Rishika Baranwal | May 07, 2025, 11:29 AM IST
1.Uri: The Surgical Strike
Starring Vicky Kaushal, this blockbuster is based on the Indian Army’s 2016 surgical strike in response to the Uri terror attack. Known for the iconic line 'How's the Josh?', it won 4 National Awards.
2.Avrodh: The Siege Within
This SonyLIV web series is inspired by the chapter from the book India's Most Fearless. It offers a detailed account of the planning and execution behind the 2016 surgical strikes across the LoC.
3.Gunjan Saxena: The Kargil Girl
This film tells the inspiring story of Flight Lieutenant Gunjan Saxena, one of India’s first female air force pilots who flew in combat zones during the Kargil War. Janhvi Kapoor plays the lead.
4.Rakshak: India’s Braves Chapter 2
A patriotic docu-drama that brings to light real-life stories of Indian soldiers. It showcases missions of bravery, including air operations, in a tribute to unsung heroes.
5.Ranneeti: Balakot & Beyond
Streaming on JioCinema, this web series explores the political and military aftermath of the Pulwama attack and India’s Balakot airstrike. Stars Lara Dutta, Jimmy Shergill, and Ashish Vidyarthi.
6.Fighter
India’s first aerial action franchise, starring Hrithik Roshan and Deepika Padukone. Set against the backdrop of a fictionalised Balakot-style strike, the film celebrates the Indian Air Force’s valor.
7.Operation Valentine
Starring Varun Tej and Manushi Chhillar, this Telugu-Hindi bilingual is inspired by the Pulwama terror attack and the subsequent Indian air retaliation. It showcases IAF pilots in action.
8.Sky Force
Featuring Akshay Kumar, this film is based on India’s first airstrike during the 1965 India-Pakistan war. It highlights the courage of IAF pilots and marks a lesser-known military triumph.