India, Jan. 10 -- Before the passing of the legendary Dharmendra last year, actor Jaideep Ahlawat had the unique opportunity to share the screen with him in Ikkis, which turned out to be Dharmendra's final film appearance. The experience of working alongside such an icon remains deeply special for Jaideep, and in a recent interview, he opened up about what it was like to collaborate with the veteran actor.

In a heartfelt conversation with TOI, Jaideep shared his sentiments following Dharmendra's passing: "The whole country, all cinema lovers, felt a void. I definitely felt that absence while promoting Ikkis. I wish he had been there with us, to watch the film and witness his own work. He should have been part of those moments. But, well,...