Netflix series Operation Safed Sagar depicts Indian Air Force in Kargil War

The Netflix series ‘Operation Safed Sagar’ has garnered significant attention in India for its portrayal of the Indian Air Force during the 1999 Kargil War. Directed by Oni Sen, the six-episode Hindi-language drama focuses on the Golden Arrows squadron, highlighting the aerial missions and the personal lives of the pilots involved.

Unlike many recent patriotic films, the series is noted for its focus on diplomacy, strategic decision-making, and the human struggles of the officers rather than pure action. The cast includes Siddharth as Squadron Leader Ajay Ahuja and Jimmy Shergill as Wing Commander BS Dhanoa, alongside Dia Mirza and Adil Hussain.

Public figures and industry professionals, including Ajay Devgn and Sonu Sood, have praised the series for its emotional storytelling and its tribute to the courage of the young officers who served during the conflict.