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In another feature as part of his This Day That Year series, Subhash K Jha looks at Rajiv Rai’s Pyaar Ishq Aur Mohabbat which released in 2001.

Rajiv Rai whose earlier techno-savvy products like Tridev and Mohra created a psychedelic stampede in the theatres, leaves us with mixed feeling about his latest film. Pyaar Ishq Aur Mohabbat is Rai’s mellowest effort to date. Never before has the snowcapped splendour of the by-now cliched Alpine summits in Switzerland been captured with so much emotion and passion.

Right away, full credit must go to Rai’s cinematographer P.S. Vinod for giving Pyar Ishq … a richly textured almost-fairytale look of Scottish wonderment and Swiss sensuality. The lyrical quality that Rai’s well-written-in-parts screenplay endeavours to represent through its quadrangular romance is far more eloquent in the visuals.

Not that the film lacks finer, delicate moments. Rai’s aesthetically appealing work demonstrates a...

Turning the focus on the brilliant 2018 release Mulk, Subhash K Jha presents a new installment of This Day That Year feature and director Anubhav Sinha speaks about the making of the drama.

Whose land is it anyway? At a time when the Indian Muslim finds himself isolated like never before, Anubhav Sinha’s Mulk serves as a jolting reminder of how far into the darkest recesses of distrust and animosity, terrorism has taken the blame game.

It is very hard to believe that Sinha whose earlier credits include fluff stuff like Tum Bin and Ra.One, has actually created this modern political masterpiece which attempts very successfully to humanize a community that has been demonized by some negative elements. And yet Anubhav Sinha’s doesn’t take sides, doesn’t make the Indian Muslim community a portrait of injured innocence.

What it does do—and full-marks to Anubhav Sinha for...

In a new installment of his feature series This Day That Year, Subhash K Jha refocuses on Anubhav Sinha’s Dus, a slick action flick with and all star cast, which just celebrated 20 years since its release.

This film is so cool, you probably need sunglasses to watch it. Unlike its thriller predecessors like Sanjay Gupta’s Kaante, Vikram Bhatt’s Elaan, and Rajiv Rai’s Asambhav, Dus isn’t phony-cool. Nor does it doesn’t seem like a poor country cousin of the Die Hard and Mission Impossible series.

Sure, the screenplay writers Yash and Vinay have borrowed huge chunks—sometimes without alteration—from several Hollywood actioners. And the whole cool-dude attitude that every protagonist wears like designer clothes is straight out of the ultra-chic Men-in-Black prototype that serves as an imperialistic role model for large-screen heroism.

Nevertheless, you have to hand it to Anubhav Sinha. He handles the...

Some things never change. Pritam and his fellow musicians are still singing and playing on the rooftops of skyscrapers, while down below, the world goes on with its rituals of cute courtship and unnecessary breakups.

Obviously inspired by the mother of all segmented cinema, Love Actually, Anurag Basu tells an uneven but finally satisfying saga of four couples in fractured, incomplete relationships who try to find a middle ground between a compromised relationship and a breakup.

Some of it, especially the track featuring Ali Fazal as a struggling musician and Fatima Sana Sheikh as a his insanely patient pregnant girlfriend, work. Others don’t. C’est la vie!

What works wonderfully for me—though I doubt it will connect with the average viewer—is the musical format. The choreography of some of the musical pieces is exceptional, especially in one performance in a pub where couples sing about how they first met.

In a new edition of his feature series This Day That Year, Subhash K Jha shines the spotlight in Anubhav Sinha’s hard hitting crime drama, Article 15, which released in 2019. We also hear from the director about casting and working with Ayushmann Khurrana in the lead role, and how he felt Article 15 was a story that had to be told.

Anubhav Sinha’s stunning film says a lot of things we don’t really want to hear about social discrimination in the cow belt areas. Article 15 takes us to a dusty little town in Uttar Pradesh where a sophisticated liberal cop (Khurrana) joins duty and immediately stumbles onto a horrific caste crime when two girls are gang-raped and hung from a tree. A third girl is missing. Sinha imparts to the search for the girl a ‘thriller’ element that in no way over-dramatizes the film’s incessantly grim mood. The...

Real Men (Maschi veri), an Italian dramedy created by Letizia Lamartire and Matteo Oleotto, follows four middle-aged friends—Luigi, Mattia, Riccardo and Massimo—who reluctantly join a workshop aimed at unlearning entrenched notions of manhood. Set against the backdrop of contemporary Italy’s obsession with social-media influence and public image management, the series balances sharp satire with heartfelt moments of self-examination.

From the very first seminar scene—where the men are confronted about “frat-boy bravado” and “male pride”—Real Men establishes a tone that oscillates between farcical comedy and genuine drama.

In 2025, global audiences are grappling with shifting conversations around gender roles, much as Indian parallel cinema has long interrogated patriarchy through intimate portrayals like Masaan’s quiet reckonings or Anubhav Sinha’s Tumhari Sulu, which highlight personal transformation against societal norms.

Real Men taps into this zeitgeist by using humor—vibrating-toy mishaps, Tinder-setups gone awry—and candid dialogue to...

