Researching the skies: How Bhasin prepared for a fighter pilot role

To portray Flight Lieutenant Amit Gupta convincingly, Arnav Bhasin immersed himself in hours of YouTube footage featuring Indian fighter pilots. He said, “I knew nothing about the role initially, so I dove deep into the videos to capture the nuances of a pilot’s life.” The extensive research helped him feel confident about stepping into the boots of a Kargil‑era airman, a character central to the series that highlights both combat missions and the personal struggles of young officers and their families.