The much-anticipated war drama 'Ikkis', marking the big-screen debut of Agastya Nanda and directed by acclaimed filmmaker Sriram Raghavan, has failed to ignite the box office since its release. The film, which hit theaters on January 1, 2026, has shown a consistent decline in collections and has not yet managed to cross the crucial Rs 25 crore mark in its domestic nett earnings even after a full week in cinemas.
Ikkis Day-Wise Box Office Collection Breakdown
According to detailed box office reports from industry trackers like Sacnilk, the film opened with a modest collection. The expectations were high given the director's pedigree and the debut of a star kid, but the audience pull remained weak. Here is a detailed look at the first-week earnings:
- Day 1 [1st Thursday]: Rs 7 crore
- Day 2 [1st Friday]: Rs 3.5 crore
- Day 3 [1st Saturday]: Rs 4.65 crore
- Day 4 [1st Sunday]: Rs 5 crore
- Day 5 [1st Monday]: Rs 1.35 crore
- Day 6 [1st Tuesday]: Rs 1.6 crore
- Day 7 [1st Wednesday]: Rs 1.15 crore
The seventh-day collection of Rs 1.15 crore brought the total seven-day nett collection in India to Rs 24.25 crore. The sharp drop after the opening weekend, especially on Monday, indicates a lack of strong word-of-mouth support from the audience.
How Ikkis Compares to Other Releases
The film's performance looks even more underwhelming when compared to other contemporary releases. The Kartik Aaryan and Ananya Panday starrer romantic comedy 'Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri' outperformed 'Ikkis' in its first week, raking in Rs 28.85 crore. By its second Wednesday (January 7, 2026), that film's total had climbed to approximately Rs 32.8 crore.
The contrast is starker when compared to the blockbuster 'Dhurandhar', which is dominating the box office. On its 34th day (fifth Wednesday), 'Dhurandhar' earned an impressive Rs 4.25 crore, more than triple what 'Ikkis' earned on its first Wednesday. 'Dhurandhar' has collected over Rs 1200 crore globally, with its Indian total standing at a mammoth Rs 786 crore.
About the Film Ikkis and Its Cast
'Ikkis' is a war drama directed by Sriram Raghavan, known for his thrillers. The film features an ensemble cast including debutant Agastya Nanda, the legendary Dharmendra in what is reported to be his last screen appearance, alongside Jaideep Ahlawat, Sikander Kher, Simar Bhatia, and Vivaan Shah.
The movie is a patriotic tribute based on the real-life story of Second Lieutenant Arun Khetarpal, a brave officer who was posthumously awarded the Param Vir Chakra for his extraordinary courage and sacrifice during the 1971 India-Pakistan War. Despite the powerful subject and respected director, the film has not managed to translate its potential into box office success.
The current collections point towards a disappointing theatrical run for 'Ikkis'. The film's inability to sustain audience interest beyond the opening days highlights the challenging nature of the box office, where even promising projects with notable names can struggle without widespread audience approval.