Indian Cop Films Streaming On Netflix(Photo Credit –Instagram)

Earlier this month, Sailesh Kolanu’s cop action thriller Hit: The Third Case, aka Hit 3, starring Nani in the lead role, hit the big screens. In case you have already watched the film and are looking for some highly rated cop movies to watch on Ott, then you have come to the right place. We have collated a list of some of the highest-rated Indian cop-centric films where the protagonist is a cop, according to their IMDb ratings. For this list, we have mainly included relatively newer films, barring a few exceptions. You can stream these films on various Indian Ott platforms.

10. Nayattu (Release Year – 2021) Available On: Netflix IMDb Rating: 8/10 Plot: The film’s story revolves around three cops, who are forced to run to escape arrest, after the death of a young man just before the elections. But on...

Kesari Chapter 2 And Other Courtroom Dramas On Ott (Photo Credit – YouTube)

In the Indian film industry, replete with larger-than-life action entertainers, laugh-out-loud comedy films, and of course, the charming rom-coms, movies which belong to the more serious courtroom-drama genre are surprisingly very few. Despite the fact that some of the most engaging sequences and nail-biting thrillers have been filmed within a courtroom setup. Kesari Chapter 2: The Untold Story of Jallianwala Bagh starring Akshay Kumar and R. Madhavan, which was released in theatres yesterday, has received rave reviews from critics and viewers alike. For those who loved the film and those who are fond of the legal / courtroom drama genre, we have collated a list of must-watch Indian courtroom drama movies that you can watch across various Ott platforms this weekend. So, here we go:

Section 375 Year of Release – 2019 IMDb Rating – 8.1/10 Streaming Platform – Amazon Prime Video

Directed by Ajay Bahl,...

Did Taapsee Pannu’s Thappad have an impact on Hansal Mehta? ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

The acclaimed director, Hansal Mehta, recently opened up about how the Anubhav Sinha directorial, Taapsee Pannu’s Thappad, shook him to the core, leading to an emotional apology to his ex-wife.

The director, Hansal Mehta, known for hard-hitting cinema like Scam 1992, revealed that watching Thappad pushed him to reflect on his past behavior, particularly in relationships. He saw his own past behavior reflected on screen and couldn’t ignore it.

“I know it is late. But better late than never” – Hansal Mehta

In a recent conversation, Hansal Mehta shared his thoughts on the Thappad movie. When asked about a blog he had previously written—where he expressed regret towards his ex-wife and other women in his life.

Trending Kesari Chapter 2: No Apology In 100 Years To C Sankaran’s Heroic Tale – 3 Reasons Why Akshay Kumar Starrer Is A Must Watch!

Coolie and War 2 Clash (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Coolie, starring Rajinikanth and directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, has been one of the most highly anticipated films in Kollywood. The shooting of the film has been completed, and Rajinikanth is currently involved in another project while post-production work is underway.

According to India Today, the makers initially considered releasing the film on August 14th. While other dates are also being considered, some sources claim that the preferred release date is August 14th, coinciding with Independence Day. A trailer or teaser is expected to be released tomorrow to mark the birthday of the film’s director, Lokesh Kanagaraj.

Meanwhile, War 2 from Bollywood is also eyeing the same release date. War 2 boasts an impressive cast, including two Pan-Indian stars, Hrithik Roshan and Jr. Ntr. The film is a sequel to 2019’s War, and its plot reportedly revolves around a clash between Hrithik Roshan and Jr.

Dabba Cartel Ott Verdict: Shabana Azmi & Gang Fall Below The 1st Web Series Of 2025! (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Shabana Azmi and her gang of women recently arrived on Netflix with the Thane version of Narcos! Dabba Cartel arrived on the Ott platform, amidst rave reviews from the audiences. But the viewership of the opening week could not match the first web series that arrived on the platform!

Brilliant Start Of Year!

Netflix started the year with a bang when Vikramaditya Motwane’s web series Black Warrant arrived on the platform in January. Based on Tihar Jail’s account of a Jailer, the web series garnered 2.3 million views in its opening week when it made its way to the global top 10 trending non-English shows on Netflix!

Dabba Cartel Ott Verdict

Starring Shabana Azmi, Jyotika, Shalini Pandey, Anjali Anand, and Nimisha Sajayan, the web series managed to garner 1.8 million views in its opening week on Netflix.

This time in his terrific This Day That Year feature series Subhash K Jha looks at Anubhav Sinha’s Thappad, which released in 2020 and featured the brilliant Taapsee Pannu.

Damaged humanism, fractured emotions, and flawed relationships are the crux of Great Cinema. If there was no Auschwitz, there would be no Schindler’s List. If Madhubala had not died so young, would we still think of her as being so unattainable? And if Romeo and Juliet had lived happily ever after, would Shakespeare’s play have become a timeless classic?

Thappad is a flawed but important film on a fractured marriage. Like director Anubhav Sinha’s earlier monumental works Mulk and Article 15, Thappad tears at the hypocrisy of the middle class to show how pathetically short we fall as a collective nation when it comes to basic human rights even within the four walls of private homes.

The issue in Thappad is ostensibly solvable.

