India, Feb. 8 -- Actor Ekavali Khanna, who was part of the film Ikkis and played the role of Maryam Nisar, calls the movie an 'anti-war film.' "I see Ikkis as an evolved film. It is pro-humanity and, very clearly, an anti-war film," she states. "Yes, it is set against the backdrop of war, but at its heart it questions conflict rather than glorifies it. Stories like these are timeless."

Discussing the film's box office under-performance, Ekavali adds, "Whether a film is perceived as 'doing well' or being 'underplayed' is often subjective and tied to many external factors. International releases, including in neighbouring countries, can certainly add to a film's revenue and visibility, so from a purely business perspective, it does make a ...