Ishaan Khatter Stars in Intense Indian War Drama 'Pippa' Trailer
Ishaan Khatter leads the Indian war drama 'Pippa' in an intense and gripping portrayal of the 1971 conflict Set to release on November 10, this Diwali festival, the film promises to captivate audiences with its powerful storytelling and stellar performances
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Prime Video has released the trailer for the new Indian war movie Pippa, featuring Ishaan Khatter as a young soldier during the 1971 India-Pakistan War.
Based on Brigadier Balram Singh Mehta's personal experience, the film revolves around a tank squadron amidst the Battle of Garibpur. Pippa is among the numerous Bollywood films this year that take place in the backdrop of the 1971 war, and it is scheduled to premiere on Prime Video on November 10th.
Prime Video has released the initial trailer for Pippa, a new Indian war film set during the 1971 India-Pakistan War. The movie features Ishaan Khatter as a young soldier and is directed by Raja Krishna Menon. Pippa is based on the real-life experiences of Brigadier Balram Singh Mehta, recounted in the book "The Burning Chaffees." The focal point of the film is a tank squadron and their role in the significant Battle of Garibpur. Audiences may draw similarities between Pippa and the highly regarded 2016 movie Fury, starring Brad Pitt. The trailer begins with a voiceover from then-Indian Prime Minister Indira Gandhi as she announces war with Pakistan, which ultimately led to the creation of Bangladesh. The trailer also mentions the Indian Army's support for the Bangladeshi rebel group, Mukti Bahini. A character in the trailer delivers an impassioned speech, mentioning the Indian Army crossing international borders and emphasizing their dedication as soldiers.
'Pippa' Isn't the Only Indian Film to Revisit the 1971 War This Year
As promised, the trailer showcases an abundance of tank-based action, ultimately leading to a glimpse of Academy Award-winner A.R. Rahman’s original musical composition from the film. The movie derives its title from the PT-76 (Palavushi Tanka), an amphibious war tank commonly referred to as "Pippa." After establishing the war's context, the trailer unveils a visually stunning moment where these amphibious tanks elegantly float on the water, creating an almost serene image before unleashing intense violence. Khatter takes on the role of Mehta, who assumes command of the squadron following their leader's demise during a mission.
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Popular Indian Films About the 1971 War | Year of Release |
|---|---|
Border | 1997 |
Raazi | 2018 |
1971 | 2007 |
Ghazi | 2017 |
Bhuj: The Pride of India | 2021 |
Incidentally, Pippa will be the third Bollywood film this year set during the 1971 India-Pakistan War. It follows the hugely successful Gadar 2 and the upcoming Sam Bahadur, a biopic about the legendary Sam Manekshaw, who was the Chief of the Army Staff during the conflict. Vicky Kaushal, a highly acclaimed actor, will play the role of Sam Manekshaw in the film. On the other hand, Khatter, a relatively new star, made his debut with Iranian director Majid Majidi’s Beyond the Clouds. He also had a central role in Netflix's A Suitable Boy and a cameo appearance in Don’t Look Up.
Pippa also stars Priyanshu Painyuli, who played the primary antagonist in the Netflix film Extraction, and Mrunal Thakur, who starred in the Prime Video movie Toofan. Soni Razdan, a veteran actress and mother of Heart of Stone star Alia Bhatt, is also part of the cast. Pippa will be released on Prime Video on November 10, coinciding with the Diwali festival in India. Watch the trailer here and stay updated on our website for more information.
Editor's P/S
The trailer for the Indian war drama "Pippa" looks incredibly intense and gripping. The film, set during the 1971 conflict, stars Ishaan Khatter as a young soldier and promises to captivate audiences with its powerful storytelling and stellar performances.
The trailer opens with a voiceover from then-Indian Prime Minister Indira Gandhi as she announces war with Pakistan, which ultimately led to the creation of Bangladesh. The trailer also mentions the Indian Army's support for the Bangladeshi rebel group, Mukti Bahini. A character in the trailer delivers an impassioned speech, mentioning the Indian Army crossing international borders and emphasizing their dedication as soldiers.
The trailer showcases a lot of tank-based action, and it looks like the film will be visually stunning. The trailer also features an original musical composition from Academy Award-winner A.R. Rahman.
Overall, the trailer for "Pippa" has me very excited for the film. It looks like it will be a powerful and moving story about the sacrifices made by soldiers during the 1971 war. I can't wait to see it when it releases on Prime Video on November 10th.
