An Untold Story of a Brave Pilot
Striking the right balance between patriotism and chest-thumping nationalism is a delicate task and the makers of Sky Force have navigated it well. The film captures the fervour of nationalism without resorting to jingoism. The film’s beauty lues in the human portrayal of all soldiers, regardless of which side of the border they are on. Pakistani pilot Amjad Hussain (Sharad Kelkar) plays an important role in helping India uncover the truth about Vijaya’s disappearance, showing that there can be dignity and respect even in rivalry. Indians and Pakistanis don’t have to be at each other’s throats all the time and Sky Force reminds us that.
Who doesn’t enjoy seeing Mr Khiladi in action?
Yes, this is not the first time we are seeing Akshay Kumar in a patriotic film standing up for his nation but every time he is on screen, you are glued to the screen. He delivers a powerful performance. He will go to any lengths to protect his team and some of the moments are whistle-worthy.
Aerial combat
It might not be on par with action and combat scenes shown in Hollywood but the aerial combat scenes in Sky Force are thrilling. You feel the anxiety of the pilots and their victory as well. The scenes keep viewers on the edge of their seats.
The list would be incomplete without a mention of Veer Pahariya who makes his debut with this film. Sky Force revolves around his character T Vijaya and his internal and external struggles. Any flaw in his portrayal could have broken the connect with the audience, but he successfully captures the audience’s attention and makes them feel empathy for him. Additionally, his scenes with Sara Ali Khan who plays his wife, too strike a chord.