<p>For those who have watched Netflix’s new military drama series Operation Safed Sagar must have noticed that each episode ends with a special note of gratitude to the late comedian Raju Srivastav. The critically acclaimed series has been created by his nephew, former Indian Air Force veteran Kushal Srivastava and pays tribute to Raju's pivotal role in inspiring Kushal’s filmmaking dream and opening doors in the industry. Though Raju passed away in September 2022 before the show reached screens, his support, network, and family were integral to getting the project greenlit.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2>How Raju Srivastava played a key role in Operation Safed Sagar</h2><p>Operation Safed Sagar, starring Jimmy Shergill and Siddharth, carries deep emotional value for its creators. The project was among the last works Raju Srivastav knew about before his passing in September 2022.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Initially conceptualised as a film before being greenlit by Netflix as a series in May 2022, every episode concludes with a tribute thanking the comedy icon.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><h2>From the Air Force to the director's chair</h2><p>Kushal Srivastava served in the Indian Air Force for seven years after joining in December 1999 following the Kargil War.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>However, his initial inspiration to enter filmmaking stemmed from childhood trips to Mumbai film sets with his uncle Raju.&nbsp;Recalling an early memory on the set of an N Chandra film, Kushal watched the director scold seasoned actors, “I don’t remember which film it was, but as soon as the scene ended, the director scolded everyone. ‘Johnny, what are you doing? Raju, you did it wrong.’ I was shocked that someone could scold stars like them. I asked my uncle who this man was."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/operation-safed-sagar-review-siddharth-and-jimmy-shergill-soar-in-a-restrained-kargil-war-drama-1786096140665">Operation Safed Sagar review: Siddharth and Jimmy Shergill soar in a restrained Kargil war drama</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Raju explained the pivotal role of a film director, sparking Kushal's lifelong goal, “I asked him what he was doing, and he explained that the director leads the film. I was shocked that someone like Amitabh Bachchan doesn’t get angry himself; he is asked by a director to emote. And in return, these actors can make the world cry and laugh. That’s when I decided to become a director."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Also read:<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/operation-safed-sagar-meet-the-real-heroes-behind-netflix-s-kargil-war-series-1786193414976"> Operation Safed Sagar: Meet the real heroes behind Netflix’s Kargil War series</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>After serving in the military until 2016, Kushal moved to Mumbai, assisted directors like JP Dutta and Anurag Basu, and made his directorial debut with Vodka Diaries (2018) before developing Operation Safed Sagar.</p><h2>Raju Srivastav’s behind-the-scenes support</h2><p>Although Raju did not act in or produce the series, his industry goodwill and relationships proved invaluable when seeking project approvals from government ministries.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Kushal reflected on his late uncle's involvement, “It’s sad that he couldn’t watch the project. But at least it started in front of him. He knew we were doing this and we had gotten all the approvals. We also took some help."</p><p>"He was so well known and connected. He really helped us reach the right people through his network."</p><p>"It was never about using his name, but he will always be a part of our journey too."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The show's production remained a family affair, with Raju's daughter, Antara Srivastav, serving as the associate director. Additionally, figures connected to the project—such as Air Chief Marshal Birender Singh Dhanoa and Netflix content head Monika Shergill—shared past professional admire or ties with Raju.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Raju Srivastav worked in television and films for nearly three decades and is considered iconic for his observational stand-up comedy. He died in 2022 at the age of 58.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Operation Safed Sagar is currently available for streaming on Netflix.</p>

Did you notice how late comedian Raju Srivastav was mentioned at the end of each episode of Netflix's new drama Operation Safed Sagar? Turns out Srivastav played an integral part in inspiring his nephew and Operation Safed Sagar writer Kushal Srivastav's life.

