Mihir Ahuja recently shared the first glimpse of his role in Netflix’s upcoming series Operation Safed Sagar. The actor posted the image on social media on 26th May, a date linked to the launch of Operation Safed Sagar in 1999 during the Kargil conflict.
Operation Safed Sagar was an important air campaign carried out by the Indian Air Force during the Kargil War in support of Operation Vijay. The upcoming series is based on true events and focuses on one of the most significant military air operations in India’s history.
In the series, Mihir Ahuja plays the role of a young Air Force pilot. Through his social media post, the actor shared a small glimpse of the training, discipline and emotional preparation involved in playing the character. The post was also meant as a tribute to the Air Force officers and soldiers who were part of the real life mission.
The series features a cast including Siddharth, Jimmy Shergill, Abhay Verma, Dia Mirza, Prajakta Koli, Adil Hussain and Taaruk Raina. The project has been created by Abhijeet Singh Parmar, Mehboob PS Brar and Kushal Srivastava. Oni Sen is directing the series.
Talking about the project, Mihir said, “Operation Safed Sagar is not just a story, it’s a tribute to the bravery, sacrifice and spirit of our Air Force heroes. Playing a young Air Force pilot has been one of the most special and humbling experiences for me. Sharing this glimpse on 26th May felt deeply meaningful and my way of paying respect to the real heroes who lived these moments.”
The series is expected to focus on the challenges, sacrifices and experiences of Indian Air Force personnel during the Kargil War.