The much-anticipated big-screen debut of Agastya Nanda in Sriram Raghavan's war drama 'Ikkis' has failed to set the box office on fire. The film, which also marks the final screen appearance of legendary actor Dharmendra, opened to a mixed response from audiences and has seen a steady decline in collections since its release on January 1, 2026.
Ikkis Box Office Performance: A Day-Wise Breakdown
Despite considerable pre-release buzz, 'Ikkis' witnessed a downward trend in ticket sales starting from its second day. The film managed a decent opening of Rs 7 crore on its first day (1st Thursday) but saw a significant drop thereafter. According to industry tracker Sacnilk, the film collected Rs 1.35 crore on its eighth day (second Thursday). This brings the total domestic box office collection of the film to Rs 25.60 crore after eight days.
Here is a detailed look at the day-wise box office 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
- Day 8 (2nd Thursday): Rs 1.35 crore
- Total Collection: Rs 25.60 crore
How Does 'Ikkis' Compare to Other Releases?
The film's box office trajectory is drawing comparisons with other recent releases. 'Ikkis' is performing similarly to the Kartik Aaryan and Ananya Panday-starrer romantic comedy 'Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri'. The latter film earned Rs 0.19 crore on its 15th day (third Thursday), taking its total to Rs 32.94 crore.
In stark contrast, a blockbuster like 'Dhurandhar' continues its dream run. On its 35th day, it added Rs 4.25 crore, pushing its total India collection to a staggering Rs 790.25 crore. The film has also become the highest-grossing Hindi film ever globally for a single-language release.
The Story and Star Cast Behind 'Ikkis'
Directed by the acclaimed Sriram Raghavan, 'Ikkis' is a biopic based on the life of Second Lieutenant Arun Khetarpal, a Paramvir Chakra awardee and martyr of the 1971 India-Pakistan War. The film features Agastya Nanda in the lead role, supported by a strong ensemble cast including Jaideep Ahlawat, Sikander Kher, Simar Bhatia, and Vivaan Shah.
The project carried immense sentimental value as it features the final performance of veteran superstar Dharmendra. However, the combination of a promising debutant, a celebrated director, and a powerful real-life story has, so far, not translated into the expected commercial success. The film's lukewarm performance indicates that it has struggled to connect with a wider audience beyond its initial curiosity factor.
