<p>Janhvi Kapoor starrer 'Gunjan Saxena: The Kargil Girl' is making the headlines again.&nbsp;Now the Retired Wing Commander IK Khanna, who trained the Indian Air Force’s first batch of female pilots claimed that the movie is far away from the truth. <a href="http://13.235.153.162/entertainment/bollywood/news-Gunjan-Saxena-The-Kargil-Girl-review---Pankaj-Tripathi-Janhvi-Kapoors-film-soars-high-for-its-effective-messaging-319388">Read our review here</a><br />
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In a column for a news agency, the ex-officer said, ''I was one of the instructors back in July 1994 when the first batch of seven women pilots arrived at the Air Force Station at Yelahanka, Bengaluru, to commence training on IAF transport aircraft. There was excitement in the media, as there is now. But the station was preparing to receive the women in the same way as it would have received a batch of trainee men''.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;</strong><a href="http://13.235.153.162/entertainment/gunjan-saxena-controversy-ncw-head-asks-makers-to-discontinue-the-screening-of-film-320746" hreflang="en">Gunjan Saxena' controversy: NCW head asks makers to discontinue the screening of film</a><br />
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As shown in the movie, Gunjan deal with a lot of trouble in her initial days like there were no changing room for women officers. He said,&nbsp;''There were subtle changes made such as preparing a changing-cum-rest room. No one had to run to their room to change as shown in Gunjan Saxena. There was no doubt, however, that the women would be treated the same way at work professionally, as IAF trainee pilots, socially as a lady, and one amongst equals everywhere else. No quarters were given, none were expected'', he claims.<br />
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And by talking about his other trainees of the cadet, General said, ''Talk to any one of them, and they’ll tell you how far Gunjan Saxena is from the truth''. During the training of the first batch of women pilots at Yelahanka, not a day would pass when the media would not visit to interview the women and see them in action.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:</strong>&nbsp;<a href="http://13.235.153.162/entertainment/bollywood/news-Indian-Air-Force-writes-to-CBFC-objecting-to-some-scenes-in-Gunjan-Saxena-The-Kargil-Girl-320148" hreflang="en">Indian Air Force writes to CBFC objecting to some scenes in 'Gunjan Saxena: The Kargil Girl'</a><br />
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Earlier, many ex-officers slammed the movie and from one of them, Sandhya Suri, who was among the first women officers at air force, said the film has nothing to do with the real character of Gunjan. "It projects the armed forces in a bad light. It never happens the way it has been shown," the ex-officer told.</p>


Janhvi Kapoor starrer 'Gunjan Saxena: The Kargil Girl' is making the headlines again. Now the Retired Wing Commander IK Khanna, who trained the Indian Air Force’s first batch of female pilots claimed that the movie is far away from the truth.

Janhvi Kapoor starrer 'Gunjan Saxena: The Kargil Girl' is making the headlines again. Now the Retired Wing Commander IK Khanna, who trained the Indian Air Force’s first batch of female pilots claimed that the movie is far away from the truth. Read our review here In a column for a news agency, the ex-officer said, ''I was one of the instructors back in July 1994 when the first batch of seven women pilots arrived at the Air Force Station at Yelahanka, Bengaluru, to commence training on IAF transport aircraft. There was excitement in the media, as there is now. But the station was preparing to receive the women in the same way as it would have received a batch of trainee men''. Also read: Gunjan Saxena' controversy: NCW head asks makers to discontinue the screening of film As shown in the movie, Gunjan deal with a lot of trouble in her initial days like there were no changing room for women officers. He said, ''There were subtle changes made such as preparing a changing-cum-rest room. No one had to run to their room to change as shown in Gunjan Saxena. There was no doubt, however, that the women would be treated the same way at work professionally, as IAF trainee pilots, socially as a lady, and one amongst equals everywhere else. No quarters were given, none were expected'', he claims. And by talking about his other trainees of the cadet, General said, ''Talk to any one of them, and they’ll tell you how far Gunjan Saxena is from the truth''. During the training of the first batch of women pilots at Yelahanka, not a day would pass when the media would not visit to interview the women and see them in action. Also read: Indian Air Force writes to CBFC objecting to some scenes in 'Gunjan Saxena: The Kargil Girl' Earlier, many ex-officers slammed the movie and from one of them, Sandhya Suri, who was among the first women officers at air force, said the film has nothing to do with the real character of Gunjan. "It projects the armed forces in a bad light. It never happens the way it has been shown," the ex-officer told.

