The Netflix mini-series IC 814: The Kandahar Hijack , released on August 29, 2024, dramatizes the 1999 hijacking of Indian Airlines flight IC 814. Directed by Anubhav Sinha, the six-episode series is adapted from the book Flight Into Fear by Captain Devi Sharan and Srinjoy Chowdhury.
The crisis famously ended with the release of three high-profile terrorists in exchange for the safety of the hostages. The series explores the ethical and political dilemma faced by the Indian government during this decision. Why It’s Trending