IC 814: The Kandahar Hijack Trailer: What Happened During the Kandahar Hijack? Netflix’s upcoming series, IC 814: The Kandahar Hijack, directed by Anubhav Sinha, promises to be a gripping retelling of one of India’s most harrowing aviation crises. The trailer, released ahead of its August 29 premiere, offers a glimpse into the high-stakes drama that unfolded during the hijacking of Indian Airlines Flight IC 814 in December 1999.
Reliving the Terror
The series is based on the book Flight Into Fear by Captain Devi Sharan and Srinjoy Chowdhury, and it aims to provide an in-depth look at the seven-day ordeal that began with an unsettling announcement mid-flight. As the plane made emergency landings in four different countries, the passengers experienced escalating horror, while negotiators worked tirelessly to ensure the safety of all 189 people on board.
Anubhav Sinha’s Return to Series Format: Sinha, who previously directed the series Sea Hawks 27 years ago. They couldn’t refuse the opportunity to tell the story of IC 814. The writer, Trishant, delved into the wealth of information available online, but sought to uncover more nuanced details through interviews with passengers, crew members, and officials involved in the rescue mission. The addition of Adrian Levy, a renowned writer and filmmaker from London, brought a global perspective to the series.
A Star-Studded Cast: The series boasts an impressive ensemble cast. Including Naseeruddin Shah, Pankaj Kapur, Vijay Varma, Arvind Swami, Dia Mirza, Patralekhaa, Amrita Puri, Kumud Mishra, Manoj Pahwa, Anupam Tripathi, Dibyendu Bhattacharya, Sushant Singh, Aditya Srivastava, Rajeev Thakur, and Yashpal Sharma. Their performances are expected to bring depth and authenticity to the retelling of this tragic event.
A Must-Watch Series
Matchbox Shots producer Sanjay Routray has been dedicated to this project for the past five years. The series builds on their previous successes with Netflix, such as Monica, O My Darling and Scoop. With Sinha’s visionary direction and Netflix’s global reach. IC 814: The Kandahar Hijack is set to captivate audiences worldwide. Reminding them of the extraordinary bravery displayed during the hijack of the Kandahar Airfield.