Gunjan Saxena: IAF officer who trained 1st batch of women IAF pilots says 'movie is far from truth'

<p>The trailer of 'Gunjan Saxena: The Kargil Girl' was unveiled on Saturday. The film, which is based on India's first female combat pilot Gunjan Saxena features Janhvi Kapoor in the lead role.<br />
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The film was scheduled to release earlier on April 24 in theatres but owing to the pandemic, it will now be releasing on August 12 as Netflix film. It has been produced by Karan Johar's Dharma Productions. It was being billed as one of the big releases of the production house.<br />
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Amid the nepotism debate that has been raging in Bollywood ever since Sushant Singh Rajput died, Karan Johar's name from the trailer as well as the poster seems to have been removed.<br />
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On Saturday as the trailer was dropped on social media, netizens pointed out that both Johar and Dharma Productions names were missing from the trailer.<br />
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The trailer in fact did not have director Sharan Sharma's name either. However, while sharing the film's trailer on social media, Janhvi tagged both Karan Johar as well as Sharan Sharma in the post.</p>

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The film also stars Vineet Kumar, Manav Vij, Angad Bedi, Pankaj Tripathi and Ayesha Raz in key roles.</p>

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The trailer of 'Gunjan Saxena: The Kargil Girl' was unveiled on Saturday. The film, which is based on India's first female combat pilot Gunjan Saxena features Janhvi Kapoor in the lead role.

The trailer of 'Gunjan Saxena: The Kargil Girl' was unveiled on Saturday. The film, which is based on India's first female combat pilot Gunjan Saxena features Janhvi Kapoor in the lead role. The film was scheduled to release earlier on April 24 in theatres but owing to the pandemic, it will now be releasing on August 12 as Netflix film. It has been produced by Karan Johar's Dharma Productions. It was being billed as one of the big releases of the production house. Amid the nepotism debate that has been raging in Bollywood ever since Sushant Singh Rajput died, Karan Johar's name from the trailer as well as the poster seems to have been removed. On Saturday as the trailer was dropped on social media, netizens pointed out that both Johar and Dharma Productions names were missing from the trailer. The trailer in fact did not have director Sharan Sharma's name either. However, while sharing the film's trailer on social media, Janhvi tagged both Karan Johar as well as Sharan Sharma in the post. Here's the trailer, have a look. The film also stars Vineet Kumar, Manav Vij, Angad Bedi, Pankaj Tripathi and Ayesha Raz in key roles.

Karan Johar's name goes missing from 'Gunjan Saxena' trailer amid nepotism controversy

<p>''Whether a woman or a man flies the plane, it doesn't matter. They are all called pilots''. 'Gunjan Saxena: The Kargil girl' trailer is finally out and introduces Janhvi Kapor in the titular role. The trailer shows her entire journey from a young girl who aspires to become a pilot to becoming the country's first female combat pilot in the Kargil War.</p>

<p>Sharan Sharma’s film stars Pankaj Tripathi as Gunjan's father, who letx her dream big and achieve sky-high goals, irrespective of what her mother, brother, and society think.</p>

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<p>Shah Rukh Khan and Akshay Kumar shared the trailer on social media.<br />
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Akshay Kumar shared the trailer of the movie and wrote,&nbsp; ''Harr sapne ki udaan aise hi ho! Make way for the truly inspiring story of #GunjanSaxena – The Kargil Girl and all my best wishes to the team. To the real hero, Gunjan Saxena – thank you for inspiring many to chase their dreams with the same courage and soar higher!''.</p>

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<p>Shah Rukh Khan also shared the trailer and wrote, ''A story of a hero like no other – Gunjan Saxena – India’s first woman Air Force Officer to go to war. Wishing love and luck to the team for this inspiring film. #GunjanSaxena''</p>

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<p>The trailer also gives a glimpse of actors Angad Bedi, Vineet Kumar, Manav Vij, and Ayesha Raza who are playing significant roles in the movie. The film chronicles the journey of the first Indian woman Air Force officer Gunjan Saxena to enter a war zone. Saxena, who is one of the first female pilots to fly in combat, played an important role in rescuing injured soldiers during the Kargil War in 1999 and was awarded the gallantry Shaurya Vir Award for displaying courage during the war.</p>