For those who have watched Netflix’s new military drama series Operation Safed Sagar must have noticed that each episode ends with a special note of gratitude to the late comedian Raju Srivastav. The critically acclaimed series has been created by his nephew, former Indian Air Force veteran Kushal Srivastava and pays tribute to Raju's pivotal role in inspiring Kushal’s filmmaking dream and opening doors in the industry. Though Raju passed away in September 2022 before the show reached screens, his support, network, and family were integral to getting the project greenlit. How Raju Srivastava played a key role in Operation Safed Sagar Operation Safed Sagar, starring Jimmy Shergill and Siddharth, carries deep emotional value for its creators. The project was among the last works Raju Srivastav knew about before his passing in September 2022. Initially conceptualised as a film before being greenlit by Netflix as a series in May 2022, every episode concludes with a tribute thanking the comedy icon. From the Air Force to the director's chair Kushal Srivastava served in the Indian Air Force for seven years after joining in December 1999 following the Kargil War. However, his initial inspiration to enter filmmaking stemmed from childhood trips to Mumbai film sets with his uncle Raju. Recalling an early memory on the set of an N Chandra film, Kushal watched the director scold seasoned actors, “I don’t remember which film it was, but as soon as the scene ended, the director scolded everyone. ‘Johnny, what are you doing? Raju, you did it wrong.’ I was shocked that someone could scold stars like them. I asked my uncle who this man was." Also read: Operation Safed Sagar review: Siddharth and Jimmy Shergill soar in a restrained Kargil war drama Raju explained the pivotal role of a film director, sparking Kushal's lifelong goal, “I asked him what he was doing, and he explained that the director leads the film. I was shocked that someone like Amitabh Bachchan doesn’t get angry himself; he is asked by a director to emote. And in return, these actors can make the world cry and laugh. That’s when I decided to become a director." Also read: Operation Safed Sagar: Meet the real heroes behind Netflix’s Kargil War series After serving in the military until 2016, Kushal moved to Mumbai, assisted directors like JP Dutta and Anurag Basu, and made his directorial debut with Vodka Diaries (2018) before developing Operation Safed Sagar. Raju Srivastav’s behind-the-scenes support Although Raju did not act in or produce the series, his industry goodwill and relationships proved invaluable when seeking project approvals from government ministries. Kushal reflected on his late uncle's involvement, “It’s sad that he couldn’t watch the project. But at least it started in front of him. He knew we were doing this and we had gotten all the approvals. We also took some help." "He was so well known and connected. He really helped us reach the right people through his network." "It was never about using his name, but he will always be a part of our journey too." The show's production remained a family affair, with Raju's daughter, Antara Srivastav, serving as the associate director. Additionally, figures connected to the project—such as Air Chief Marshal Birender Singh Dhanoa and Netflix content head Monika Shergill—shared past professional admire or ties with Raju. Raju Srivastav worked in television and films for nearly three decades and is considered iconic for his observational stand-up comedy. He died in 2022 at the age of 58. Operation Safed Sagar is currently available for streaming on Netflix.

<p>Did you notice how late comedian Raju Srivastav was mentioned at the end of each episode of Netflix's new drama Operation Safed Sagar? Turns out Srivastav played an integral part in inspiring his nephew and Operation Safed Sagar writer Kushal Srivastav's life.</p>

How the late comedian Raju Srivastava helped shape Netflix's Operation Safed Sagar

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/operation-safed-sagar-review-siddharth-and-jimmy-shergill-soar-in-a-restrained-kargil-war-drama-1786096140665">Operation Safed Sagar</a>, a Netflix series on Indian Air Force's role in the Kargil war fought between India and Pakistan in the summer of 1999, is being priased for its details, storyline, and picturatisation of the actual events. The series explores the role of Indian Air Force's Golden Arrows unit in identifying the enemy-captured areas as well as making it feasible for the Indian Army to recapture them by assessing and destroying the enemy bunkers.</p><p>Apart from the Golden Aarows, which were based in Bhatinda, another unit of Indian Air Force, which was based in Gwalior, Madhya Pardesh, was working overtime. The Gwalior base had French-made Mirage fighter jets were under modification of using laser-guided bombs, crucial for the war. With time of essence, the Indian Air Force completed the task in 12 days which helped the Indian defence forces with their missions.</p><h2>How Indian Air Force ovecame Mirage 2000 challenge?</h2><p>WION recently spoke to Wing Commander (retired) Harvinder Jeet Singh, who was posted at Gwalior base during the Kargil war, and he spoke about how Indian Air Force achieved the modification of Mirage 2000s.</p><p>"The challenge of integrating the litening pod and laser-guided bombs was going on at the time already. Using the modifications, we would have been able to pinpoint those (enemy) locations and eliminate them from those locations," remembers Singh.</p><p><strong>Also Read</strong> - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/operation-safed-sagar-meet-the-real-heroes-behind-netflix-s-kargil-war-series-1786193414976">Operation Safed Sagar: Meet the real heroes behind Netflix’s Kargil War series</a></p><p>"The whole challenge was how to integrate bombs with the pods. They were being modified to become a laser box. The Air Force had been working on last the two years but the challenge to integrating a fuse with a cable remained. America was not willing to help us with it but Israel rose to the occasion. The Israelis had developed the Litening Fuse to illuminate the lasers and they were also to help us in creating the litening pod with the Mirage."</p><p>"The integration of targeting pods and laser-guided bomb system for the Mirage 2000 in the Kargil war was done in a record time of 12 days," Air Chief Marshal Dhanoa said during the 20-year anniversary of the Kargil Victory. "Modification to the Mirage 2000 was in process and expedited, and system was brought in place for the Kargil War," he added.</p><h2>Why did Pakistan attack in 1999?</h2><p>Talking about the situation at the time and why Pakistan started the war, the retired officer also said: "Kashmir was a point which they wanted to prove it to their audience, to the world audience and their intentions were very bad. Immediately when they signed a peace contract where the then Indian PM Atal Bihari Vajpayee and Pak PM Nawaz Sharif had signed the contract, so we were expecting a better result and better outcome. This was I would say, was a stab behind the back."</p><h2>What was Pakistan's plan?</h2><p>Singh revealed that the planning was very detailed on Pakistan's part during their misdavnture and "adversaries had occupied the highest peaks which were overlooking our highway, which is connecting between Srinagar and Delhi."</p><p>"They were looking to capture this highway so that they can cut off the valley, they can cut off a big chunk of our physical area and maybe take a revenge of the desire which is already there in the adversary that Kashmir belongs to them."</p><p>The Indian Defence Forcesm, however, forced Pakistan to retreat and recapture the peaks occupied by them. Today, India celebrates the victor in Kargil War as Vijay Diwas each year on July 26.</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

