If you’ve been following Maddock Films lately, you know that Dinesh Vijan is currently the man with the Midas touch. Between the massive success of the “Stree” universe and his knack for picking unique scripts, everyone is watching his next move. Recently, Vijan opened up about a significant shift in his production timeline—specifically, why the highly anticipated war drama Ikkis has been pushed back in favor of his new project, Dhurandhar.
While fans were eager to see Agastya Nanda step into the boots of Second Lieutenant Arun Khetarpal, Vijan explained that a project like Ikkis isn’t something you can rush. It is a period war film that requires a massive scale, intense preparation, and a specific “vibe” that matches the gravity of a National Defence Academy (NDA) backdrop.
According to Vijan, the decision to delay Ikkis wasn’t about a lack of interest, but rather about resource management and creative timing. In the middle of the planning stages, the script and opportunity for Dhurandhar—another high-octane project—gained significant momentum.
Dhurandhar has quickly become a priority for the Maddock camp. Reports suggest a few key reasons for this pivot. The film features a heavy-hitting cast, including Ranveer Singh, which naturally speeds up production timelines due to actor availability.
While Ikkis requires technical rehearsals for war sequences, Dhurandhar was “camera-ready” much sooner. Vijan is a master at reading the room. He felt that the high-energy, commercial appeal of Dhurandhar was the right follow-up to his recent hits.
For those worried that Ikkis has been shelved—don’t be. Vijan has been clear that the film is a passion project. The delay actually gives the team more time to perfect the VFX and ensures that Agastya Nanda has ample time to undergo the rigorous physical training required to play a war hero convincingly.
Dinesh said, “You can’t make a film like Ikkis halfway. It demands your full attention. When we realized Dhurandhar was ready to roll, it made sense to pivot and give Ikkis the breathing room it needs.”
In the world of Bollywood filmmaking, “delayed” rarely means “cancelled.” It usually means the producer is waiting for the perfect window to give the story the canvas it deserves. For now, the spotlight shifts to the grit and glamour of Dhurandhar, while Ikkis remains in the wings, waiting for its moment. To know such latest updates, stay tuned to tellyboosters.com Thank you!