<p>The movie is been produced by Dharma Productions and Zee Studios and will release on Netflix on August 12.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:</strong>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/shakuntala-devi-review-vidya-balan-sanya-malhotras-film-is-a-refreshing-story-of-a-mother-and-daughter-317106" hreflang="en">'Shakuntala Devi' review: Vidya Balan, Sanya Malhotra's film is a refreshing story of a mother and daughter</a></p>

<p><strong>In pics:</strong>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/tanhaji-to-shakuntala-devi-list-of-bollywood-biopics-in-2020-317262" hreflang="en">'Tanhaji' to 'Shakuntala Devi': List of Bollywood biopics in 2020</a></p>


''Whether a woman or a man flies the plane, it doesn't matter. They are all called pilots''. 'Gunjan Saxena: The Kargil girl' trailer is finally out and introduces Janhvi Kapor in the titular role.

''Whether a woman or a man flies the plane, it doesn't matter. They are all called pilots''. 'Gunjan Saxena: The Kargil girl' trailer is finally out and introduces Janhvi Kapor in the titular role. The trailer shows her entire journey from a young girl who aspires to become a pilot to becoming the country's first female combat pilot in the Kargil War. Sharan Sharma’s film stars Pankaj Tripathi as Gunjan's father, who letx her dream big and achieve sky-high goals, irrespective of what her mother, brother, and society think. Shah Rukh Khan and Akshay Kumar shared the trailer on social media. Akshay Kumar shared the trailer of the movie and wrote, ''Harr sapne ki udaan aise hi ho! Make way for the truly inspiring story of #GunjanSaxena – The Kargil Girl and all my best wishes to the team. To the real hero, Gunjan Saxena – thank you for inspiring many to chase their dreams with the same courage and soar higher!''. Harr sapne ki udaan aise hi ho! Make way for the truly inspiring story of #GunjanSaxena - The Kargil Girl and all my best wishes to the team. To the real hero, Gunjan Saxena - thank you for inspiring many to chase their dreams with the same courage and soar higher! pic.twitter.com/uf5uqKc4WS — Akshay Kumar (@akshaykumar) August 1, 2020 × Shah Rukh Khan also shared the trailer and wrote, ''A story of a hero like no other – Gunjan Saxena – India’s first woman Air Force Officer to go to war. Wishing love and luck to the team for this inspiring film. #GunjanSaxena'' A story of a hero like no other - Gunjan Saxena - India’s first woman Air Force Officer to go to war. Wishing love and luck to the team for this inspiring film. #GunjanSaxena https://t.co/yHxEa4eBk6 — Shah Rukh Khan (@iamsrk) August 1, 2020 × The trailer also gives a glimpse of actors Angad Bedi, Vineet Kumar, Manav Vij, and Ayesha Raza who are playing significant roles in the movie. The film chronicles the journey of the first Indian woman Air Force officer Gunjan Saxena to enter a war zone. Saxena, who is one of the first female pilots to fly in combat, played an important role in rescuing injured soldiers during the Kargil War in 1999 and was awarded the gallantry Shaurya Vir Award for displaying courage during the war. The movie is been produced by Dharma Productions and Zee Studios and will release on Netflix on August 12. Also read: 'Shakuntala Devi' review: Vidya Balan, Sanya Malhotra's film is a refreshing story of a mother and daughter In pics: 'Tanhaji' to 'Shakuntala Devi': List of Bollywood biopics in 2020

Watch 'Gunjan Saxena' trailer: A girl who dreams big

<p>As Janhvi Kapoor gears up for the release of her upcoming film, ‘Gunjan Saxena’, a biopic on the former IAF pilot Gunjan Saxena, she was met with a sweet surprise.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Having seen the announcement video of the film, Gunjan Saxena wrote on Janhvi Kapoor’s social media post and wrote good things. She commented, “Very rarely have old memories flashed in front of me in such a sweet manner as was experienced after watching my montage with voice over of @janhvikapoor. I guess it is the time for culmination of an enriching journey which started with @sharansharma three years back.”</p>

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<p>She continued, “And what a journey it has been with Sharan. I have always admired his honesty, sincerity and a sensitive compassion while portraying my life on big screen. Everybody at my age has a story to tell. Lucky few like me have Sharan and Janhvi to narrate my story. None of life journeys are a walk in park and mine was no different. But at times a one track mind on goal does help. During my tenure in IAF, whatever little I could achieve was with the help of men and women in blue uniform. I sincerely hope everyone will enjoy the movie not because it is my story but more so because of the honest work of Sharan and his team.”</p>

