Daijiworld Media Network - Mumbai

Mumbai, Dec 4: Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar’s niece, Simar Bhatia, is all set to make her debut in the film industry with the upcoming Agastya Nanda-starrer, Ikkis. On Wednesday, the makers released the first romantic track from the film, Sitaare, sung by Arijit Singh, featuring Agastya and Simar. Alongside the song, Simar’s first-look poster was also unveiled, giving fans a glimpse of the actress in her debut role.

Simar, daughter of Alka Bhatia – Akshay Kumar’s sister – has been welcomed into the film industry with pride by her uncle. Akshay took to social media to express his joy and excitement, sharing heartfelt words about her journey from childhood to stepping into cinema.

He wrote, “Holding you as a tiny baby to now watching you step into the world of films… life really has come full circle. Simar, I’ve seen you turn from a shy little girl who would hide behind her mom into this confident young woman ready to face the camera like she was born for it.”

Akshay added, “Safar mushkil hai, but knowing you, you’ll walk into it with that same spark, that same honesty, and that same stubborn determination that runs in our family. Hum Bhatias ka funda simple hai: kaam karo, dil se karo, aur phir universe ka magic dekho.”

He concluded his post, “I’m so proud of you, beta… The world is about to meet Simar Bhatia … but to me, you’ve always been a star. Go shine! Jai Mahadev.”

Simar plays the female lead opposite Agastya in Ikkis, a war drama based on the life of Param Vir Chakra recipient Arun Khetarpal. The film is directed by Sriram Raghavan and is slated for theatrical release on December 25.