For actor Mihir Ahuja, being a part of Operation Safed Sagar is much more than just another role. The series has given him the opportunity to portray Flying Officer Baldy, one of the four young Air Force officers at the heart of the story—a role that resonates deeply with a dream he has nurtured ever since watching Hrithik Roshan’s iconic performance in Lakshya.
Growing up, Mihir was profoundly inspired by Lakshya and the journey of Hrithik Roshan’s character from an aimless young man to a determined Army officer. The film left a lasting impact on him and shaped his aspiration to one day portray a uniformed officer on screen. Hrithik has always been one of Mihir’s favourite actors, making his own journey even more special when he got the opportunity to share screen space with his idol in Super 30. That project marked the first time Mihir met Hrithik, and the experience became a cherished memory. Later, the two also collaborated on an advertisement, giving Mihir another chance to observe Hrithik’s dedication and work ethic up close.
Speaking about the emotional connection, Mihir Ahuja says, “I still remember watching Lakshya for the first time and being completely moved by Hrithik Roshan’s performance. It wasn’t just the scale of the film, but the emotional transformation of his character that stayed with me. Somewhere, I always hoped that one day I would get to play a character that carried the same sense of purpose and responsibility. Hrithik has always been one of my favourite actors, and getting the chance to work with him in Super 30 was surreal because that was the first time I met my idol. Later, we also shot an advertisement together, and just watching him work from close quarters was an education in itself. Those experiences only strengthened my admiration for him.”
He further adds, “When Operation Safed Sagar came to me and I was offered the role of Flying Officer Baldy, I didn’t have to think twice. It genuinely felt like something I had been manifesting for years. Wearing the uniform, understanding the mindset of an Air Force officer and being part of a story that honours our armed forces has been incredibly fulfilling. Looking back, it really feels like life has come full circle from being inspired by Lakshya as a young boy to finally getting the opportunity to live a similar dream on screen.”
With Operation Safed Sagar, Mihir Ahuja steps into a role that is both professionally significant and personally meaningful, a dream that began years ago while watching Lakshya and has now come full circle through a character he always hoped to play.
