Ikkis Wins Heart of Param Vir Chakra Hero's Brother
Mukesh Khetarpal, brother of PVC recipient Arun Khetarpal, was overwhelmed after watching 'Ikkis'. He praised Agastya Nanda's performance and the film's emotional accuracy. Read the full story.
Mukesh Khetarpal, brother of PVC recipient Arun Khetarpal, was overwhelmed after watching 'Ikkis'. He praised Agastya Nanda's performance and the film's emotional accuracy. Read the full story.
Mukesh Khetarpal, brother of PVC awardee Arun Khetarpal, was overwhelmed after watching Ikkis. He told Agastya Nanda, 'You will be Arun for life.' Read the emotional story.
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