Indian Air Force day: Anil Kapoor pays his tribute, shares pic of himself as Fighter's Rocky

Anil Kapoor's performance as a high-ranking air force officer highlighted his exceptional screen presence and versatility.

Anil Kapoor, who set box office records with his film Fighter, in which he portrayed Group Captain Rakesh Jaisingh, also known as Rocky, took to social media to commemorate Indian Air Force Day.

He shared a picture of himself as Rocky from Fighter along with the note, "On this Indian Air Force Day, my heartfelt salute to the heroes who soar high, keeping our skies safe. I've had the honor of meeting and befriending incredible individuals from the Indian Air Force, and their dedication continues to inspire. Here's to a future where even more young Indians join this elite force and make it stronger than ever. #IndianAirForceDay #SaluteToOurHeroes."

Released in January 2024, Fighter quickly emerged as the highest-grossing Hindi film of the year, captivating audiences with its engaging storyline, impressive ensemble cast, and a strong message of patriotism.

Anil Kapoor's performance as a high-ranking air force officer highlighted his exceptional screen presence and versatility. His commanding portrayal brought depth and intensity to the character, effectively capturing the intricacies of leadership and duty, and resonating with viewers across the nation. The film broke box office records, grossing around Rs 359 crores globally.

Anil Kapoor is currently making headlines due to his international accolades. His successful OTT series The Night Manager recently earned an Emmy nomination, and he was featured on TIME's 100 AI list for advocating against the misuse of artificial intelligence. Additionally, he won an IIFA for Best Supporting Actor for his performance as Balbir Singh in Animal. Next up for the cinematic legend is Subedaar, directed by Suresh Triveni, which is expected to mark yet another significant milestone in Kapoor's illustrious career.

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The actor is the talk of the town with his recent global accolades. His acclaimed OTT series The Night Manager has garnered an Emmy nomination, while he has been recognized on TIME's 100 AI list for his stance against the misuse of artificial intelligence. Additionally, he received an IIFA for Best Supporting Actor for his role as Balbir Singh in Animal.

Coming up next for this cinema icon is Subedaar, directed by Suresh Triveni, which is poised to be another significant achievement in Kapoor's illustrious career.