Sky Force is a 2025 Indian Hindi language action drama that delves into India’s inaugural airstrike during the 1965 Indo-Pakistani war, specifically targeting Pakistan’s Sargodha airbase. Directed by Sandeep Kewlani and Abhishek Anil Kapur, the film features Akshay Kumar as Wing Commander K.O. Ahuja, Veer Pahariya as Squadron Leader T. Krishnan Vijaya, Sara Ali Khan as Geetavijaya, and Nimrat Kaur in pivotal roles.
The narrative centers on Wing Commander Ahuja’s relentless quest to uncover the fate of his comrade, Squadron Leader Vijaya, who goes missing following the airstrike on the Sargodha airbase. This mission of discovery unfolds against the backdrop of intense aerial combat and personal sacrifice.
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The film’s soundtrack, composed by Tanishk Bagchi with a background score by Justin Varghese, includes notable tracks such as “Maaye,” “Kya Meri Yaad Aati Hai,” “Aankhon Mein Base Ho Tum,” “Maine Dil Se Poochha,” “Rang,” and “Tu Hain Toh Main Hoon.” Additionally, it features a rendition of the 1963 Lata Mangeshkar classic “Ae Mere Watan Ke Logon,” serving as a tribute to India’s soldiers.
Overview
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Directed by | Sandeep Kewlani, Abhishek Anil Kapur |
| Written by | Sandeep Kewlani, Aamil Keeyan Khan, Carl Austin, Niren Bhatt |
| Produced by | Jyoti Deshpande, Amar Kaushik, Bhaumik Gondaliya, Dinesh Vijan |
| Starring | Akshay Kumar, Veer Pahariya, Sara Ali Khan, Nimrat Kaur |
| Cinematography | Santhana Krishnan Ravichandran |
| Edited by | A. Sreekar Prasad |
| Music by | Songs: Tanishk Bagchi Score: Justin Varghese |
| Production Companies | Jio Studios, Maddock Films, Leo Films UK Production |
| Distributed by | PVR Inox Pictures |
| Release date | 24 January 2025 |
| Running time | 125 minutes |
| Country | India |
| Language | Hindi |
| Budget | ₹160 crore |
| Box office | ₹144–168.60 crore |
Story/ Summary
The story follows Wing Commander K.O. Ahuja (Akshay Kumar), a seasoned and fearless pilot leading a squadron of elite IAF pilots. Among them is the young and ambitious Squadron Leader T. Krishnan Vijaya (Veer Pahariya), whose unwavering dedication to his country and aviation skills make him a rising star in the force.
As tensions between India and Pakistan escalate, intelligence reports confirm that Pakistan’s Sargodha airbase is a critical stronghold, housing a fleet of advanced fighter jets capable of launching devastating attacks on India. The IAF is tasked with an impossible mission to destroy Sargodha and cripple Pakistan’s aerial dominance.
During the perilous mission, Ahuja and his team successfully carry out a bold airstrike, dodging enemy fire and executing precise attacks on key installations. However, the operation comes at a cost Squadron Leader Vijaya’s plane is shot down behind enemy lines, leaving his fate unknown.
Cast
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
| Akshay Kumar | Wing Commander K.O. Ahuja |
| Veer Pahariya | Squadron Leader T. Krishnan Vijaya |
| Sara Ali Khan | Geetavijaya (Vijaya’s love interest) |
| Nimrat Kaur | Senior IAF Officer |
| Rajendra Gupta | Air Chief Marshal |
| Pavan Malhotra | Defense Minister |
| Abhishek Banerjee | IAF Engineer |
| Dibyendu Bhattacharya | Pakistani Intelligence Officer |
| Shishir Sharma | Indian Army General |
Reviews
Box Office Performance:
Despite the positive reviews, “Sky Force” experienced modest box office returns, concluding its run with a worldwide gross estimated between ₹144 and ₹168.60 crore.
For those interested in watching, “Sky Force” became available for streaming on Amazon Prime Video starting March 21, 2025.