Operation Safed Sagar details the IAF's Kargil War role, highlighting how a modification of Mirage 2000s using Israeli tech enabled laser-guided strikes to destroy enemy bunkers.

Operation Safed Sagar, a Netflix series on Indian Air Force's role in the Kargil war fought between India and Pakistan in the summer of 1999, is being priased for its details, storyline, and picturatisation of the actual events. The series explores the role of Indian Air Force's Golden Arrows unit in identifying the enemy-captured areas as well as making it feasible for the Indian Army to recapture them by assessing and destroying the enemy bunkers. Apart from the Golden Aarows, which were based in Bhatinda, another unit of Indian Air Force, which was based in Gwalior, Madhya Pardesh, was working overtime. The Gwalior base had French-made Mirage fighter jets were under modification of using laser-guided bombs, crucial for the war. With time of essence, the Indian Air Force completed the task in 12 days which helped the Indian defence forces with their missions. How Indian Air Force ovecame Mirage 2000 challenge? WION recently spoke to Wing Commander (retired) Harvinder Jeet Singh, who was posted at Gwalior base during the Kargil war, and he spoke about how Indian Air Force achieved the modification of Mirage 2000s. "The challenge of integrating the litening pod and laser-guided bombs was going on at the time already. Using the modifications, we would have been able to pinpoint those (enemy) locations and eliminate them from those locations," remembers Singh. Also Read - Operation Safed Sagar: Meet the real heroes behind Netflix’s Kargil War series "The whole challenge was how to integrate bombs with the pods. They were being modified to become a laser box. The Air Force had been working on last the two years but the challenge to integrating a fuse with a cable remained. America was not willing to help us with it but Israel rose to the occasion. The Israelis had developed the Litening Fuse to illuminate the lasers and they were also to help us in creating the litening pod with the Mirage." "The integration of targeting pods and laser-guided bomb system for the Mirage 2000 in the Kargil war was done in a record time of 12 days," Air Chief Marshal Dhanoa said during the 20-year anniversary of the Kargil Victory. "Modification to the Mirage 2000 was in process and expedited, and system was brought in place for the Kargil War," he added. Why did Pakistan attack in 1999? Talking about the situation at the time and why Pakistan started the war, the retired officer also said: "Kashmir was a point which they wanted to prove it to their audience, to the world audience and their intentions were very bad. Immediately when they signed a peace contract where the then Indian PM Atal Bihari Vajpayee and Pak PM Nawaz Sharif had signed the contract, so we were expecting a better result and better outcome. This was I would say, was a stab behind the back." What was Pakistan's plan? Singh revealed that the planning was very detailed on Pakistan's part during their misdavnture and "adversaries had occupied the highest peaks which were overlooking our highway, which is connecting between Srinagar and Delhi." "They were looking to capture this highway so that they can cut off the valley, they can cut off a big chunk of our physical area and maybe take a revenge of the desire which is already there in the adversary that Kashmir belongs to them." The Indian Defence Forcesm, however, forced Pakistan to retreat and recapture the peaks occupied by them. Today, India celebrates the victor in Kargil War as Vijay Diwas each year on July 26.

<p>Operation Safed Sagar details the IAF's Kargil War role, highlighting how a modification of Mirage 2000s using Israeli tech enabled laser-guided strikes to destroy enemy bunkers.</p>

Operation Safed Sagar: Story behind why Mirage 2000 was late to Kargil War

Netflix’s Operation Safed Sagar: The Untold Story of the Kargil War is currently receiving applause from the viewers for its emotional storytelling. Let's know more about the real heroes behind the series.