Hrithik Roshan Once Revealed Being Sad When He Finished Doing Koi Mil Gaya (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Hrithik Roshan gave us many memorable movies, but Koi Mil Gaya will always remain closest to everyone’s hearts. This is mainly because of how he portrayed Rohit Mehra, a developmentally disabled man. It was close to Hrithik’s heart, and the actor once opened up about getting emotional on the last day of the film’s shooting. Scroll below for the deets.

It is both critically and commercially successful, with an amazing cast led by Hrithik Preity Zinta and Rekha. It turned things around in Hrithik’s career as he gave a few flops before that. The sci-fi movie served as a breakthrough film, and with that, Roshan established his versatility as an actor.

A report by Peeping Moon revealed that Hrithik Roshan once, in an interview, had said how he felt when...

What does Nawazuddin Siddiqui think about comparisons with Irrfan Khan? (Photo Credit – Wikipedia)

Nawazuddin Siddiqui is a name that resonates with brilliance in Indian cinema. His journey from humble beginnings to becoming one of the finest actors of his generation is nothing short of inspiring.

Time and again, the praiseworthy words have been equated with Nawazuddin and late Irrfan Khan, another magnificent film actor. However, Nawazuddin would always say his difference. He has said it one time too many, “Mein aapne jaise kaam karne ko aya hu, mein kissi ke jaisa kaam karne ko nahi aya hu. Of course, woh great actor hein, lekin mujhe apni pehchan banani hai.” One can see clearly in the quote his effort to distinguish himself from the line of artists whom he admires.

One can sense the truth of his heart by the exact style, he acts all his characters with. Taking into consideration the Haddi actor,...

Kalki 2898 Ad World Premiere (Photo Credit – Facebook)

When the world is drowning in darkness, the incarnation of Kalki emerges as a ray of hope. An avatar destined to fight evil and restore Dharma. Kalki 2898 Ad brings to life this prophecy, intertwining it with the legend of Ashwatthama; the immortal warrior cursed to walk the earth for eternity. With Amitabh Bachchan portraying this role, the film unfolds as a cinematic spectacle, featuring never-seen-before visuals and an awe-inspiring world. Witness this grand experience at the World Television Premiere of Kalki 2898 Ad on Sunday, 16th February at 8 Pm, only on Zee Cinema.

From the visionary mind of Nag Ashwin, Kalki 2898 Ad redefines Indian cinema with revolutionary VFX, breathtaking visuals, and an unparalleled fusion of mythology and futurism. From colossal battles to dystopian cities, every frame is crafted with incredible detail, creating an immersive storytelling experience like never before.

The...

B Praak, Podcast, Controversy, Ranveer Allahbadia, Cultural Clash (Photo Credit – Instagram)

B Praak has decided to withdraw from YouTuber Ranveer Allahbadia’s podcast amid the ongoing controversy regarding his inappropriate comments on comedian Samay Raina’s show, India’s Got Latent. Allahbadia, popularly known as BeerBiceps on social media, faced significant backlash for his offensive remark, leading to widespread criticism. Although he issued a public apology, the situation continued to escalate.

In an Instagram post, B Praak shared his decision to cancel his appearance on Ranveer’s podcast. He expressed his disapproval and criticized the YouTuber for endorsing content that contradicts Indian cultural values.

B Praak said, “I was about to go for a podcast on BeerBiceps, and we canceled that because of the kind of pathetic thinking and the kind of words used on Samay Raina’s show. This is not our Indian culture. What kind of things you are sharing about your parents?...

Bhumika Tewari’s New Role In Dharma Productions (Photo Credit – Twitter/Instagram)

Unfolding a new chapter in their glorious cinematic journey, Karan Johar’s Dharma Productions has appointed Bhumika Tewari as the Head Of Content Acquisition and Film Distribution Worldwide. This new development comes amid the production house paving its way for expansion into Hindi and regional cinema with a more diverse and unique content. Under Bhumika’s creative leadership, the production house will ensure and reinforce their vision of bringing forth diverse narratives, nurturing regional talent, and elevating Indian cinema globally.

Bhumika Tewari’s role as the Content Acquisition and Film Distribution Worldwide head at Dharma Productions will focus on acquiring high-quality films across various languages like Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Marathi, Malayalam, Punjabi and Kannada while also independently distributing its own productions and third-party movies.

Furthermore, the production house will focus on establishing regional hubs to facilitate operations and...

Shah Rukh Khan’s Ra.One Director Anubhav Sinha On The Movie’s Failure (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Shah Rukh Khan’s 2011 sci-fi superhero action film Ra.One might not have struck a chord with the audience back then, especially when it came to the box office numbers. However, it is still hailed as one of the films which dared to do something different in Bollywood especially in the spectrum of the VFX. In a recent interview with The Lallantop, director Anubhav Sinha, who helmed the movie, opened up about its failure. He not only recalled getting overwhelmed while making the movie but also hinted at a negativity from the industry towards the same.

Anubhav Sinha On Shah Rukh Khan’s Ra.One Emerging As A Box Office Flop

Anubhav Sinha revealed that he could sense some unspoken hostility against Ra.One from Bollywood. He further pointed out issues in the script and...

Renowned director Anubhav Sinha, famous for impactful films like Mulk, Article 15, Thappad, and Anek, recently opened up about his experience making Ra.

One, a pivotal project in his career. In a frank discussion, Sinha talked about the hurdles he encountered during production, which ultimately contributed to the film’s struggles.