<p>Janhvi responded to this sweet comment and replied, “It’s an honour to know you let alone have the privilege to be able to understand your journey and share it with the world. Hope we make you proud Gunjan Mam.”</p>

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<p style=" margin:8px 0 0 0; padding:0 4px;"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CBQNzj-AmCb/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading" style=" color:#000; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; line-height:17px; text-decoration:none; word-wrap:break-word;" target="_blank">It’s an honour to know you let alone have the privilege to be able to understand your journey and share it with the world ☺️❤️ Hope we make you proud Gunjan Mam</a></p>

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<p>Janhvi plays the role of Gunjan Saxena in the film.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The film is directed by Sharan Sharma and is produced by Karan Johar’s Dharma Productions. The film will be <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/janhvi-kapoors-gunjan-saxena-the-kargil-girl-to-release-directly-on-netflix-304493">released directly on Netflix.</a> The film also stars Pankaj Tripathi and Viineet Kumar.</p>


As Janhvi Kapoor gears up for the release of her upcoming film, ‘Gunjan Saxena’, a biopic on the former IAF pilot Gunjan Saxena, she was met with a sweet surprise.

As Janhvi Kapoor gears up for the release of her upcoming film, ‘Gunjan Saxena’, a biopic on the former IAF pilot Gunjan Saxena, she was met with a sweet surprise. Having seen the announcement video of the film, Gunjan Saxena wrote on Janhvi Kapoor’s social media post and wrote good things. She commented, “Very rarely have old memories flashed in front of me in such a sweet manner as was experienced after watching my montage with voice over of @janhvikapoor. I guess it is the time for culmination of an enriching journey which started with @sharansharma three years back.” View this post on Instagram #GunjanSaxena - #TheKargilGirl coming soon on Netflix. #GunjanSaxenaOnNetflix @dharmamovies @zeestudiosofficial @karanjohar @apoorva1972 @pankajtripathi @angadbedi @itsviineetkumar @manavvij @sharansharma @netflix_in @zeemusiccompany A post shared by Janhvi Kapoor (@janhvikapoor) on Jun 8, 2020 at 10:34pm PDT × She continued, “And what a journey it has been with Sharan. I have always admired his honesty, sincerity and a sensitive compassion while portraying my life on big screen. Everybody at my age has a story to tell. Lucky few like me have Sharan and Janhvi to narrate my story. None of life journeys are a walk in park and mine was no different. But at times a one track mind on goal does help. During my tenure in IAF, whatever little I could achieve was with the help of men and women in blue uniform. I sincerely hope everyone will enjoy the movie not because it is my story but more so because of the honest work of Sharan and his team.” Janhvi responded to this sweet comment and replied, “It’s an honour to know you let alone have the privilege to be able to understand your journey and share it with the world. Hope we make you proud Gunjan Mam.” View this post on Instagram It’s an honour to know you let alone have the privilege to be able to understand your journey and share it with the world ☺️❤️ Hope we make you proud Gunjan Mam A post shared by Janhvi Kapoor (@janhvikapoor) on Jun 10, 2020 at 4:45am PDT × Janhvi plays the role of Gunjan Saxena in the film. The film is directed by Sharan Sharma and is produced by Karan Johar’s Dharma Productions. The film will be released directly on Netflix. The film also stars Pankaj Tripathi and Viineet Kumar.

From the real Gunjan Saxena to reel: Janhvi Kapoor thanks former IAF pilot

<p>Karan Johar backed film '<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/first-look-out-janhvi-kapoor-plays-first-woman-indian-air-force-officer-to-go-to-war-246333">Gunjan Saxena-The Kargil Girl' i</a>s heading for direct digital release. The film featuring Janhvi Kapoor in the lead role will be soon available on Netflix, the film's producer announced on social media.<br />
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"Her inspirational journey made history. This is her story. Gunjan Saxena - #TheKargilGirl, coming soon on Netflix. #GunjanSaxenaOnNetflix"&nbsp; Johar tweeted and shared a one minute clip along with the post. The clip chronicles the life of Saxena and has Janhvi Kapoor's narration.</p>

