Bobby Deol, accompanied by his wife Tanya and son Aryaman, attended a private screening of Ikkis, Dharmendra’s posthumous film directed by Sriram Raghavan. The upcoming biographical war drama is being viewed as an emotionally significant release, as it marks Dharmendra’s final on-screen appearance. Ahead of the film’s theatrical release scheduled for January 1, 2026, Bobby chose to watch the film with his family in an intimate setting. Visuals from the screening soon surfaced online, showing a visibly emotional Bobby Deol as he stepped out of the venue after witnessing his father’s last cinematic performance during a deeply personal family moment.
Bobby Deol Attends Intimate Screening with Family
Multiple paparazzi videos circulating on social media capture Bobby Deol arriving for the special screening and later departing with his wife Tanya Deol and son Aryaman Deol. In one widely shared clip posted by paparazzo Sneh Zala, Bobby is seen stepping out of his car, folding his hands to acknowledge the photographers, and then quietly getting back inside.
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Tanya Deol and Aryaman were seen seated in the backseat, while Bobby occupied the front. The actor looked visibly overwhelmed as the car drove away. For the screening, Bobby kept his appearance casual, opting for a white sweatshirt teamed with denim jeans. The quiet moment struck an emotional chord with fans, many of whom acknowledged the deep emotional significance attached to the occasion.
Dharmendra’s Last Moments on the Sets of Ikkis
Dharmendra, lovingly hailed as Bollywood’s “He-Man,” passed away on November 24 at the age of 89, only days short of his 90th birthday. Recently, Bobby Deol, Sunny Deol and Esha Deol shared a behind-the-scenes video from the sets of Ikkis, captured on the day Dharmendra wrapped up filming his scenes.
In the video, the legendary actor can be heard saying, “I am extremely happy to be with Maddock Films. The team, the captain Sriram ji. This film is done in a very nice way. I think India and Pakistan, both should see the picture. I am a bit happily sad today as it is the last day of shooting. I love you all. Kuch kahi koi galti ho gayi ho uske liye kshama karna (If I have made any mistake, please forgive me).”
Sunny Deol also honored his father with a touching message, writing, “A smile that lit up the darkness. Generosity without limits. Love for my papa is deeply rooted in our hearts. He has blessed us with his final film, Ikkis. Let’s celebrate him in movie halls this New Year.”
All About Sriram Raghavan’s Ikkis
Directed by Sriram Raghavan, Ikkis is a biographical war drama based on the life of Second Lieutenant Arun Khetarpal, a Param Vir Chakra recipient who sacrificed his life during the Battle of Basantar in the 1971 India-Pakistan War. The film’s title, Ikkis, signifies Khetarpal’s age at the time of his heroic martyrdom.
Agastya Nanda portrays Arun Khetarpal, with Simar Bhatia playing Kiran. Dharmendra features in a key role as Brigadier ML Khetarpal (Retd.), the father of the hero. The film also stars an ensemble cast including Jaideep Ahlawat, Shree Bishnoi, Suhasini Mulay, Sikander Kher, Rahul Dev, Vivaan Shah, and others. Ikkis is slated for a theatrical release on January 1, 2026.