The Birth of Ra.One

Sinha shared that he first came up with the idea for Ra.One back in 2005 and started writing it the next year. However, it wasn’t until Shah Rukh Khan announced the film at a press event in Berlin that things really kicked off. Sinha recalled being bombarded with calls for eight straight hours, unable to confirm the news. When he finally got in touch with Khan, the actor simply said, “Why hide it?”

The Production Journey of Ra.One

Sinha admitted that Ra.One didn’t turn out the way he had hoped. Even with a...

When Netflix’s “Squid Game” became a global phenomenon in 2021, it catapulted its cast into the international spotlight. For Anupam Tripathi, the India-born, Korea-based actor who portrayed Ali Abdul, it marked a turning point in his career that has since spanned continents and industries.

“After ‘Squid Game,’ life has turned around a lot for me,” Tripathi tells Variety. “Everybody knows me in the Korean industry now.” Post “Squid Game,” Tripathi played the role of Prince Samir in Korean drama “King the Land,” which brought increased public recognition. “It happens every time,” he says of being recognized on the streets. “People remember me. They call me Ali. And sometimes after ‘King the Land,’ they started calling me Prince.”

The actor’s rise hasn’t been limited to Korea. He recently appeared in Anubhav Sinha’s hit Netflix India series “Ic 814: The Kandahar Hijack,” based on the real-life hijacking of an...

Netflix is embroiled in a legal dispute with Asian News International (Ani) over the streaming giant’s hit series “Ic 814: The Kandahar Hijack.”

The drama, directed by Anubhav Sinha, is a fictionalized version of the 1999 hijacking of Indian Airlines Flight 814, which was en route from Kathmandu to New Delhi when it was diverted to Kandahar, Afghanistan. The series is currently No. 2 on Netflix’s Global Top 10 Non-English shows.

In a suit filed with the Delhi High Court, the news agency alleges copyright infringement over archival Ani footage used in the series and wants four episodes of the six-episode show to be taken down. Netflix declined to comment when approached by Variety as it is an ongoing legal matter. The court will hear the matter on Friday.

The series has experienced turbulence since it started streaming on Aug. 29. Some social media users took umbrage with the fact that the hijackers...

Based on the traumatic hijacking of Indian Airlines Flight 814 in 1999, Netflix’s Ic 814: The Kandahar Hijack takes a compelling look at the intense saga through multiple lenses. Helmed by acclaimed director Anubhav Sinha and starring big-name talents like Vijay Varma, Naseeruddin Shah, and Pankaj Kapur, the six-part miniseries aims to transport viewers back in time to witness the harrowing ordeal as it unfolded for those in the air and on the ground.

On December 24, 1999, Indian Airlines flight Ic 814 was seized mid-journey from Kathmandu to Delhi by a group of terrorists. Over the next unimaginable seven days, 171 terrified passengers and crew were held hostage thousands of feet in the sky. Meanwhile, a team of government officials and negotiators desperately worked behind the scenes on the ground to facilitate the plane’s safe landing and passengers’ release. Through this high-stakes drama, Sinha explores the crisis from start to finish through multiple moving parts.

Inspired by true events, Ic 814: The Kandahar Hijack tells the story of the longest hijacking in Indian aviation history. The series takes place in 1999, when a passenger plane is hijacked by five attackers and rerouted several times — eventually landing in Taliban-controlled territory. As the event unfolds, it sparks an international political crisis. From director Anubhav Sinha (Article 15) and adapted from the book Flight into Fear: A Captain’s Story, Ic 814: The Kandahar Hijackstars Vijay Varma, Naseeruddin Shah, and Pankaj Kapur.

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As the passengers of Indian Airlines flight 814 board the plane at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, Nepal, they anticipate an hour-long flight to Delhi, India. But well after the plane hits cruising altitude, five armed men take everyone hostage. The six-episode limited series follows the events that transpire, from the chaos up in...

The content head of Netflix India, Monika Shergill, has been summoned by the Indian government in response to the growing controversy surrounding the web series Ic 814 – The Kandahar Hijack. The series, which focuses on the 1999 hijacking of an Indian Airlines flight by Pakistan-based terrorist group Harkat-ul-Mujahideen, has faced significant backlash on social media. Critics have accused the creators of the show, Anubhav Sinha and Trishant Srivastava, of intentionally altering the names of the hijackers to “Bhola” and “Shankar,” names that are typically associated with Hindu deities, which has sparked outrage.

The series is based on the book Flight Into Fear: The Captain’s Story by Devi Sharan, who was the captain of the hijacked flight, and journalist Srinjoy Chowdhury. It features prominent actors like Naseeruddin Shah, Vijay Varma, and Pankaj Kapur. The story recounts the dramatic events of December 24, 1999, when Indian Airlines flight 814, carrying 191 passengers, was hijacked shortly after taking off from Kathmandu,...

The Indian Airlines hijacking by the terrorists in 1999 is an event that is hard to forget. The horror that ensued for the next few days leading up to the release of the hostages and the negotiations between the terrorists and the Indian government led to many developments. Ic 814: Kandahar Hijack, created by Anubhav Sinha and Trishant Srivastava, is a Hindi-language miniseries that is based on the book ‘Flight into Fear.’ The show retells the story of the hijack and the drama that ensued. Released on the 29th of August 2024, the show is six episodes long.

