Defence Minister Rajnath Singh praised Akshay Kumar’s film Sky Force, which depicts the Indian Air Force’s bravery during the 1965 War. Akshay expressed gratitude for the support from Singh and the service chiefs.
Akshay Kumar, Veer Pahariya with Rajnath Singh.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh recently watched Akshay Kumar-starrer Sky Force, starring Akshay Kumar and Veer Pahariya, and took to X (formerly Twitter) to praise the team and the makers for their commendable efforts. In response, Akshay Kumar expressed his gratitude by quoting the Defence Minister’s tweet, saying it was an absolute honour for him and the film’s team that the CDS and the three service chiefs took time out to watch the film. Photos from the special screening were also shared online, capturing the memorable occasion.
Rajnath Singh wrote, “Joined CDS and three service chiefs at the special screening of ‘Sky Force’. The film narrates the story of Indian Air Force’s bravery, courage and sacrifice during the 1965 War. I laud the makers of the film for their efforts.” In the photos, Akshay Kumar, Veer Pahariya, Amar Kaushik and Dinesh Vijan can be seen posing with Rajnath Singh and three service chiefs.
Joined CDS and three service chiefs at the special screening of ‘Sky Force’. The film narrates the story of Indian Air Force’s bravery, courage and sacrifice during the 1965 War. I laud the makers of the film for their efforts. pic.twitter.com/a6NBB7Qkto— Rajnath Singh (@rajnathsingh) January 21, 2025
Quoting the tweet, Akshay wrote, “Thank you, Sir. An absolute honour for me and the team of Skyforce that you, the CDS and the three service chiefs took out time to watch and bless our film. We’ve made it with a lot of gratitude and pride for the courage of our armed forces.”
Thank you, Sir. An absolute honour for me and the team of Skyforce that you, the CDS and the three service chiefs took out time to watch and bless our film. We’ve made it with a lot of gratitude and pride for the courage of our armed forces. 🙏 https://t.co/6o0CcDCu8H— Akshay Kumar (@akshaykumar) January 21, 2025
Sky Force actors Akshay Kumar and Veer Pahariya, who will be seen essaying the role of Air Force officers in the film, hosted a special screening for NCC cadets in Delhi yesterday. The event was also attended by film’s producers, Dinesh Vijan and Amar Kaushik. Special thanks to Lieutenant General Gurbirpal Singh and Disha Cell of the Indian Air Force.
The NCC, the youth wing of the Indian Armed Forces, brought infectious energy to the screening. The cadets were visibly captivated, reacting with awe and admiration to the film’s powerful and emotional moments.
The film sheds light on the untold story of India’s first and deadliest airstrike, showcasing a gripping tale of bravery, strategy, and sacrifice.
