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Defence Minister Rajnath Singh Commends ‘Sky Force’ for Its Tribute to Indian Air Force’s Valor
Recently, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh attended a special screening of the film *Sky Force*, highlighting the bravery and sacrifice of the Indian Air Force during the 1965 War. The movie, featuring prominent actors Akshay Kumar and Veer Pahariya, has garnered attention for its dramatization of an important part of military history.
After viewing the film, Singh took to X (formerly known as Twitter) to commend the film’s creators, expressing his appreciation for their portrayal of the armed forces. Akshay Kumar responded with gratitude, emphasizing the significance of receiving recognition from the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) and other military leaders.
Singh remarked, “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.” The screening included notable personalities such as Akshay Kumar, Veer Pahariya, Amar Kaushik, and Dinesh Vijan, all of whom posed for photographs alongside Singh and the military leaders.
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
In a response, Akshay expressed, “Thank you, Sir. An absolute honour for me and the team of Sky Force 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 Sky Force 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
In addition to the special screening attended by military officials, Akshay Kumar and Veer Pahariya hosted an event for NCC cadets in Delhi, where they showcased the film’s narrative to young attendees. This event was supported by the film’s producers, Dinesh Vijan and Amar Kaushik, and featured the presence of Lieutenant General Gurbirpal Singh and the Disha Cell of the Indian Air Force.
The NCC cadets, embodying the spirit of youth and patriotism, brought a lively atmosphere to the screening. Their engagement and emotional responses indicated a strong connection to the film’s themes of valor and dedication.
*Sky Force* brings to light a pivotal chapter in Indian military history, focusing on the country’s first major airstrike, filled with narratives of courage, tactical excellence, and profound sacrifice.
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