As everyone is aware, Ic 814: Kandahar Hijack chronicles the story of the December 24th, 1999, hijacking of the Indian Airlines flight from Kathmandu to Delhi. As the flight was hijacked by several terrorists belonging to the neighboring nation, the Indian government and several top agencies, namely, R&aw, Ib, and the police, went into...

Marking the return to television for its director, Indian filmmaker Anubhav Sinha, Netflixs Ic 814: The Kandahar Hijack brings to life the true story of a nightmarish hijacking that may put to shame even Apple TV+s Hijack, which is largely fictional. Based on the book Flight into Fear - A Captains Story by Captain Devi Sharan (who piloted the doomed flight) and journalist Srinjoy Chowdhury, the Indian Netflix series will chronicle the events surrounding the hijacking of Indian Airlines Flight 814 (Ic 814) on 24 December 1999. Although the hijacking has paved the way for multiple Indian films throughout the years, the story will be adapted for television for the first time, featuring an ensemble cast including Naseeruddin Shah, Pankaj Kapur, Vijay Varma, Dimple Kapadia (Tenet) and Arvind Swami. According to PBS Frontline, the hijacking of Ic 814 was part of the pan-Islamist terrorist organization Al-Qaedas millennium attack plots, which were planned to take...

Ic 814: The Kandahar Hijack is a six-episode limited series, with which noted Indian filmmaker Anubhav Sinha debuts on the Ott platform. The history behind the hijacking of the Indian Airlines flight Ic 814 is already available in the public domain, so a fictional show inspired by these real-life events may become a frivolous attempt if it doesn’t carefully balance factual accuracy with creative freedom. But Sinha, along with his co-writer Trishant Srivastava and Adrian Levy, who takes credit for the story, respects the gravity of the events. They craft a riveting narrative that not only captures our attention but also compels us to engage deeply with the unfolding drama, even as we remain acutely aware of the outcome. It is a tense hijack thriller that refuses to adhere to the tried and tested tropes of high-octane action sequences or principal characters blurting out nationalistic rhetoric or jingoistic dialogues to...

Netflix’s Ic-814: The Kandahar Hijack revolves around the tragic events of December 24th, 1999, when an Indian passenger plane was hijacked by some Islamist militants while it was flying to Delhi from Kathmandu. At that point in time, the flight had some 176 passengers onboard, along with the crew and their brave captain, Devi Sharan. Despite the Indian government’s initial reluctance to negotiate with terrorists, the officials managed to bring the passengers back to India safely. Anubhav Sinha’s Ic-814 plays like an intense thriller that realistically captures the ordeal hostages went through. So, without any further ado, let’s find out more about these unsung heroes through our cast and character guide.

Captain Devi Sharan

Vijay Varma once again proves his incredible talent by portraying Captain Devi Sharan (or Sharan Dev) in Ic-814: The Kandahar Hijack. We’ve seen Vijay deliver powerful performances in Darlings and Mirzapur, and he doesn’t disappoint here either.

Netflix’s Ic-814 The Kandahar Hijack, created by Anubhav Sinha, is based on a tragic incident that was documented pretty well by the media back in the day. Apart from the media, a lot of films made earlier have been loosely based on the Kandahar hijacking. Captain Devi Sharan has also written a book titled “Flight Into Fear: A Captain’s Story,” where he has spoken about his experience on the hijacked flight and all that he had to endure when he was stuck in the cockpit with a gun pointed at his head. Most of the things shown in the series pertaining to Captain Devi Sharan actually happened in real life. Vijay Verma has portrayed the character of Captain Devi Sharan on screen. Considering Vijay Verma’s character is being treated as the protagonist, I felt a little disappointed after watching the series, as his character was not at all fleshed out.

For six gripping and flab-free episodes of Anubhav Sinha’s revisitation of the Kandahar hijacking, I forgot to breathe. Yes, it is that engaging. So for those who may want to ask, ‘Why another series on the oft-visited Kandahar hijack episode?’ the answer is elementary: no matter how many times you visit a shameful chapter of history, for example the holocaust, you come up with a new perspective on what precipitates a historic mess up of this magnitude.

In this case, the hijacked plane had landed for emergency fuelling in Amritsar. The hijackers could have been nabbed at this point in the crisis. Redtapism blew our chances. As it often does.

Anubhav Sinha doesn’t make the same mistake. He reconstructs the entire episode with a vigour that repudiates any technical error. Sinha is in his element here, mixing the authenticity of documentation with the rigours of fictionalization. The end-result is steady ….and heady.

Ic 814: The Kandahar Hijack, directed by Anubhav Sinha, is the story of how terrorists from our neighboring nation had the audacity to hijack a plane and coerce the Indian regime to adhere to their demands. The relationship between the two nations was already weakened after the Kargil War, where the Pakistani army, under the leadership of General Pervez Musharaff, infiltrated Indian territory. For the longest time, they denied any sort of involvement and put all the blame on the Mujahideens. So, let’s find out what happened in Ic 814’s ending, what was the motive of the hijackers, and if the Indian diplomats were able to save the passengers on board.

