Mumbai: Mihir Ahuja has shared the first glimpse of his role as a young Indian Air Force pilot in the upcoming Netflix series Operation Safed Sagar. The actor released the video on May 26, 2026, a date chosen to mark the anniversary of the real Operation Safed Sagar, the Indian Air Force’s aerial campaign launched during the Kargil conflict in 1999.
The first-look reveal has generated attention among viewers, particularly because the series is based on real events connected to one of India’s major military operations.
First look shared on a significant date
Mihir Ahuja shared the video on social media to coincide with the anniversary of Operation Safed Sagar, which began on May 26, 1999.
Operation Safed Sagar formed part of India’s military operations during the Kargil conflict and involved aerial missions carried out in support of Operation Vijay.
The actor’s decision to release the first glimpse on the anniversary date was intended as a tribute to the personnel involved in the operation.
The video presents Ahuja in the role of a young Indian Air Force officer and offers an early look at the series’ visual tone and military backdrop.
Actor describes role as meaningful experience
Speaking about his role, Mihir Ahuja said portraying an Air Force pilot had been among the most special experiences of his career.
He described the project as more than a story and referred to it as a tribute to the courage and sacrifice of Air Force personnel.
According to the actor, sharing the glimpse on the operation’s anniversary carried emotional significance and represented a way of paying respect to individuals connected with those events.
The comments underline the historical and emotional themes that the makers aim to bring into the series.
Series based on real events
Operation Safed Sagar is inspired by true incidents and draws from accounts connected to Birender Singh Dhanoa and Ajay Ahuja, who was awarded the Vir Chakra.
The series seeks to portray aspects of India’s military operations during the Kargil conflict through stories connected with personnel involved in the events.
Military dramas based on historical events have increasingly drawn interest among viewers, particularly projects linked to notable moments in Indian history.
Ensemble cast features prominent names
The series features an ensemble cast including Siddharth, Jimmy Shergill, Abhay Verma, Dia Mirza, Prajakta Koli, Adil Hussain, Taaruk Raina, Amrita Bagchi and others.
The project is directed by Oni Sen and created by Abhijeet Singh Parmar, Mehboob PS Brar and Kushal Srivastava.
Production responsibilities are being handled by Matchbox Shots and Feel Good Films.
Release expected in 2026
Mihir Ahuja, who previously appeared in Gehraiyaan and Three of Us, is expected to be seen in a significantly different role through the military drama.
Operation Safed Sagar is scheduled to release on Netflix in 2026 and is expected to bring a dramatized portrayal of one of India’s key military operations to audiences.
The first glimpse has already generated interest among viewers awaiting the project’s release.