When the reel ‘Gunjan’ met the real Gunjan Saxena

We all have been keen to know on how Gunjan Saxena became the first-ever woman IAF pilot who later went on to rescue soldiers during the Kargil War in 1999. As the film, Gunjan Saxena: The Kargil Girl is all set to stream on Netflix August 11th onwards, here are some intriguing images of Janhvi Kapoor meeting the real Gunjan Saxena. In the picture, an instant connection can be seen and the two ladies enjoyed each other’s company as they bonded over many laughs.

Being the first woman Shaurya Chakra awardee, Gunjan Saxena stood up against all odds and emerged victorious with her unparalleled courage and sheer determination. But people around her too are instrumental in carving out a path so she could take off to her dreams. Here are images of characters from the movie ‘Gunjan Saxena’ who helped her touch the sky.

Produced by Dharma Production and directed by Sharan Sharma, the film will also see Pankaj Tripathi, Angad Bedi, Vineet Kumar Singh and Manav Vij in pivotal roles.