Sky Force Movie Review

Sky Force Movie Review: A Well-Intended Film That Falls Short on Impact

Star Cast: Akshay Kumar, Veer Pahariya, Sara Ali Khan, Sharad Kelkar, Nimrat Kaur
Director: Sandeep Kewlani & Abhishek Kapur
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐(3/5)

Script Analysis

The biggest issue with Sky Force lies in its writing. While it attempts to deliver a patriotic war drama, it leans too heavily on jingoistic moments and overly dramatic dialogues. The emotional depth is missing, making it difficult for audiences to connect with the characters.

Akshay Kumar’s dialogue, “Tera Baap, Hindustan,” is designed to elicit whistles but comes across as forced. The chemistry between Akshay’s KO Ahuja and Veer Pahariya’s TK Vijaya is engaging, but the film misses an opportunity to develop the camaraderie within the entire squadron.

Sara Ali Khan’s role is disappointingly reduced to a worried, pregnant wife, leaving much to be desired in her chemistry with Veer Pahariya. Sharad Kelkar’s character as a prisoner of war also lacks depth, making his storyline feel half-baked. The second half picks up slightly with an investigation into Tabby’s disappearance, but the resolution becomes predictable.

Star Performance

Akshay Kumar delivers a solid performance in both emotional and action sequences, but it feels repetitive—reminiscent of his past patriotic films.

Veer Pahariya, however, is the film’s biggest highlight. For a debut performance, he exudes confidence, intensity, and emotional depth, making him a promising newcomer to watch out for.

Sara Ali Khan is underutilized, and her performance lacks chemistry with Pahariya. Nimrat Kaur makes a strong impact in her brief cameo.

Direction & Music

The air combat sequences are well-executed, showcasing detailed research on military aircraft and operations. However, the direction fails to bring a fresh perspective to the war genre. The background score is effective, but the songs feel like rehashed versions of Akshay Kumar’s previous patriotic films.

The Last Word

Sky Force had the potential to be a gripping war drama but is bogged down by preachy storytelling and predictable moments. However, Veer Pahariya emerges as the film’s biggest takeaway, delivering a performance that outshines the film’s shortcomings.

Verdict: Watch it for Veer Pahariya’s debut and some well-shot air combat scenes, but don’t expect anything groundbreaking.