The recent release of the Netflix series IC 814: The Kandahar Hijack has ignited a debate in India, with netizens accusing the show of whitewashing the events of the 1999 Kandahar hijacking. The series, directed by Anubhav Sinha, tells the harrowing tale of the Indian Airlines flight that was hijacked and taken to Afghanistan, sparking a diplomatic crisis.
Anubhav Sinha expresses gratitude towards appreciation for IC 814: The Kandahar Hijack amid boycott calls: “I am indebted”
While the show has garnered praise for its gripping narrative and performances, it has also faced backlash for its portrayal of the hijackers. Many viewers have expressed dissatisfaction with the decision to change the real names of the terrorists, arguing that it undermines the historical accuracy of the events. This has led to calls for a boycott of the series and accusations of “whitewashing.”
Despite the controversy, director Anubhav Sinha has remained optimistic about the show’s reception. In a recent social media post, he expressed his gratitude for the love and support he has received from viewers. “I have received so much love in the last three days that I cannot describe it. I am indebted,” he wrote, accompanied by a photo of himself enjoying a plate of jalebis.
इसे कहते हैं स्नेही मित्र। इंटरनेट पे पढ़ा मैं जलेबी ढूँढ रहा हूँ और कमाल की जलेबी भेज दी। pic.twitter.com/lWqN698NeX
— Anubhav Sinha (@anubhavsinha) September 1, 2024
इतना प्यार मिला पिछले तीन दिनों में कि बयान नहीं कर सकता। ऋणी।
— Anubhav Sinha (@anubhavsinha) September 1, 2024
Produced by Matchbox Shots in association with Benaras Mediaworks, Anubhav Sinha’s directorial streaming debut is inspired by real events, launched on August 29. Adapted from the book ‘Flight Into Fear’ by Captain Devi Sharan and Srinjoy Chowdhury, the series also captures the heart of negotiations, unveiling the intricate diplomacy within Delhi’s War Room and the tense exchanges at Kandahar’s Negotiation Station.
The series delves into the untold stories, unseen heroes, and unforgettable moments of that fateful day, offering a heart-pumping, thought-provoking drama that explores the complexities of the hijack and features an ensemble cast of Vijay Varma, Pankaj Kapur, Naseeruddin Shah, Arvind Swami, Dia Mirza, Patralekhaa, Amrita Puri, Anupam Tripathi, Kumud Mishra, Manoj Pahwa, Kanwaljeet Singh, Dibyendu Bhattacharya, Sushant Singh, Aditya Srivastava, Rajeev Thakur, and Yashpal Sharma.
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