Sky Force is an action drama film based on India’s attack on the Sargodha airbase of Pakistan in the Indo-Pakistani air war of 1965, which marked India’s first airstrike. It is directed by Abhishek Anil Kapur and Sandeep Kewlani, and produced by Dinesh Vijan and Amar Kaushik under Maddock Films, and Jyoti Deshpande under Jio Studios.
Sky Force was theatrically released on 24 January 2025, coinciding with Republic Day weekend.
Star Cast:
Akshay Kumar as Wing Commander Kumar Om Ahuja
Veer Pahariya as Tabby / Squadron Leader T. Krishna
Sara Ali Khan as Geeta Vijaya
Nimrat Kaur as Preeti Ahuja, Kumar’s wife
Maahir Raghuvanshi as Young T. Vijaya
Sharad Kelkar as Ahmed Hussain
Manish Choudhary as Group Captain David Lawrence
Mohit Chauhan as Air Chief Marshal Arjun Sinha
Varun Badola as Air Vice-Marshal Amit Narang
Soham Majmudar as Cockroach / Debashish Chatterjee
Abhinav Bhattacharjee as Amod Pandit
Ritik Ghanshani as Panther / Prakash Rajput
Lakshay Kheterpal as Faisal Ali
Anupam Joardar as Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan, President of India
Jaywant Wadkar as Yashwantrao Chavan, Minister of Defence
Bryan Lawrence as George Red
Tim Hudson as John Peterson
Fayaz Khan as Tiger Squadron Pilot “Duck”
Karan Chaudhary as Tiger Squadron Pilot “Goat”
Ramakrishna Dixit as Tiger Squadron Pilot “Rhino”
Ankit Kaushik as Tiger Squadron Pilot “Owl”
Sagar Rana as Tiger Squadron Pilot “Scorpio”
Vishal Jinwal as Tiger Squadron Pilot “Shark”
Lakshay Chawla as Tiger Squadron Pilot “Spider”
Abhishek Mahendra as Tiger Squadron Pilot “Fox”
MOVIE REVIEW: Sky Force lands as a respectable Republic Day entertainer, with its ambitious attempt to blend patriotism, history, and drama. Directed by debutants Sandeep Kewlani and Abhishek Anil Kapur, the film draws inspiration from significant events in military history, fictionalizing them to deliver an impactful cinematic experience. The narrative revolves around the Indian Air Force, spotlighting themes of courage, sacrifice, and patriotism. The research into military aircraft dynamics is evident and enhances the film’s credibility.
For their debut outing, Sandeep Kewlani and Abhishek Anil Kapur deserve praise for choosing an unexplored chapter of military history and presenting it with sincerity. The story has its heart in the right place. While the movie soars high in its second half, a somewhat uneven first half and occasional emotional disconnect hold it back from reaching its full potential. The second half compensates with a gripping investigation into Tabby’s disappearance and its compelling buildup. The finale serves as a heartfelt tribute to real-life officers, ending the film on a powerful, patriotic note.
Akshay Kumar delivers a commendable performance, shining in both emotional moments and action sequences. He anchors the film with his experience and intensity. Veer Pahariya, making his debut, emerges as the surprise package of the movie. He delivered impressive performance. On the downside, Sara Ali Khan is underutilized. Her character lacks depth, and her chemistry with Pahariya doesn’t quite spark. Nimrat Kaur provides a good supporting performance. With limited screentime, Manish Choudhary & Sharad Kelkar delivers a standout performance.
The cinematography is a visual treat, capturing air combat sequences with precision and grandeur. The aerial choreography is well-executed. The background score is effective in heightening tension, though Tanishk Bagchi’s music is a mixed bag. While the song “Maaye resonates emotionally, the rest of the soundtrack fails to leave a lasting impression.
For those looking for a Republic Day watch with a blend of war history, action, and heartfelt moments, Sky Force is a decent pick that ends on a high, uplifting note. The film pays a moving homage to the bravery and sacrifices of Indian Air Force officers.
Sky Force Movie Rating:
Direction 3.5/5
Acting 3.5/5
Action 4/5
Story 3.5/5
Screenplay 3/5
Overall Hit ya Flop Rating: 3.5 out of 5 Stars (Very Good)
Highly Recommended 
