Film Critic Express

Will Skyforce a film from Maddock films, Dinesh Vijan spark the happiness which audiences want?

 

The Storyline of Sky Force – The storyline is based on the deadliest air attack at which happened between India and Pakistan in 1965 at Halwara and Pathankot.  A short time after the attack, the IAF launched mission Sky Force. They planned to attack the main ammunition base called Sargodha located in Pakistan’s territory.  Akshay Kumar plays an Indian Air Force officer leading the mission. Soon after the Sky Force mission was launched, the fighter jets take off. One of the heroes of this operation was Squadron Leader Ajjamada Boppayya Devayya. As the IAF pilots returned from the strike, Devayya’s aircraft was intercepted by an enemy F-104 Starfighter aircraft. Tragically, his aircraft was shot down, and he was declared missing, and presumed dead.

Skyforce brings this story to the silver screen. The story is crafted well with a good dose of emotional and humor. The writing is polished and screenplay engaging.

Acting Performances –

Akshay Kumar as Kumar Om Ahuja is good. He plays the leader of the13-aircraft contingent that carried out the strike. His comedy scenes are touching, and emotional scenes connect well.

Veery Paharya as Vijaya Alias Tabby is decent. He plays the role of Squadron Leader Devayya. He makes an impressive debut.

Sara Ali khan as Geeta the wife of Veer Paharya is nothing much to boast about.

Nimrat Kaur as Preeti Ahuja performs fine in her role.

Sharad Kelkar as Pakistani Fl. Lt. Ahmed Hussain is decent.

Soham Majumdar as Chatterjee alias provides adequate support.

 Screenplay and direction

The screenplay is good for Akshay fans and fighter jet action movie fans. It lends well in terms of comedy and emotional scenes which touch the heart. The film invokes feelings of patriotism, wherein we are shown how soldiers fight for their countries sacrificing their personal lives. Emotional scenes are well written towards the ending some of them are quite motivating too. The big positive here is that one does not lose their attention and is hooked to the screen throughout. The first half introduces a comforting atmosphere. The second half doubles the excitement because of the interesting plot.

The direction is good and fast paced. Editing is slick.

Songs – The songs are touching and emotional.

Action Scenes – The fighter jet scenes are well made. Although they aren’t something new, they keep you engaged until the end.

VFX (Visual effects) – The visual effects of the film could have been better. They remain decent in a few scenes. Nonetheless, more work towards the visual effects could have been applied.

Dialogues – The dialogues are emotional and motivating. Some of them towards the end invoke an patriotic feeling. People will like them.

Overall conclusion

Overall, Sky Force is a good film which connects with audiences It entertains at all ends. The film should do good business at the box office. It might start of slow but should pick up with word of mouth. The film has a well-edited pace and an emotional delivery. It has an engaging story, which means it will be liked by many. It’s a very motivating film for the Indian forces, armies, and their families.

In the current times, our Indian audiences are hunting for a good entertainer which has balanced emotions with action and a meaningful plot, hence Sky Force will be a good watch

Watch it or Not– The film is a good one-time watch, which gives a patriotic feeling.

 

Rating – 3.5/5