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What demands did the hijackers place?

Once the Indian delegation, under the leadership of Ranjan Mishra, got to know that Ibrahim and Amjad Farooq were related to Masood Azhar, they knew exactly what they wanted. However,...

The Kandahar Hijack is often cited as an example of the failure of Indian diplomacy during a crisis. The delayed decision-making, the fear of taking on the onus, and the lack of a clear vision resulted in the loss of an innocent life and a seven-day-long hijack of Indian Airlines Flight 814. Directed by Anubhav Sinha, Ic 814: The Kandahar Hijack dives deep to understand the delayed negotiation and the impact that it had on the passengers.

The series is an adaptation of Flight Into Fear by Captain Devi Sharan and Srinjoy Chowdhury, starring veteran actors Naseeruddin Shah and Pankaj Kapoor as the chiefs of the crisis management group. The series also features Vijay Verma as Captain Sharan, Patralekhaa Paul as flight attendant Indrani, and Dia Mirza as Shalini Chandra, editor of Indian Headlines. Ic 814: The Kandahar Hijack marks Sinha’s first time directing a series, and while the use...

There is a pretty thick line between using history to educate audiences and using history to benefit from certain (problematic) political trends that are being promoted through the world of entertainment. Now, there’s no doubt about the fact that there are so many unbelievable events happening nationally and internationally that it’s difficult to document everything so that the common man can be aware of such occurrences. And highlighting these incidents through movies or shows is necessary. But the act of repeatedly telling a well-documented incident via several movies feels odd. I mean, if a real-life story has been adapted in the form of feature films five times already, then artists should understand that taking yet another swipe at it will make it seem like they’re milking a tragic story to stoke certain nationalist sentiments. Well, I guess the makers of Ic 814: The Kandahar Attack weren’t hit with that realization,...

The trailer for the Netflix series Ic 814: The Kandahar Hijack is now out. The show is based on the 1999 hijacking of an Indian aircraft by Pakistani militants. The nearly three-minute video opens with a tense scene in the cockpit, where Vijay Varma, playing the pilot, is terrified as a terrorist points a gun at him. The militants are then shown torturing the passengers.

We learn that there are a total of 176 passengers on board, but the hijackers have made no demands. While many blame Vijay for taking off from Amritsar airport, his wife, played by Pooja Gor, has unwavering faith in him. The trailer also shows Indian and Pakistani diplomats in conversation, trying to resolve the crisis. The video ends with Vijay attempting to land the plane, communicating with Lahore Atc, and stating that the aircraft has run out of fuel.

The makers dropped the trailer on YouTube with the caption,...

Based on a true story, the Netflix series Ic 814: The Kandahar Hijack marked its world premiere at the Indian Film Festival, Melbourne yesterday, at Hoyts. Attendees were left on the edge of their seats wanting more. Produced by Matchbox Shots in association with Benaras Mediaworks, Anubhav Sinha’s directorial streaming debut is inspired by real events launches 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.

Expressing his gratitude, Anubhav Sinha shares, “Working on Ic 814: The Kandahar Hijack has been a deep and meaningful journey as we tried to capture the essence of this historical event with authenticity and respect. The team and I are incredibly proud to be able to showcase the first two...

After a 27-year hiatus from television, veteran Indian filmmaker Anubhav Sinha is making his streaming series debut with Netflix’s “Ic 814: The Kandahar Hijack.”

The six-episode thriller, based on the 1999 hijacking of an Indian Airlines flight, marks Sinha’s first return to long-form storytelling since his early days in television, which includes Dd Metro series “Sea Hawks.”

The drama, adapted from the book “Flight Into Fear” by Captain Devi Sharan and Srinjoy Chowdhury, explores the crisis from multiple angles. It offers a multifaceted look at the incident, showcasing the tense negotiations in Delhi’s War Room, the high-stakes diplomacy at Taliban-controlled Kandahar, and the terrifying ordeal faced by passengers and crew aboard the hijacked aircraft.

Sinha, known for socially conscious films like “Article 15” and “Thappad,” initially resisted the idea of making a series. “I was doing films, so I wasn’t interested,” he tells Variety. However, a persistent...

Netflix India has unveiled the highly anticipated trailer for its upcoming mini-series, “Ic 814: The Kandahar Hijack,” slated for release on August 29. The series delves into the harrowing 1999 hijacking of Indian Airlines Flight Ic 814, bringing to life one of the most traumatic events in India’s recent history.

The series boasts an impressive ensemble cast featuring veteran actors such as Naseeruddin Shah, Vijay Varma, Manoj Pahwa, Kumud Mishra, Arvind Swamy, Dia Mirza, Pankaj Kapur, and Patralekhaa. This project also marks the Ott debut of acclaimed director Anubhav Sinha, known for his impactful dramas like Mulk, Thappad, Article 15, and Bheed. Produced under his banner, Benaras Media Works, the series promises to be a gripping retelling of the events that unfolded during the hijacking..

The trailer offers a tense and immersive experience, capturing the extreme fear and uncertainty faced by the 188 passengers aboard the ill-fated flight. It opens with the sudden takeover of the aircraft by militants,...

