- Thursday, March 06, 2025
Directed by Abhishek Anil Kapur and Sandeep Kewlani, “Sky Force” is produced by Jio Studios and Maddock Films and is set in 1965 India-Pakistan War
By: India Weekly
WAR movie “Sky Force“, featuring Akshay Kumar and newcomer Veer Pahariya, has crossed ₹1 billion milestone at the box office, the makers said on Saturday (01).
Directed by Abhishek Anil Kapur and Sandeep Kewlani, “Sky Force” is produced by Jio Studios and Maddock Films.
The film, which released in theatres on January 24, on Friday earned ₹46 million which took its net box office collection (NBOC) to ₹1.04 billion.
“From the skies to the ₹100 Cr club! The true story of courage and sacrifice is now the first blockbuster of 2025! We’re honored by the love and support of our incredible audience, who’ve made ‘Sky Force’ a soaring success,” posted Maddock Films on X.
Billed as the untold story of India’s first and deadliest airstrike ever, “Sky Force” also features Sara Ali Khan and Nimrat Kaur in pivotal roles.
The film revolves around IAF officer T Vijaya (Veer) who goes missing in action during the 1965 India-Pakistan War.
Akshay plays his fellow IAF officer KO Ahuja who embarks on a mission to find Vijaya.
Controversy
Meanwhile, the Kodava community in Karnataka, is angry over the portrayal of Squadron Leader Ajjamada Boppayya Devayya in the movie.
Many have taken to social media to voice their disapproval over the portrayal of Squadron Leader Devayya as a Tamilian in the film.
They said he was an officer from the Kodava community, who reside mainly in the Kodagu district of Karnataka.
Actor Gulshan Devaiah, who belongs to the Kodava community, has also called out the movie’s wrongful portrayal on social media. (Agencies)
