'IC 814: The Kandahar Hijack': The Story Of Devi Sharan's Bravery

Who Is Devi Sharan: Prepare to experience a gripping drama inspired by a real-life event. 'IC 814: The Kandahar Hijack', a limited series on Netflix, features Vijay Varma in the lead role. The talented actor portrays Captain Devi Sharan's bravery in this six-episode series. Here's more about the man behind Vijay's character.

The series is based on the book 'Flight Into Fear' by Captain Devi Sharan and Srinjoy Chowdhury.

Directed by Anubhav Sinha, known for 'Article 15', IC 814: The Kandahar Hijack recounts one of India's most terrifying events. In 1999, Indian Airlines Flight 814 was hijacked while en route from Kathmandu to Delhi. Five masked men took control of the plane, diverting it to various locations before it finally landed in Kandahar, Afghanistan.

Who exactly is Devi Sharan? At 37 years old, Captain Devi Sharan was piloting Indian Airlines Flight 814 when it was hijacked along with its 188 passengers and crew members. He was accompanied by first officer Rajinder Kumar and flight engineer Anil Kumar Jaggia during the ordeal.

In his book, Devi recounted the most terrifying moment of the hijacking. When Lahore ATC denied his emergency landing request and turned off all emergency lights, he had no choice but to consider crash-landing due to dangerously low fuel levels.

Vijay Varma Shares Pics With Real-Life Devi Sharan

A few days ago, Vijay Varma, who plays Devi Sharan in the series, shared photos with the real-life Captain on Instagram.

Calling it a 'huge honor' to portray Captain Devi Sharan on screen, Vijay wrote a heartfelt note: "Real and Reel Captain Sharan ????????‍✈️????????‍✈️ When I first met captain.. I was taken in by his pleasant smile and his simplicity.. and then I saw a scar on his neck.. I asked him about it.. he simply and politely said "woh hijackers ki gun 7 din tak yahi ragadti rahi toh wound ho gaya tha jo heal nahi hua" I froze. He smiled. I knew I was talking to a real life hero. It was such a huge honour to get to depict Captain Devi Sharan on screen. His efforts to save lives amidst chaos and dread is truly inspiring! A tale of resilience and honour.. of critical thinking and duty.. of patience and hope and most of all.. bravery. We salute you captain ????"