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Who is Akshay Kumar's niece, Simar Bhatia? Here’s all you need to know about her Bollywood debut, public appearances, and more

Who is Akshay Kumar's niece, Simar Bhatia? Here’s all you need to know about her Bollywood debut, public appearances, and more

TOI Entertainment Desk / etimes.in / Apr 9, 2025, 18:59 IST

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Simar Bhatia, niece of Akshay Kumar, is poised to make her film debut in 'Ikkis,' where she stars opposite Agastya Nanda, grandson of Amitabh Bachchan. The film, directed by Sriram Raghavan, tells the real-life story of Second Lieutenant Arun Khetarpal. With a strong educational background and a passion for the creative arts, Simar has already begun to capture public attention.

Who is Akshay Kumar's niece, Simar Bhatia? Here’s all you need to know about her Bollywood debut, public appearances, and more

Simar Bhatia, this name has been gaining momentum in the media and film industry for a while. The general public is recognising her as Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar's niece, who is all set to foray into the space of films soon. Having credible exposure in education and an interest in stepping into the creative domain, Simar Bhatia makes for a promising talent to watch in the coming years.

Simar Bhatia’s Bollywood debut

Simar is gearing up for her Bollywood debut 'Ikkis', wherein she will be seen opposite Agastya Nanda, grandson of Amitabh Bachchan. Helmed by the acclaimed filmmaker Sriram Raghavan, Simar Bhatia, in her debut movie, has made an unconventional and bold choice by headlining a real-life story about Second Lieutenant Arun Khetarpal, the youngest recipient of the Param Vir Chakra.
In fact, Akshay Kumar has also expressed pride, support and excitement for Simar's entry in Bollywood. Earlier, he had penned a heartwarming message for Simar Bhatia by reminiscing about his initial days in films, and expressing confidence in Simar's capabilities.

Simar Bhatia’s public appearances

Ahead of her debut, Simar Bhatia has started making public appearances by gracing red-carpet events and media functions. Earlier, she had made a glamorous event appearance with Akshay Kumar and was all over the headlines for the right reasons.

Recently, she graced Maddock Films' 20th anniversary celebration and shared a frame with her co-star, Agastya Nanda. Her appearance with Agastya grabbed eyeballs, leaving netizens rooting for the fresh on-screen pair. Simar's poised presence at events has started to garner attention, signaling the formation of a loyal fanbase.
With her promising debut, strong familial support, and growing public presence, it seems Simar Bhatia is all set to make a significant impact in the Bollywood industry.

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