IC814: The Kandahar Hijack – Unveiling the Truth About the Hijackers
IC814 has stirred up significant controversy following the release of Anubhav Sinha's series, IC 814: The Kandahar Hijack. This production, which debuted on Netflix, recounts the harrowing events of Indian Airlines Flight 814, hijacked by five terrorists in December 1999. Critics on social media have expressed outrage, believing that the series deliberately altered the names of the hijackers to make them sound Hindu. This claim ignited a fierce debate, accusing Sinha of misrepresentation and potential insensitivity.
The actual hijackers were known by codenames assigned during the incident: Chief, Doctor, Burger, Bhola, and Shankar. While the names Bhola and Shankar have raised eyebrows, they were not arbitrarily chosen; these were indeed the codenames used by the hijackers. This fact has been confirmed by the Union Home Ministry, shedding light on the truth behind the controversy.
IC 814 tell the story of a nightmare that saw a plane diverted several times before being seized by the Taliban. The negotiations led to the release of prisoners, raising critical conversations around terrorism, hostage situations, and their portrayals in media.
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