<p>Netflix’s Operation Safed Sagar: The Untold Story of the Kargil War is currently receiving applause from viewers for its emotional storytelling. Let's know more about the real heroes behind the series.<br>&nbsp;</p>

Operation Safed Sagar: Meet the real heroes behind Netflix’s Kargil War series

<p>The Kargil War remains one of the most crucial and difficult wars that Indian forces fought and won. Since then, numerous films and shows have highlighted the valour of the Indian Army, who bravely reclaimed key peaks in the Kargil sector from the Pakistani army, but not much is known about the role that the Indian Air Force played in the war. Netflix's new series, Operation Safed Sagar, retells an important chapter in history where the IAF fought in the toughest and highest altitudes in history and successfully bombed key hideouts of the Pakistani army in the Kargil and Drass sector, thereby enabling the Indian Army to capture the peaks for India.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Directed by Oni Sen, Operation Safed Sagar doesn’t glorify war but the men and their sacrifice more. It steers clear of the jingoism that is often attached to such war dramas, yet it leaves you with a sense of pride and a sense of the belongingness for the country like India. While the backdrop is that of war, Operation Safed Sagar, successfully gives a 360-degree picture of the situation that prevailed in both Pakistan and India. It also humanises its war heroes, making it an emotional watch where, once again, it is reiterated that the sacrifices the men in uniform and their families have made time and again for the safety of our country.</p><h2>The plot of Operation Safed Sagar</h2><p>Months before the Kargil War in 1999, Squadron leader Ajay Ahuja (Siddharth) is called in by B.S Dhanoa Tony (Jimmy Shergill) to an IAF base in Bhatinda to train a bunch of young officers for a special complex formation of their fighter jets, which involves team coordination and alignment. The officers, all raring to go, initially have issues understanding Ahuja’s strategy and following it. Dhali (Abhay Verma) is a risk taker and slightly brazen about flouting rules. He often clashes with Baldy (Mihir Ahuja) who is more of a calculative risk taker. Baldy also has personal battles to fight as his girlfriend Madhvi (Prajakta Koli ) arrives unannounced at the base, keen to elope and marry him.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>As Ahuja and his wife Alka (Amrita Bagchi) slowly warm up to the young officers, making them a part of their family at the base, war breaks out in Kargil. They are all asked to report to Srinagar. The Indian Air Force is initially assigned to click photos of crucial checkposts in high altitude captured by the Pakistani Army. The aerial images are to help the Indian Army understand what and who they are fighting high up in the mountains. However, soon the IAF’s Golden Arrows play a strategic role in bombing these captured posts, aiding the army in reclaiming what's ours.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>While the first few episodes establish the various characters and their bonding, the later part of the six-part series gives a detailed account of how the IAF made strategic moves to drop bombs in targeted areas, without jeopardising the safety of our own men. Writers Sandeep Jain, Barun Kashyap, Abhijeet Singh Parmar, Nikhil Ravi, and Kushal Srivastava also give a detailed insight into the Pakistani side of the war where PM Nawaz Shariff (Vinay Pathak delivering strong performance) is shown to be at constant loggerheads with his father and General Musharaff ( Manu Rishi Chaddha delivering a class act) who manipulates and constantly lies and intructs the Pak army to infiltrate areas in Kargil, thereby disregarding the Shimla act.</p><h2>What works and what does not</h2><p>Operation Safed Sagar works primarily because of its story. It celebrates the men in uniform and how a bunch of them tactically strategised an operation that, by conventional standards, would have failed. Written with insights and inputs from the IAF, the series gets into the thick of things from the beginning, delivering a story that is riveting. It keeps the jargon at bay, instead projecting the story as it had happened, keeping the humane side of the war intact.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Actors Siddharth and Jimmy Shergill lead a formidable cast who are all pitch-perfect in their respective characters. It is a mystery why Siddharth is not seen in Hindi series as much as his fans would want to see him. The actor takes up the role of a brave officer Ahuja in the series, and one can’t help but recall Siddharth playing the rebel youth in Rang De Basanti. The heart cries when his character is held captive by the enemy camp. Shergill, Abhay Verma and Mihir Ahuja, along with Adil Hussain, are all fantastic in their respective roles.</p><p>The women- Dia Mirza, Amrita Bagchi and Prajakta Koli have less to do in the series apart from playing the support system to the men. Bagchi’s scenes in the second half stand out for their emotional quotient.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Since the series talks of fighter jets, the instant comparison to Top Gun is inevitable. The CGI is not the best and some of the technical terms and jargons force-fed to the layman viewer. Scenes in the second half, played out in Pakistan between Sharif and Musharraf, feel repetitive too after a point. There is also of course, some dramatisation of certain moments.</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

<p> </p><p> </p><p>However, Operation Safed Sagar picks up pace in the final two episodes, giving a rousing tribute to the IAF and the role they played in the Kargil war. Original TV footage juxtaposed with the series adds more heft to the storytelling. Because Netflix has mounted the show on a big scale, there are prominent actors like Sanjay Suri, Barun Sobti, and Anjan Srivastava playing cameo roles in the series.</p><h2>Final Verdict</h2><p>While there are ample amount of shows and films based on the Kargil War, Operation Safed Sagar still stands out as it tells a story that is not so well known. IT also serves as a reminder to the audience that a story on the India-Pak war can be told without force-feeding patriotism. It can be told with sensitivity, factually, without glorifying brutality and killing. Operation Safed Sagar reinstates your belief in the defence forces who have time and again risen up to moments of crisis and protected India.</p><p> </p><p>Operation Safed Sagar is now streaming on Netflix.</p>

Operation Safed Sagar, the new Netflix web series, gives a detailed account of the crucial roles that the Indian Air Force played in capturing key points during the Kargil War in 1999. The war drama has deft writing and powerful performances from its cast. 

