Captain Vikram Batra’s birth anniversary: Remembering the Kargil war hero

New Delhi: Shershaah, the Bollywood movie portraying the highly inspirational life of Captain Vikram Batra, won million of hearts as it became a mega blockbuster despite its release on OTT platform. The story of Shershaah touched many hearts as his immense love for nation delighted viewers and made them fall in love with the Indian Army braveheart.

‘Shershaah’ was the code name given to Captain Vikram Batra during Operation Kargil.

Today is the birth anniversary of the Indian braveheart who played pivotal role in eliminating the Pakistani forces from Indian territory and re-capturing the Kargil heights. Had he been alive, Captain would have turned 47.  The decorated Army officer was posthumously awarded Param Vir Chakra for his exceptional service and supreme sacrifice for the nation.

Vikram Batra’s twin brother Vishal Batra today took to Instagram and wished Vikram on his birthday. Remembering their childhood days and latter’s entry in Army, he wrote, “A very happy Birthday dear Luv… I am blessed to be born as Kush with you my Captain Brother…

While you marched past so fast to become a legend….the world remembers you as Shershaah but to me you would always be my twin Luv first…

As the nation remembers you on your special day, here’s a big hug to you wherever you are and am sure you would be enjoying your party in the other world of Life…. You are missed and fondly remembered every single day… ”

 

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Reel Shershaah remembers real Shershaah

Siddharth Malhotra chose the occasion to pay tribute by remembering Late Captain Vikram Batra and his valiant deeds during latter’s stint with the Indian Army.

“You will stay in our hearts forever,” Sidharth tweeted.

Dear Shershaah,
They say that those who touch our lives, stay in our hearts forever. And Captain Vikram Batra, you have touched our lives immensely with you valour, wisdom, charm & love for the nation. You will stay in our hearts forever…

In your loving memory,
Jai Hind. ?? pic.twitter.com/V5RRBoJPyN

— Sidharth Malhotra (@SidMalhotra) September 9, 2021

Some unknown facts about Capt Vikram Batra, as disclosed by brother Vishal Batra

“Me and Vikram used to sneak out of our house every Sunday morning at 9.30 AM to one of the neighbour’s houses to watch a very popular TV show – Param Vir Chakra. It was on the life of the 16 brave martyrs who laid down their life and got PVC after 1947. That was the time when Vikram decided that if he wishes to do anything in life, it would be to join the armed forces and serve the motherland. ”

“He was awarded the best cadet for two consecutive years before leading a contingent of NCC Directorate at Republic Day parade in 1994. Soon Vikram joined Indian Military Academy. And rest is history.”

“Among many things that Vikram perfected was the art of driving a jeep with one hand and looking at the aim and shooting with his AK47 with the other hand.”

“I still get goosebumps when I remember the sight of bruises Vikram used to carry after his commando training course, small steps which are very critical towards becoming an effective leader.”

 

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Kiara Advani and Siddharth Malhotra starrer Shershaah, released on August 12 at Amazon Prime Video, This movie is among the most watched film on the streaming platform.