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<p>The film is based on the life of Gunjan Saxena, then a flying officer, who became the first woman combat aviator to fly into a war zone during the 1999 Kargil War.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/laxxmi-bomb-to-lovebirds-skipping-a-theatrical-release-movies-on-their-way-to-digital-platforms-297986">Also see:<span>'Laxxmi Bomb' to 'Lovebirds': Skipping a theatrical release, movies on their way to digital platforms</span></a></p>

<p>The release date of the film is yet to be announced.<br />
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Presented by Zee Studios and Dharma Productions, the film, also featuring Pankaj Tripathi, Angad Bedi and Viineet Kumar, was earlier slated to be released on April 24.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/opinions-blogs/how-ott-and-cinema-halls-can-co-exist-in-post-covid-world-298875">Also see: How OTT and cinema halls can co-exist in post COVID world</a></p>

<p>There were rumours about the film going for a digital release and now the movie officially joins a list of other Bollywood titles, including Amitabh Bachchan-Ayushmann Khurrana starrer 'Gulabo Sitabo' and Vidya Balan's 'Shakuntala Devi' biopic which are slated to debut on Amazon Prime Video later this month, to directly head to a streamer during the coronavirus pandemic.<br />
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Kapoor, who plays the titular role in the movie, said 'Gunjan Saxena' was much more than a film for her.<br />
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"This isn't just a film for me - it's a journey that's taught me to believe in myself. A journey I can't wait to share with you all. About a girl who set out to do something simple, follow her dreams," she wrote on Instagram.<br />
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The actor made her Bollywood debut in 2018 with Johar's production 'Dhadak' opposite Ishan Khatter. The film was the Hindi remake of Marathi blockbuster 'Sairat'. The film has been directed by Sharan Sharma.</p>


Karan Johar backed film 'Gunjan Saxena-The Kargil Girl' is heading for direct digital release. The film featuring Janhvi Kapoor in the lead role will be soon available on Netflix, the film's producer announced on social media.

Karan Johar backed film 'Gunjan Saxena-The Kargil Girl' is heading for direct digital release. The film featuring Janhvi Kapoor in the lead role will be soon available on Netflix, the film's producer announced on social media. "Her inspirational journey made history. This is her story. Gunjan Saxena - #TheKargilGirl, coming soon on Netflix. #GunjanSaxenaOnNetflix" Johar tweeted and shared a one minute clip along with the post. The clip chronicles the life of Saxena and has Janhvi Kapoor's narration. Her inspirational journey made history. This is her story. Gunjan Saxena - #TheKargilGirl, coming soon on Netflix. #GunjanSaxenaOnNetflix @DharmaMovies @ZeeStudios_ @apoorvamehta18 #Janhvi @TripathiiPankaj @Imangadbedi @ItsViineetKumar #ManavVij @sharansharma pic.twitter.com/RrDQaYWp9R — Karan Johar (@karanjohar) June 9, 2020 × The film is based on the life of Gunjan Saxena, then a flying officer, who became the first woman combat aviator to fly into a war zone during the 1999 Kargil War. Also see:'Laxxmi Bomb' to 'Lovebirds': Skipping a theatrical release, movies on their way to digital platforms The release date of the film is yet to be announced. Presented by Zee Studios and Dharma Productions, the film, also featuring Pankaj Tripathi, Angad Bedi and Viineet Kumar, was earlier slated to be released on April 24. Also see: How OTT and cinema halls can co-exist in post COVID world There were rumours about the film going for a digital release and now the movie officially joins a list of other Bollywood titles, including Amitabh Bachchan-Ayushmann Khurrana starrer 'Gulabo Sitabo' and Vidya Balan's 'Shakuntala Devi' biopic which are slated to debut on Amazon Prime Video later this month, to directly head to a streamer during the coronavirus pandemic. Kapoor, who plays the titular role in the movie, said 'Gunjan Saxena' was much more than a film for her. "This isn't just a film for me - it's a journey that's taught me to believe in myself. A journey I can't wait to share with you all. About a girl who set out to do something simple, follow her dreams," she wrote on Instagram. The actor made her Bollywood debut in 2018 with Johar's production 'Dhadak' opposite Ishan Khatter. The film was the Hindi remake of Marathi blockbuster 'Sairat'. The film has been directed by Sharan Sharma.

Janhvi Kapoor's 'Gunjan Saxena- The Kargil Girl' to release directly on Netflix