Netflix unveils ‘Operation Safed Sagar’ teaser, Here’s what we know about the series

Can a web series truly capture the courage of India’s fighter pilots who risked their lives at the highest battlefield on earth? Netflix’s ‘Operation Safed Sagar’ promises to bring the Indian Air Force’s Kargil heroism to global screens

New Delhi: In a stirring celebration of India’s aerial heroes, Netflix unveiled the first look of its upcoming series 'Operation Safed Sagar' during the Sekhon Indian Air Force Marathon 2025 (SIM-25).

The event, dedicated to the spirit of service and sacrifice, brought together serving officers, veterans, dignitaries, and civilians in a shared moment of national pride. The teaser opens with actor Siddharth delivering a commanding line: “No squadron in the history of the Indian Air Force has ever done such a mission. We are the select chosen few.”

The scene then cuts to Squadron Leader Siddharth and Jimmy Shergill, joined by Abhay Verma, Mihir Ahuja, and Taaruk Raina, as they stride toward their aircraft, a sequence that sets the tone for a story of courage, camaraderie, and sacrifice.

An epic retelling of India’s Kargil air warriors

Created by Abhijeet Singh Parmar and Kushal Srivastava, and directed by Oni Sen, the series revisits the Indian Air Force’s daring missions during the 1999 Kargil War.

Produced by Matchbox Shots and Feel Good Films with full support from the Indian Air Force, Operation Safed Sagar promises an authentic, adrenaline-charged portrayal of heroism, featuring real IAF bases, MiG aircraft, and trained personnel.

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Leaders laud Netflix’s tribute to the IAF

Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh, Chief of the Air Staff, praised the initiative, saying, “The Indian Air Force displayed the highest degree of professionalism in the Kargil conflict. I congratulate Netflix for honouring this legacy through Operation Safed Sagar.”

Netflix India’s Vice President of Content Monika Shergill added, “This series goes beyond the battlefield — it’s about friendship, discipline, and the courage of those who rose above to protect the nation.”

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A rare story of grit, emotion, and national pride

Producer Sanjay Routray called the series a tribute to unsung air warriors, backed by unprecedented access to real IAF bases and authentic military equipment.

Co-creators Abhijeet Singh Parmar and Mehboob Pal Singh Brar said the project is rooted in grit, heart, and the human spirit, brought to life through Netflix’s global platform.

Streaming on Netflix in 2026

With its unmatched scale, real-life resonance, and emotional depth, Operation Safed Sagar is set to mark a milestone in Indian military storytelling.

The series will stream globally on Netflix in 2026, spotlighting one of India’s most defining moments of aerial courage.