Maidaan’s success has inspired Amit Ravindernath Sharma to embark on another historical project. This time, his camera will focus on the daring rescue operation of the Indian Armed Forces in Sierra Leone known as Operation Khukri.
The film will explore the courageous efforts of Indian soldiers who were sent to July 2000 as part of a United Nations peacekeeping mission. During a hostage crisis, the Indian Armed Forces carried out a complex and audacious rescue operation, which demonstrated their great bravery and professionalism at the global stage.
Amit Sharma Helming Film Based on Operation Khukri
In an article published by Mid-Day, Amit Sharma said he was excited to make this incredible story into a movie. “This is going to be one epic film partnering with Athena E&M and Chrome Pictures” he said. “Operation Khukri is a story that needs to be told and I want its showcasing and portrayal not to belittle our soldiers’ bravery and sacrifice.”
As such, it is important that fans understand how huge of an undertaking it will be for them since they do not know what awaits them ahead. According to India Today, he added that; “Recapturing such an ambitious mission is quite challenging as it involved different wings of armed forces of India.” He further explained that even in addition there would also be higher dimensions of complexity regarding reproducing events from another country.
For an authentic and powerful film production, renowned screenwriter Girish Koli has been brought onto the team after working on critically acclaimed Kesari earlier.Speaking about his involvement in the project Koli said: “What makes this story particularly appealing my heart right now is how grandiose Operation Khukri was as well as being filled with immense nationalistic pride.”
Casting process is underway as the project enters its development phase.