The Kargil War remains one of the most crucial and difficult wars that Indian forces fought and won. Since then, numerous films and shows have highlighted the valour of the Indian Army, who bravely reclaimed key peaks in the Kargil sector from the Pakistani army, but not much is known about the role that the Indian Air Force played in the war. Netflix's new series, Operation Safed Sagar, retells an important chapter in history where the IAF fought in the toughest and highest altitudes in history and successfully bombed key hideouts of the Pakistani army in the Kargil and Drass sector, thereby enabling the Indian Army to capture the peaks for India. Directed by Oni Sen, Operation Safed Sagar doesn’t glorify war but the men and their sacrifice more. It steers clear of the jingoism that is often attached to such war dramas, yet it leaves you with a sense of pride and a sense of the belongingness for the country like India. While the backdrop is that of war, Operation Safed Sagar, successfully gives a 360-degree picture of the situation that prevailed in both Pakistan and India. It also humanises its war heroes, making it an emotional watch where, once again, it is reiterated that the sacrifices the men in uniform and their families have made time and again for the safety of our country. The plot of Operation Safed Sagar Months before the Kargil War in 1999, Squadron leader Ajay Ahuja (Siddharth) is called in by B.S Dhanoa Tony (Jimmy Shergill) to an IAF base in Bhatinda to train a bunch of young officers for a special complex formation of their fighter jets, which involves team coordination and alignment. The officers, all raring to go, initially have issues understanding Ahuja’s strategy and following it. Dhali (Abhay Verma) is a risk taker and slightly brazen about flouting rules. He often clashes with Baldy (Mihir Ahuja) who is more of a calculative risk taker. Baldy also has personal battles to fight as his girlfriend Madhvi (Prajakta Koli ) arrives unannounced at the base, keen to elope and marry him. As Ahuja and his wife Alka (Amrita Bagchi) slowly warm up to the young officers, making them a part of their family at the base, war breaks out in Kargil. They are all asked to report to Srinagar. The Indian Air Force is initially assigned to click photos of crucial checkposts in high altitude captured by the Pakistani Army. The aerial images are to help the Indian Army understand what and who they are fighting high up in the mountains. However, soon the IAF’s Golden Arrows play a strategic role in bombing these captured posts, aiding the army in reclaiming what's ours. While the first few episodes establish the various characters and their bonding, the later part of the six-part series gives a detailed account of how the IAF made strategic moves to drop bombs in targeted areas, without jeopardising the safety of our own men. Writers Sandeep Jain, Barun Kashyap, Abhijeet Singh Parmar, Nikhil Ravi, and Kushal Srivastava also give a detailed insight into the Pakistani side of the war where PM Nawaz Shariff (Vinay Pathak delivering strong performance) is shown to be at constant loggerheads with his father and General Musharaff ( Manu Rishi Chaddha delivering a class act) who manipulates and constantly lies and intructs the Pak army to infiltrate areas in Kargil, thereby disregarding the Shimla act. What works and what does not Operation Safed Sagar works primarily because of its story. It celebrates the men in uniform and how a bunch of them tactically strategised an operation that, by conventional standards, would have failed. Written with insights and inputs from the IAF, the series gets into the thick of things from the beginning, delivering a story that is riveting. It keeps the jargon at bay, instead projecting the story as it had happened, keeping the humane side of the war intact. Actors Siddharth and Jimmy Shergill lead a formidable cast who are all pitch-perfect in their respective characters. It is a mystery why Siddharth is not seen in Hindi series as much as his fans would want to see him. The actor takes up the role of a brave officer Ahuja in the series, and one can’t help but recall Siddharth playing the rebel youth in Rang De Basanti. The heart cries when his character is held captive by the enemy camp. Shergill, Abhay Verma and Mihir Ahuja, along with Adil Hussain, are all fantastic in their respective roles. The women- Dia Mirza, Amrita Bagchi and Prajakta Koli have less to do in the series apart from playing the support system to the men. Bagchi’s scenes in the second half stand out for their emotional quotient. Since the series talks of fighter jets, the instant comparison to Top Gun is inevitable. The CGI is not the best and some of the technical terms and jargons force-fed to the layman viewer. Scenes in the second half, played out in Pakistan between Sharif and Musharraf, feel repetitive too after a point. There is also of course, some dramatisation of certain moments.

