Sky Force (2025)
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Sky Force (2025) – Indian Sky Force Returns On A Historic Mission
Overview
Genre: Action – Historical – War
Director: Abhishek Anil Kapur & Sandeep Kewlani
Starring:
Akshay Kumar as Wing Commander K. O. Ahuja (inspired by Group Captain Om Prakash Taneja)
Veer Pahariya as T.K. Vijaya “Tabby”
Sara Ali Khan, Nimrat Kaur and a talented supporting cast
Producer: Maddock Films & Jio Studios
Release date: 24 January 2025 (coinciding with India’s Republic Day)
Runtime: ~125 minutes
Setting and content
The film revolves around the historic retaliatory attack by the Indian Air Force on Pakistan’s Sargodha airbase during the 1965 Indo-Pak war. Directors Abhishek Kapur and Sandeep Kewlani have conveyed a tragic mission with an epic and emotional perspective.
The story begins when Wing Commander Ahuja (Akshay Kumar) captures a Pakistani pilot and discovers clues about the past. Flashing back to 1965, we witness the sacrifice and loyalty of Squadron Leader T. K. Vijaya – who is haunted by the memories and tragedies of war. That journey eventually leads to a decades-long quest for truth.
Visuals – Sound & Effects
With its epic non-combat setting, Sky Force stands out thanks to:
Stunning aerial combat scenes with high-quality CGI
Cinematic camera angles, vibrant music, creating a sense of suspense and tragedy
Akshay Kumar is praised for his powerful, simple but emotional acting
However, some opinions say that the film’s pacing is sometimes not smooth and the emotional plot is spread out
Official Trailer
The trailer opens with a symbolic image: “Some missions end. Others last a lifetime.” – revealing the daring airstrike with the image of Akshay Kumar looking majestic in military uniform, promising a fierce and touching journey.
Reviews and Box Office
IMDb Rating: 6.9/10 based on over 12,000 reviews
Rotten Tomatoes, Filmibeat reflect mixed reviews from viewers — from praise for the action to the characters’ inner turmoil
Moneycontrol Rating: 4/5 stars for the visual effects, acting and touching patriotic message
Box Office: Despite its strong box office performance, Sky Force has been surpassed by blockbusters like Housefull 5 and Mahavatar Narasimha on the list of highest-grossing films of 2025
Conclusion
Sky Force (2025) is an epic cinematic journey that combines courage, war history and solidarity. With an impressive performance by Akshay Kumar, top-notch action effects and dramatic scenes, the film is a must-see for those who love war movies with a touch of romance and emotion.