IC 814: The Kandahar Hijack Now Streaming

The Netflix series 'IC 814: The Kandahar Hijack', which began streaming on August 29, has garnered impressive reviews and significant viewership despite some controversy. Directed by Anubhav Sinha, it features an ensemble cast including Vijay Varma, who plays the captain of the hijacked airplane, and Amrita Puri, who portrays a newsroom reporter. The series is based on Captain Devi Sharan's memoir and recounts the dramatic events of the 1999 Air India flight hijacking. Varma celebrated the show's success by likening it to a 'box-office tsunami', while Puri discussed the evolving landscape of journalism depicted in the series. Anupam Tripathi, noted for his role in 'Squid Game', also makes his Indian debut in this series, highlighting the opportunity to work with iconic actors. Overall, the series aims to shed light on the complexities of the hijacking and the media's role during that turbulent time.