<p>Operation Safed Sagar, the new Netflix web series, gives a detailed account of the crucial roles that the Indian Air Force played in capturing key points during the Kargil War in 1999. The war drama has deft writing and powerful performances from its cast.&nbsp;</p>

Operation Safed Sagar review: Siddharth and Jimmy Shergill soar in a restrained Kargil war drama

<p>The makers of <i>Operation Safed Sagar</i> unveiled the trailer offering a stirring look at one of the Indian Air Force's most significant missions during the 1999 Kargil War. Blending high-octane aerial action with emotional storytelling, the film pays tribute to the courage, resilience and sacrifices of the armed forces, setting the stage for a patriotic war drama inspired by real events.</p><h2>Trailer of Operation Safed Sagar</h2><p>In the trailer, it is shown the story is the Golden Arrows Squadron, led by Wing Commander B.S. Dhanoa 'Tony' (Jimmy Shergill) and Squadron Leader Ajay Ahuja (Siddharth). As the conflict intensifies, the officers, along with Flying Officer R.S. Dhaliwal 'Dhali' (Abhay Verma), Flying Officer C.H. Bal Reddy 'Baldy' (Mihir Ahuja), Flight Lieutenant Jitendra Sangwan 'Sangy' (Taaruk Raina) and Flying Officer Amit Gupta 'Goofy' (Arnav Bhasin), undertake dangerous missions while confronting the harsh realities of war.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The series brings to life the untold story of the Golden Arrows Squadron, one of the many air warrior, naval, and army units that answered the nation's call during Operation Safed Sagar.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Reflecting on bringing this story to screen, Oni Sen, Director, Operation Safed Sagar , said, "From the very beginning, we wanted to tell the story of Operation Safed Sagar with honesty, scale, and emotional truth. While the operation itself is extraordinary, what stayed with us throughout this journey were the pilots, officers, and families whose courage, resilience, and sacrifices continue to inspire us. We're incredibly grateful to Netflix for believing in this story from the outset and for backing our vision with unwavering trust and conviction. They were true creative partners, championing the project and giving us the support and freedom to tell this story with the authenticity, ambition, and scale it deserved. I'm equally grateful to our producers, Feel Good Films and Matchbox Shots, our exceptional cast, and the entire crew, whose passion and dedication brought these real-life heroes to the screen with sincerity and heart. We hope this series stands as a fitting tribute to their courage and sacrifice, and that audiences around the world connect with their extraordinary story."&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Monika Shergill, Vice-President Content, Netflix India said, “Some stories are a privilege to tell and Operation Safed Sagar is one of them. Bringing the Indian Air Force's role in the Kargil conflict to the screen has been our most ambitious production in India to date, made possible through the extraordinary support of the Indian Air Force. From our remarkable cast to Indian artists, technicians and VFX teams, every person behind this series has helped bring this story to life with authenticity, ambition and incredible craftsmanship, a reflection of the extraordinary talent that exists in India's creative ecosystem. We're equally proud to have young and fresh creators - Abhijit Parmar and Kushal Srivastava – and the vision of director Oni Sen, who helped shape this project from the ground up. We also deeply value our partnership with Matchbox Shots for yet another riveting story with unforgettable characters. We hope audiences experience not just the scale of this series, but also the courage, sacrifice and spirit at its heart."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The series brings to life the untold story of the Golden Arrows Squadron, one of the many air warrior, naval, and army units that answered the nation's call during Operation Safed Sagar.</p><h2>When will Operation Safed Sagar premiere?</h2><p>Helmed by Oni Sen, the series is created by Abhijeet Singh Parmar and Kushal Srivastava. It is produced by Sanjay Routray and Sarita Patil of Matchbox Shots LLP along with Mehboob Pal Singh Brar of Feel Good Films. The cast includes Siddharth, Jimmy Shergill, Abhay Verma, Taaruk Raina, Dia Mirza, Prajakta Koli, Adil Hussain, Mihir Ahuja, Arnav Bhasin and Amrita Bagchi.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><i>Operation Safed Sagar</i> is scheduled to premiere on streaming platform Netflix on August 7.</p>

Makers have unveiled the trailer of Operation Safed Sagar, offering a glimpse into the IAF's significant missions during the 1999 Kargil War. It is scheduled to release next month on an OTT platform. 

