to express their support for Simar in the comments. While Rakul dropped heart emojis, Huma affectionately wrote, “Sim Sim.”
About Ikkis
Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Sriram Raghavan, Ikkis is based on the inspiring life of Second Lieutenant Arun Khetarpal, who was posthumously awarded the Param Vir Chakra for his bravery during the Indo-Pakistani War of 1971.
The film also stars Agastya Nanda, the grandson of Bollywood legend Amitabh Bachchan, alongside Simar Bhatia. Touted as a gripping war drama, Ikkis promises to bring an emotional and patriotic narrative to the big screen.
A Promising Start
Simar Bhatia’s Bollywood debut has already generated significant buzz, with fans and industry insiders eagerly awaiting her performance. With Akshay Kumar’s heartfelt endorsement and a powerful script in Ikkis, Simar is poised to make a memorable start to her acting career.
The film is set to pay tribute to Arun Khetarpal’s heroic legacy and is expected to be a highlight of 2025.
