Anubhav Sinha Describes 'IC 814: The Kandahar Hijack' as a Narrative of Human Strength

Mumbai, Dec 17 (NationPress) Filmmaker Anubhav Sinha, whose OTT series 'IC 814: The Kandahar Hijack', has become one of the most searched web series, stated that narratives like 'IC 814' are not solely for entertainment; they extend beyond that by presenting a story of human resilience, courage, and humanity.
'IC 814: The Kandahar Hijack' is inspired by the hijacking of an Air India flight. Regarded as a true representation of the events, the series unfolds across five airports, five countries, seven days, and includes 188 individuals who were on board the aircraft.
The series maintained its position in the global top 10 for three weeks and in the Indian top 10 for 11 weeks.
Reflecting on the show's success, Anubhav Sinha remarked, “Stories like these are not just meant to entertain; they remind us of resilience, courage, and humanity in the face of unimaginable adversity. It was a humbling experience to bring this story to the screen, and I am deeply grateful for the love it has received from audiences worldwide”.
Actor Vijay Varma, who portrayed Captain Devi Sharan in the series, expressed it was a privilege to represent him on screen.
He stated, “It was an absolute honour to play Captain Devi Sharan on screen. Anubhav Sir assembled a remarkable team of Indian cinema to retell this historic event. I will cherish this show as a badge of honour for the rest of my life”.
December 2024 marks the 25th anniversary of the hijacking, one of the most harrowing incidents in Indian aviation history.
A project that took six years to research, write, and produce, 'IC 814: The Kandahar Hijack' is adapted from the book 'Flight into Fear: The Captain’s Story' by Captain Devi Sharan and Srinjoy Chowdhary.
Producer Sarita Patil of Matchbox Shots commented, “Real-life stories, told authentically and with meticulous attention to detail, resonate globally. This would not have been possible without Netflix's trust in Matchbox and Anubhav Sinha’s creative guidance. A heartfelt thank you”.
The series is available for streaming on Netflix.