Akshay Kumar-starrer Airlift has finally hit the screens. The film, based on the evacuation of Kuwait-based Indians during the 1990, has bagged a lot of attention because of its subject.
Apart from that, the film has a Kerala connection too.
Airlift is written and directed by Raja Krishna Menon. Although not many are aware about the background of the director, Raja Krishna Menon has his roots in 'God's own country' and Airlift is his third project. The writer-director has earlier worked on Bas Yun Hi and Barah Aana. Reportedly, Raja had spared several years to research on the subject. He even met various people associated with the issue.
Another Malayalam actress associated with the project is none other than Lena. Though the actress has not revealed much about her role in the movie, reports are that she will be seen in a pivotal role. Airlift is now considered to be one of the biggest turning points of her career.
The film starring Akshay Kumar and Nimrat Kaur has opened on positive reviews with stunning performances by each of the cast.
Check out for a few responses:
Really enjoyed #Airlift 🇮🇳
Glad to see @akshaykumar star in this
Tough subject/ producn pulled off really well
👏🏽👏🏽@RajaMenon @nikkhiladvani
— atul kasbekar (@atulkasbekar) January 22, 2016#Airlift is a noble film that evokes the patriot in you. Hugely inspiring perfs by @akshaykumar @NimratOfficial & the entire supp cast.
— T.A.N.U.J. G.A.R.G. (@tanuj_garg) January 22, 2016#Airlift one of the best movie of @akshaykumar Everyone cheers on every dialogue of ur specially the scene came with indian flag vande matrm
— Chandra Dhwaj (@CDhwaj) January 22, 2016#Airlift good 2nd half...Akshay has done a fabulous job...one should have dare to accept the script and make these kind of films.
— Das C H (@chs_dass) January 22, 2016Raja Menon's gripping narration with strong screenplay is a major highlight of the movie.
#Airlift is a must must watch. One of the finest films to come out of the Hindi film industry. Just do not miss this one!
— taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) January 21, 2016Somefilms grow on you and #airlift is one such film @akshaykumar is soo honest and @NimratOfficial wins it ... https://t.co/qt1mZLvidq
— Salilacharya (@Salilacharya) January 21, 20167. #Airlift A film you can't miss this patriotic season or for that matter any other season. A MUST WATCH - GREAT START to 2016. *****
— Joginder Tuteja (@Tutejajoginder) January 21, 2016Excltt movie. Aftr the movie, surprised to see the audience quiet and gradually clapping before leaving the movie halls in Gulf!! #Airlift
— @RAJESH VP (@vpyaar) January 22, 2016