IC 814 Kandahar Hijack: Netflix To Unveil Harrowing Tale Of 1999 Hijacking

IC 814 The Kandahar Hijack OTT Release Date: On December 24, 1999, Indian Airlines Flight IC 814 took off from Kathmandu to New Delhi. Unbeknownst to the passengers and crew, they were about to endure a harrowing seven-day ordeal of terror. Netflix has announced that IC 814: The Kandahar Hijack will premiere on August 29.

Following the success of Monica, O My Darling and the drama series Scoop, Netflix collaborates again with Matchbox Shots and Benaras Mediaworks. This time, they bring the gripping story of IC 814's hijacking. Anubhav Sinha, known for his impactful storytelling, directs this series, marking his streaming debut. The cast includes industry veterans like Naseeruddin Shah and Pankaj Kapur, alongside Vijay Varma, Arvind Swamy, Dia Mirza, Patralekhaa, Amrita Puri, Kumud Mishra, Manoj Pahwa, and Anupam Tripathi from Squid Game.

Anubhav Sinha and Trishant Srivastava have created and written this six-episode series. It immerses viewers in the intense reality faced by those on board the hijacked flight at 30,000 feet. The narrative follows a determined team in India working tirelessly to decode the hijackers' demands and secure the safe return of all passengers.

The series promises to deliver a gripping portrayal of the crisis that unfolded during those seven days. With every moment filled with tension and uncertainty, viewers will witness the relentless efforts of Indian authorities as they navigate through this high-stakes situation.

IC 814: The Kandahar Hijack is set to captivate audiences with its detailed recounting of events. Don't miss its release on Netflix on August 29.