EXCLUSIVE: Aryan Pushkar Recalls Intense Transformation For Ikkis; Admits, “The Mental Transformation Was Just As Important As Physical”

Aryan Pushkar has made a confident and impressive debut with Ikkis, earning praise for his sincere performance and strong screen presence. Playing the role of 2nd Lt. Avtar Ahlawat, VC, the young actor managed to leave an impact, proving that he is a talent to watch out for. While his physical transformation was visible on screen, Aryan reveals that the real challenge lay beyond just appearance.

Aryan Pushkar On His Transformation For Ikkis

Talking about his preparation for Ikkis, Aryan shared that the journey involved a deep mental shift along with physical changes. “Yes, apart from the physical transformation, there was a significant mental transformation that I had to make,” he said. The actor had earlier spoken about his weight loss, but he explained that preparing his mindset was equally important for the role.

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Aryan added that he worked hard on building mental strength and discipline during the process. “I don’t want to get into the specifics, but I know how hard I’ve worked for this and how many years I’ve spent to get this opportunity,” he shared. As a newcomer, he was careful not to get carried away and focused on staying calm in every situation. “I wanted to become even more resilient mentally and model myself into not getting carried away,” he added.

The actor also credited his co-stars for their constant support. Aryan mentioned that Agastya Nanda played an important role in guiding him through the process. “Agastya is wise beyond his years and always suggested practising mental restraint, especially during good times, to stay grounded,” he said. He also spoke warmly about Vivaan, calling him a big-brother figure.

Expressing gratitude, Aryan thanked the team behind the film. “A big thank you to Dinesh Vijan sir, Binny sir, Poonam ma’am, and Maddock for believing in me,” he said. With Ikkis, Aryan Pushkar has taken a strong first step, showing dedication, humility, and a clear focus on growth as an actor.

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About Ikkis

Ikkis is based on the life of Second Lieutenant Arun Khetarpal, one of India’s most celebrated war heroes. The film tells the story of his exceptional courage during the 1971 Indo-Pakistan War. Arun Khetarpal was the youngest Indian Army officer to be awarded the Param Vir Chakra, India’s highest military honour, which he received posthumously. His bravery continues to be remembered and respected even today.

The film is produced by Dinesh Vijan under Maddock Films and is written by Sriram Raghavan along with Pooja Ladha Surti and Arijit Biswas. Apart from Agastya Nanda and Dharmendra, the film also features Jaideep Ahlawat, Rahul Dev, Sikandar Kher, Vivaan Shah, Deepak Dobriyal, and Simar Bhatia in key roles.

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Varsha Tiwari

Varsha Tiwari is a budding content writer passionate about Bollywood, pop culture, and the stories behind the spotlight. She enjoys breaking down trends, celebrity moments, and film narratives into engaging, reader-friendly content. Always curious and observant, she is currently pursuing a Master’s in Communication and Journalism. Outside of writing, she enjoys painting because storytelling doesn’t always need words to make an impact.