Ikka: A Decent Legal Thriller with Strong Performances is now streaming on Netflix from July 10, 2026. This direct-to-OTT release features big names like Sunny Deol and Akshaye Khanna. Directed by Siddharth P Malhotra, the film follows Arjun Mehra, a top defense lawyer nicknamed ‘Ikka,’ who takes on a high-profile attempt-to-murder case involving a young woman. The cast also includes Dia Mirza, Tillotama Shome, and others, with music by Mithun and Julius Packiam.
The story centers on Shauryaman Gaur, a businessman’s son, who faces an attempt-to-murder charge. Arjun initially refuses the case due to past issues with Shaurya, but circumstances force him to reconsider. Opposite him in court is Madhura Banerjee, a struggling lawyer played by Tillotama Shome. The film wastes no time, diving into the investigation with decent twists and sharp verbal duels between lawyers. Strong performances from Sunny Deol, Akshaye Khanna, and Tillotama Shome stand out, especially in the climax which reveals smart outcomes.
However, Ikka has its flaws. The storyline feels predictable for Telugu cinema fans, resembling Nagarjuna’s character in Kubera. A sensitive plot twist about Sunny’s daughter’s birth feels poorly handled. The middle sections drag, and the film misses intense legal arguments with specific law sections, which could have added authenticity. The editing lacks sharpness, though the background score and cinematography work well.
In technical aspects, production values are good, and director Siddharth P Malhotra extracts quality performances. But the film doesn’t rise above the basics, making it underwhelming overall. With a 2.75/5 rating from 123telugu.com, Ikka offers some moments but struggles with predictability and pacing issues. It is worth a watch for fans of the genre, but not a must-see.