Major Vihaan Singh Shergill (Vicky Kaushal) leads a successful ambush against NSCN(K) militants in Manipur. Despite his brilliance, he requests a desk job in New Delhi to care for his mother, who suffers from Stage VI Alzheimer’s. 2. The Uri Attack (September 18, 2016)

The film then flashes back to the early life of Major Vihaan Singh, who lost his family in a terrorist attack. He joins the army to avenge his family's death and to serve the nation. The film explores his journey, from being a young officer to leading the surgical strike mission.

The supporting cast, including Yashaswi Yadav, Dalip Tahil, and Neeraj Pandey, add depth and complexity to the story. Manoj Kumar Iyer, as General Rawat, brings a sense of authority and gravitas to the film.