Anubhav Sinha is set to make his streaming debut with “Ic 814: The Kandahar Hijack,” a thrilling series based on the real-life hijacking of an Indian aircraft in 1999 by five Pakistani militants. The series will premiere on Netflix India on August 29 and boasts an ensemble cast.

The teaser opens with Indian passengers preparing for takeoff from Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, Nepal, heading to Indira Gandhi International Airport in New Delhi. Vijay Varma, portraying pilot Sharan Dev, instructs the passengers to sit back and relax. Suddenly, five masked militants hijack the plane, putting the pilot at gunpoint and assaulting the air hostess, plunging everyone into terror.

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The stakes are high as the teaser emphasizes that the hijack is not just a crisis for the passengers but a matter of national security. Indian government officials, played by Pankaj Kapur,...

Malabika Das’s Mother on Her Demise, Jason Shah Criticizes Heeramandi Shoot – Top Trending News. (Photo Credit – Instagram)

In Bollywood news, acclaimed filmmaker Anurag Kashyap candidly discussed his battle with depression and the unwavering support he received from industry friends. Meanwhile, veteran actor Shatrughan Sinha addressed swirling rumors surrounding his daughter Sonakshi Sinha’s wedding plans. The highly anticipated teaser for the upcoming season of the web series Mirzapur has been released, offering fans a glimpse into what’s to come. Additionally, actor Jason Shah shed light on the work environment behind the scenes of Heeramandi.

Amidst somber news, the mother of late actress Noor Malabika Das opened up about her daughter’s tragic passing.

On a brighter note, the trailer for Kalki 2898 Ad has piqued audience interest, while Vijay Sethupathi’s film ‘Maharaja’ has finalized its runtime, promising an engaging cinematic experience.

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Netflix India is set to delve into another gripping true story. Peepingmoon.com has exclusively learned that the streaming giant is developing a web series based on “Operation Safed Sagar,” a crucial mission carried out by the Indian Air Force (Iaf) during the 1999 Kargil War between India and Pakistan.

Renowned director Oni Sen, known for his work on the popular web series “Asur,” has been chosen to helm this project. The series will be produced by Sanjay Routray, Sarita Patil, and Dikssha Jyoti Routray under the Matchbox Shots banner. The show will depict the Iaf’s historic 47-day operation, executed in collaboration with the Indian Army’s ground forces, aimed at dislodging Pakistani troops from Indian positions along the Line of Control. This operation, launched on May 26, 1999, involved precision airstrikes using fighter planes, attack helicopters, and unmanned aerial vehicles to clear high-altitude enemy positions.

Operation Safed Sagar was a landmark in military aviation history,...

Srikanth Box Office Collection Gives A Hope For The Rajkummar Rao Film ( Photo Credit – YouTube )

Srikanth, on its fifth day, has performed surprisingly at the box office, and it seems like Rajkummar Rao‘s film is moving ahead in a very strategic manner. In five days, the grand total of the film will stand at 15 crore in India, and it would be interesting to see if the biopic sticks with the plan.

Srikanth Box Office Collection Day 5

According to the early trends, the biopic helmed by Tushar Hiranandani collected 1.75 crore – 1.9 crore at the box office on the first Tuesday – as much as it collected on the first Monday, which is quite rare.

On the first Monday, Srikanth witnessed a 68% drop at the box office, earning 1.75 crore, and on Tuesday, it might have earned the same amount without any drop or jump, which might be a good strategy to hold the numbers.

Srikanth Box Office Collection Day 1 Might Bring Rajkummar Rao A Breather! ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Rajkummar Rao’s Srikanth has opened to positive reviews at the box office, and the opening day collection of the film is hinting at a decent run over the upcoming week. However, it is much better than the actor’s last release at the box office.

Srikanth Box Office Collection Day 1

According to the early trends, the biopic by Tushar Hiranandani might open in the range of 2.20 – 2.40 crore. If it goes past this mark, then things might work very well in the film’s favor; otherwise, it might be a decent opening for an actor who has been struggling at the box office for a long time.

Srikanth is a heartfelt story of a man who believed in himself rather than doubting his abilities due to his physical disability. He turns the wheel of fate, and...

Mumbai, April 21 (Ians) Filmmaker Hansal Mehta, who scooped praise for his recent streaming series ‘Lootere’ and ‘Scoop’, is busy with the production of his new project.

Taking to Instagram on Sunday, the filmmaker shared snapshots from the shoot.

He showcased his sartorial elegance in the images, dressed in baggy pants, a white shirt, and a cream-coloured jacket.

In the caption, Hansal wrote: “Baggy pants. Nip in the air. On location with @rishghel @gyaskz.02 @nikita_bavishi.”

The first picture depicts the director surrounded by his crew at an undisclosed location against the backdrop of Victorian architecture.

The second picture captures the director briefing his actors inside an atrium with a staircase adjacent to him.

Members of the film fraternity flooded the comments section, praising Hansal for his choice of outfit.

Director Anubhav Sinha, who is known for ‘Mulk’ and ‘Article 15’, commented, “Star hai tu”.

Actress Neena Gupta wrote: “Kya style hai sir.

International Women’s Day 2024 is a time to reflect on the achievements and struggles of women worldwide. It’s a day to celebrate their resilience, strength, and contributions to society. In the realm of cinema, numerous films have captured the essence of womanhood, shedding light on their diverse experiences and challenges.