The makers of Operation Safed Sagar unveiled the trailer offering a stirring look at one of the Indian Air Force's most significant missions during the 1999 Kargil War. Blending high-octane aerial action with emotional storytelling, the film pays tribute to the courage, resilience and sacrifices of the armed forces, setting the stage for a patriotic war drama inspired by real events. Trailer of Operation Safed Sagar In the trailer, it is shown the story is the Golden Arrows Squadron, led by Wing Commander B.S. Dhanoa 'Tony' (Jimmy Shergill) and Squadron Leader Ajay Ahuja (Siddharth). As the conflict intensifies, the officers, along with Flying Officer R.S. Dhaliwal 'Dhali' (Abhay Verma), Flying Officer C.H. Bal Reddy 'Baldy' (Mihir Ahuja), Flight Lieutenant Jitendra Sangwan 'Sangy' (Taaruk Raina) and Flying Officer Amit Gupta 'Goofy' (Arnav Bhasin), undertake dangerous missions while confronting the harsh realities of war. The series brings to life the untold story of the Golden Arrows Squadron, one of the many air warrior, naval, and army units that answered the nation's call during Operation Safed Sagar.

<p>Makers have unveiled the trailer of Operation Safed Sagar, offering a glimpse into the IAF's significant missions during the 1999 Kargil War. It is scheduled to release next month on an OTT platform.&nbsp;</p>

Operation Safed Sagar trailer promises a gripping tribute to the heroes of the Kargil War

<p>Netflix has unveiled the teaser and release date of its upcoming war drama <i>Operation Safed Sagar</i>, starring Siddharth and Jimmy Shergill. Said to be inspired by the real story of the Indian Air Force's contribution during the 1999 Kargil War, the show debuts worldwide on August 7.</p><h2>Operation Safed Sagar teaser</h2><p>The teaser gives viewers a glimpse of the high-stakes world of the Golden Arrows Squadron, a group of Air Force officers assigned to carry out one of India's most significant aerial military operations.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/tv-actor-rohit-chandel-arrested-for-allegedly-stalking-and-harassing-a-16-year-old-girl-in-mumbai-1783756812712"><strong>TV actor Rohit Chandel arrested for allegedly stalking a 16-year-old girl</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>"The squadron that flew missions and won the honours. Meet the Golden Arrows. Operation Safed Sagar, out 7 August, only on Netflix," the post read.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The teaser opens with glimpses of the tense wartime atmosphere, followed by a team of young pilots preparing for a dangerous mission under the leadership of seasoned officers played by Siddharth and Jimmy Shergill.</p><h2>About Operation Safed Sagar</h2><p>Set against the backdrop of the Kargil War, the series is expected to revolve around the battlefield missions along with the sacrifices and split-second decisions of those serving in uniform.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/alia-bhatt-grooves-at-bestie-akansha-ranjan-s-pre-wedding-ceremony-stuns-in-a-purple-saree-watch-1783747331954"><strong>Alia Bhatt grooves at bestie Akansha Ranjan's pre-wedding ceremony</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Created by Abhijeet Singh Parmar and Kushal Srivastava, the series is directed by Asur fame Oni Sen. The cast also features Abhay Verma, Dia Mirza, Prajakta Koli, Adil Hussain, Mihir Ahuja, Taaruk Raina, Arnav Bhasin and Amrita Bagchi in key roles.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Produced by Matchbox Shots and Feel Good Films, <i>Operation Safed Sagar</i> will be available to stream on Netflix from August 7.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/ramayana-ranbir-kapoor-nitesh-tiwari-s-mythological-epic-trailer-to-release-on-this-date-1783754666076"><strong>Ramayana: Ranbir Kapoor's mythological epic trailer to release on THIS date</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p>

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The makers of Operation Safed Sagar have announced the release of the upcoming war drama starring Siddharth and Jimmy Shergill. It is inspired by the Indian Air Force's contribution during the 1999 Kargil War.

Netflix has unveiled the teaser and release date of its upcoming war drama Operation Safed Sagar, starring Siddharth and Jimmy Shergill. Said to be inspired by the real story of the Indian Air Force's contribution during the 1999 Kargil War, the show debuts worldwide on August 7. Operation Safed Sagar teaser The teaser gives viewers a glimpse of the high-stakes world of the Golden Arrows Squadron, a group of Air Force officers assigned to carry out one of India's most significant aerial military operations. Also Read: TV actor Rohit Chandel arrested for allegedly stalking a 16-year-old girl "The squadron that flew missions and won the honours. Meet the Golden Arrows. Operation Safed Sagar, out 7 August, only on Netflix," the post read. The teaser opens with glimpses of the tense wartime atmosphere, followed by a team of young pilots preparing for a dangerous mission under the leadership of seasoned officers played by Siddharth and Jimmy Shergill. About Operation Safed Sagar Set against the backdrop of the Kargil War, the series is expected to revolve around the battlefield missions along with the sacrifices and split-second decisions of those serving in uniform. Also Read: Alia Bhatt grooves at bestie Akansha Ranjan's pre-wedding ceremony Created by Abhijeet Singh Parmar and Kushal Srivastava, the series is directed by Asur fame Oni Sen. The cast also features Abhay Verma, Dia Mirza, Prajakta Koli, Adil Hussain, Mihir Ahuja, Taaruk Raina, Arnav Bhasin and Amrita Bagchi in key roles. Produced by Matchbox Shots and Feel Good Films, Operation Safed Sagar will be available to stream on Netflix from August 7. Also Read: Ramayana: Ranbir Kapoor's mythological epic trailer to release on THIS date

