Dharmendra remained active in films until his final days. His last movie, Sriram Raghavan’s Ikkis, will release later this year. Here’s everything to know about the veteran actor’s final role and posthumous appearance.
Veteran Bollywood actor Dharmendra breathed his last on Monday, November 24, 2025, in Mumbai. The 89-year-old legend starred in numerous critically acclaimed films throughout his illustrious career. Actors and celebrities across the film fraternity have been mourning his loss, sharing emotional tributes and cherished memories on social media.
Notably, despite his age, Dharmendra remained active in the industry and continued to be part of several film projects. Read on to know more about the last movie he worked on.
Dharmendra’s last movie
For the unversed, the project on which Dharmendra worked was Ikkis. The war drama film, directed by Sriram Raghavan, features Jaideep Ahlawat, Agastya Nanda, and others in the lead roles. The Bollywood film will hit the big screens on December 25, 2025, coinciding with Christmas.
The makers of the film dropped its official trailer on October 29, 2025. YouTube’s logline reads, “Woh Ikkis Ka Tha, Ikkis Ka Hi Rahega! Dinesh Vijan and Maddock Films present #Ikkis, a true untold story of India’s youngest Param Vir Chakra awardee – Second Lieutenant Arun Khetarpal, directed by Sriram Raghavan (sic).”
Earlier on Monday, the first look of Dharmendra’s character from his upcoming film, Ikkis, was unveiled by the makers on social media. While sharing the first-look poster, the makers wrote, “Fathers raise sons. Legends raise nations. Dharmendra ji, an emotional powerhouse as the father of a 21-year-old immortal soldier. One timeless legend brings us the story of another (sic).”
Dharmendra’s work front
Dharmendra will be seen posthumously in the war drama film Ikkis. Before this, the Sholay actor appeared in the romantic drama film Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya, where he played the role of Dadu (as Dharmendra Singh Deol). The movie was directed by Amit Joshi and Aradhana Sah. It features Shahid Kapoor, Kriti Sanon, Dimple Kapadia and others in the key roles.
In his acting career, Dharmendra worked in a variety of films ranging from different genres. His famous films include Sholay, Chupke Chupke, Bandini, Seeta Aur Geeta, Phool Aur Patthar and others.
