Unless you are not aware of how Bollywood functions, you would have seen this big news coming. After the recent success of Vicky Kaushal's Uri: The Surgical Strike, it was no brainer that B-town filmmakers will think about movie ideas revolving around the recent Balakot air strikes. The one where we get to laud the courage of India Air Force. It would also include the story of IAF pilot, Abhinandan, who was held captive by the Pakistani army for 48 hours. While the subject sounds intriguing, Sanjay Leela Bhansali and Bhushan Kumar were quick enough to collaborate for the same. Amul Pays Tribute to IAF Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman's Moustache With a Video, Twitterati Impressed.

As per recent reports in Mumbai Mirror, Producer-director Sanjay Leela Bhansali, T-Series boss Bhushan Kumar, Mahaveer Jain and Abhishek Kapoor have come together to make a movie on air strikes launched by India on February 26. The makers are currently busy with their research and development and it will most likely go on floors this year. A source associated with the movie said that the project was an effort by the makers to “salute and pay tribute” to the Indian Air Force and that a major share of the profits will be handed over to the armed forces welfare fund. Samjhauta Express Services Restored After Pakistan Released IAF Pilot Abhinandan Varthaman; Train to Run from India on Sunday.

While no star cast for the same is announced yet, many A-league stars are eyeing to play the lead role in it. "Several A-list actors have shown interest in the film and the casting is being finalised," said the same source. Kedarnath director, Abhishek Kapoor will direct this war drama and an official announcement for the same will be made soon.

 

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