Netflix’s IC 814: The Kandahar Highjack soars to No. 2 globally, trends in 42 countries 814 : Bollywood News

Netflix’s newly released series IC 814: The Kandahar Hijack, directed by Anubhav Sinha and co-created with Trishant Srivastava, has swiftly captured global attention following its debut. Produced by Matchbox Shots in collaboration with Benaras Mediaworks, the series is making waves across 42 countries and is currently ranked #2 on Netflix’s Global Top 10 (Non-English TV) List.

Netflix’s IC 814: The Kandahar Highjack soars to No. 2 globally, trends in 42 countries

The series delves into the harrowing details of one of the most significant incidents in Indian aviation history, offering intense storytelling that resonates with audiences worldwide.

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The ensemble cast of IC 814: The Kandahar Hijack, featuring Naseeruddin Shah, Pankaj Kapur, Vijay Varma, Dia Mirza, Patralekhaa, Kumud Mishra, Manoj Pahwa, and Pooja A Gor, has engaged a wide audience and sparked significant discussion. The series has generated substantial viewer interest and is widely discussed on the platform.

IC 814: The Kandahar Hijack is based on the book 'Flight Into Fear' by Captain Devi Sharan and Srinjoy Chowdhury. Adrian Levy and Trishant Srivastava’s narrative is significant as it goes beyond the basic details of the incident. The screenplay, crafted by Anubhav Sinha and Trishant Srivastava with additional contributions by Nikhil Ravi Shankar, is both engaging and educational, maintaining a cinematic quality. The dialogues, penned by Anubhav Sinha and Trishant Srivastava with additional input from Nikhil Ravi Shankar, are conversational yet incisive.

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