Overview
Bhuj: The Pride of India is a 2021 Indian Hindi-language war film directed by Abhishek Dudhaiya. Set during the Indo-Pakistani War of 1971, it follows Indian Air Force Squadron Leader Vijay Karnik — then in-charge of the Bhuj Air Force Base who, with the help of 300 local women, reconstructed the damaged landing strip in 72 hours. The movie borrows its plot from the Hollywood war flick Pearl Harbor (film) (2001). The film features Ajay Devgn as Karnik, alongside Sanjay Dutt, Sonakshi Sinha, Nora Fatehi, Sharad Kelkar, Ammy Virk and Ihana Dhillon.
The film starts with the Pakistan Prime Minister discussing about conquering the Indian territories. The wife of Pakistan army officer is shown to be an Indian spy, who came to take the revenge of her brother’s murder, who caught and was brutally killed.
In the beginning of Indo-Pakistani War of 1971, the airstrip at the Bhuj Base is destroyed by enemy aircraft, cutting-off reinforcement supply from mainland India. A small group of Indian Army soldiers defend Bhuj from being overrun, while 300 local women, led by the base’s commander Squadron leader Vijay Karnik, reconstruct the airbase under enemy fire.
The film follows the story of Karnik and the women as they work tirelessly to rebuild the airstrip, facing numerous challenges along the way. The film also explores the themes of patriotism, courage, and resilience.
Bhuj: The Pride of India was released in India on August 13, 2021. The film received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising the performances and the story, while others criticized the historical inaccuracies. The film was a commercial success, grossing over ₹100 crore (US$13 million) worldwide.
Storyline
The film begins with the Pakistan Prime Minister discussing about conquering the Indian territories. The wife of Pakistan army officer is shown to be an Indian spy, who came to take the revenge of her brother’s murder, who caught and was brutally killed.
In the beginning of Indo-Pakistani War of 1971, the airstrip at the Bhuj Base is destroyed by enemy aircraft, cutting-off reinforcement supply from mainland India. A small group of Indian Army soldiers defend Bhuj from being overrun, while 300 local women, led by the base’s commander Squadron leader Vijay Karnik, reconstruct the airbase under enemy fire.
The film shows the courage and determination of the women of Madhapur, who worked day and night to rebuild the airstrip. They faced many challenges, including the lack of resources and the constant threat of enemy attack. However, they never gave up and eventually succeeded in their mission.
The film ends with the Indian Air Force successfully launching a counter-attack against Pakistan. The victory is attributed to the courage and determination of the women of Madhapur, who played a pivotal role in the war effort.
Bhuj: The Pride of India is a patriotic film that celebrates the spirit of sacrifice and determination. It is a reminder of the strength of the human spirit and the power of ordinary people to achieve extraordinary things.
About Bhuj The Pride Of India
The airstrip at Bhuj in Gujarat does not survive the devastating hit it takes during the Indo-Pak war of 1971. It leaves India vulnerable and defenseless against all other possible attacks in the future. IAF squadron leader Vijay Karnik and his team take it upon themselves to reconstruct the base from the rubble and give India even a fighting chance to stand its ground. It’s a herculean task, and likely impossible, but when the women of Madhapur near Bhuj announce their voluntary effort to help, Karnik and his team find a flicker of hope in their resilience.
The film is based on the true story of Squadron Leader Vijay Karnik, who was in charge of the Bhuj Air Force Base during the Indo-Pakistani War of 1971. When the base was attacked by Pakistani forces, Karnik and his team were forced to evacuate. However, Karnik knew that the base was essential for the Indian Air Force, so he decided to rebuild the damaged landing strip. With the help of 300 local women, Karnik was able to complete the task in just 72 hours. This allowed the Indian Air Force to continue its operations and eventually win the war.
Bhuj: The Pride of India was released on Aug 13, 2021 and was directed by Abhishek Dudhaiya .This movie is available in Hindi language. Ajay Devgn, Sanjay Dutt, Sonakshi Sinha, Ammy Virk, Nora Fatehi, Zahid Ali, Ihana Dhillon, Pranitha Subhash and Sharad Kelkar are playing as the star cast in this movie. You can watch the movie online on Hotstar, as long as you are a subscriber to the video streaming OTT platform. Bhuj: The Pride of India is available in Action, Drama and Historical genres.