Here are five outstanding women-centric Bollywood films that resonate with the spirit of International Women’s Day:

“Thappad”: Directed by Anubhav Sinha, “Thappad” portrays the story of a woman who takes a stand against domestic violence after being slapped by her husband. The film challenges societal norms and highlights the importance of self-respect and empowerment.“Lipstick Under My Burkha”: Directed by Alankrita Shrivastava, “Lipstick Under My Burkha” follows the secret lives of four women from different backgrounds who seek freedom and fulfillment amidst societal constraints. The film explores themes of sexuality, desire, and women’s agency.“English...

2023 was a monumental year for Netflix in India. The platform saw huge audiences for the movies and series and unprecedented recognition for the creators and talent. So, in 2024, they are excited to raise the bar even further – Blockbuster Entertainment Ka Next Level!

Monika Shergill, Vice President – Content, Netflix India, said, “2023 was our most successful year, and it has been hugely rewarding to see our members and critics love stories across genres and emotions from India – and around the world. In 2024, we’re taking this thrill to the next level. The biggest names and freshest voices in Indian entertainment are bringing their most special films, series, and documentaries to Netflix, and we can’t wait for you to watch them.”

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2023 was a monumental year for Netflix in India. It saw huge fandom for their movies and series, and unprecedented recognition for their creators and talent. So in 2024, they’re excited to raise the bar even further. Monika Shergill, Vice President – Content, Netflix India, said, “2023 was our most successful year, and it has been hugely rewarding to see our members and critics love stories across genres and emotions from India – and around the world. In 2024, we’re taking this thrill to the next level. The biggest names and freshest voices in Indian entertainment are bringing their most special films, series and documentaries to Netflix, and we can’t wait for you to watch them.”

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Netflix has revealed a string of features and TV series from India that are set to debut on the platform in 2024, including anticipated drama Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar from award-winning filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali.

A release date has not seen set for the first streaming project from Bhansali, who is known for historical epics such Gangubai Kathiawadi, which screened at the Berlinale in 2022, Sony-backed Saawariya and Devdas, which screened at Cannes in 2002. Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar will follow the lives of courtesans in pre-independence India and stars Manisha Koirala, Sonakshi Sinha and Aditi Rao Hydari, among others.

The slate comprises eight features,...

Netflix has revealed its upcoming 2024 Indian slate and Monika Shergill, VP, content has outlined the streamer’s commissioning philosophy and strategy for the country.

New titles on the slate include: Luv Ranjan comedy film “Wild Wild Punjab”; Neeraj Pandey heist film “Sikandar Ka Muqaddar”; scripted Anubhav Sinha thriller series “Ic 814: The Kandahar Hijack”; Kapil Sharma’s unscripted comedy series “The Great Indian Kapil Show”; and cricket themed docu-series “The Greatest Rivalry – India vs Pakistan,” featuring top Indian and Pakistani cricketers.

These are in addition to a host of previously announced films and returning series across multiple genres. Highlights include Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s lavish period drama “Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar” and Nisha Pahuja’s Oscar-nominated documentary “To Kill a Tiger.”

“Overall, if I look at the slate, I think the incredible diversity that we are very intentionally programmed to is something that I’m very excited about,” Shergill told Variety.

Netflix unveiled its 2024 content slate targeting India’s expanding streaming market at a talent-packed gala event Tuesday in Mumbai. The company’s latest India lineup is notably diverse, spanning an array of genres across eight feature films and 14 series, but it’s also a slight step down in terms of volume compared to recent years (Netflix released as many as 40 original Indian titles in 2021).

Dubbed “Next on Netflix: Blockbuster Entertainment Ka Next Level,” the Mumbai gathering was hosted by Netflix’s top executive in the country, Monika Shergill, vp of content for Netflix India.

“2023 was our most successful year, and it has been hugely rewarding to see our members and critics love stories across genres and emotions from India — and around the world,” Shergill said. “In 2024, we’re taking this thrill to the next level. The biggest names and freshest voices in Indian entertainment are bringing their most special films,...

Netflix has unveiled an eclectic, star-studded India slate for 2024.

New films on the slate include comedy “Wild Wild Punjab” from producers Luv Ranjan and Ankur Garg and director Simarpreet Singh, where a group of drunk boys decide to avenge a friend’s breakup by crashing his ex’s wedding and achieve closure. Varun Sharma, Sunny Singh, Manjot Singh, Jassie Gill Patralekhaa and Ishita Raj star. Neeraj Pandey’s heist thriller “Sikandar Ka Muqaddar” spans 18 years and will be shot across multiple locations in India and internationally.

New scripted series include Anubhav Sinha and Trishant Srivastava’s thriller “Ic 814: The Kandahar Hijack.” On Dec. 24, 1999, Indian Airlines flight Ic 814, en route from Kathmandu to New Delhi, was hijacked and taken to Kandahar in Taliban-controlled Afghanistan. The series tells the story of the hijack that lasted seven days. The massive cast includes Vijay Verma, Patralekhaa, Pankaj Kapoor, Naseeruddin Shah, Arvind Swami and Dia Mirza.