<p>The makers of Operation Safed Sagar have announced the release of the upcoming war drama starring Siddharth and Jimmy Shergill. It is inspired by the Indian Air Force's contribution during the 1999 Kargil War.</p>

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<p>Netflix has unveiled a glimpse of its upcoming war drama Operation Safed Sagar. Starring Siddharth and Jimmy Shergill, it is based on the true story of the Indian Air Force’s key mission during the 1999 Kargil War.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The launch happened at the first-ever Sekhon Indian Air Force Marathon 2025 (SIM-25) at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, New Delhi. There were over 12,000 participants, along with serving officers and veterans. As per reports, it was filmed across operational IAF bases, and the series features real aircraft, Air Force personnel, and a glimpse of rare military infrastructure.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/shah-rukh-khan-at-60-still-reigns-a-people-s-king-for-every-generation-1762067141754"><strong>Shah Rukh Khan at 60 still reigns: A people's King for every generation</strong></a></p>

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<p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/srk-s-60th-birthday-anurag-kashyap-recalls-when-entire-hansraj-college-went-to-watch-debut-film-deewana-1762066095416"><strong>SRK's 60th birthday: Anurag Kashyap recalls when college went to watch Deewana</strong></a></p><h2>About the teaser</h2><p>Posted with the caption: "The world’s highest air operation in history. The highest honour. Watch Operation Safed Sagar, coming soon, only on Netflix," the teaser offers eye-catching scenes of the high-stakes military mission. Fans can expect breathtaking shots of fighter planes taking off in formation, treacherous, snow-clad mountains of Kargil, and so on. Siddharth, Jimmy Shergill, and other actors are showcased as fighter pilots getting ready for the mission.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/mahhi-vij-breaks-silence-on-divorce-rumours-responds-to-claims-of-5-crore-alimony-from-jay-bhanushali-1762058207162"><strong>Mahhi Vij on divorce rumours and claims of ₹5 crore alimony from Jay Bhanushali</strong></a></p><h2>What's the story of Operation Safed Sagar</h2><p>Operation Safed Sagar was an air operation carried out by the Indian Air Force between May 26 and July 11, 1999, during Operation Vijay (Kargil War). It was said to be the world’s highest air combat operation, which involved the use of fighter planes, attack helicopters, and Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) for targeted bombings.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/srk-s-60th-birthday-farah-khan-and-karan-johar-share-glimpses-from-alibaug-celebrations-see-pics-1762052341639"><strong>SRK's 60th birthday: Farah Khan, KJo share glimpses from Alibaug celebrations</strong></a></p><h2>Cast and crew of the series</h2><p>Crafted by Abhijeet Singh Parmar and Kushal Srivastava and directed by Oni Sen (Asur), the series also stars Abhay Verma, Mihir Ahuja, Taaruk Raina, and Arnav Bhasin in lead roles, along with Siddharth and Jimmy Shergill. Produced by Matchbox Shots and Feel Good Films with the support of the Indian Air Force, the show is set to stream on Netflix in 2026.</p>

Get ready to watch Netflix's original series Operation Safed Sagar, based on the true events of the 1999 Kargil War. Starring Siddharth, Jimmy Shergill, and Abhay Verma, it features real aircraft. 

Netflix has unveiled a glimpse of its upcoming war drama Operation Safed Sagar. Starring Siddharth and Jimmy Shergill, it is based on the true story of the Indian Air Force’s key mission during the 1999 Kargil War. The launch happened at the first-ever Sekhon Indian Air Force Marathon 2025 (SIM-25) at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, New Delhi. There were over 12,000 participants, along with serving officers and veterans. As per reports, it was filmed across operational IAF bases, and the series features real aircraft, Air Force personnel, and a glimpse of rare military infrastructure. Also Read: Shah Rukh Khan at 60 still reigns: A people's King for every generation

<p>Get ready to watch Netflix's original series Operation Safed Sagar, based on the true events of the 1999 Kargil War. Starring Siddharth, Jimmy Shergill, and Abhay Verma, it features real aircraft.&nbsp;</p>

Operation Safed Sagar teaser: When & where to watch Siddharth and Jimmy Shergill's high-octane Kargil War series

Ways IAF fighter jets supported the army in the Kargil war with their precision strikes and supply camp bombings, and close air support how it helped. Know more about the teamwork and bravery that led India to victory in kargil.

<p>Ways IAF fighter jets supported the army in the Kargil war with their precision strikes and supply camp bombings, and close air support how it helped. Know more about the teamwork and bravery that led India to victory in kargil.</p>

How IAF fighter jets supported Indian Army during Kargil War

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