Netflix Faces Heat Over Controversial Depiction in 'IC-814: The Kandahar Hijack'

The Indian government has summoned Netflix India's content head regarding the series 'IC-814: The Kandahar Hijack'. The series has sparked controversy for its portrayal of hijackers, with claims of misrepresentation and disrespect to national sentiments. The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting is seeking an explanation on the contentious aspects.

The government has summoned Netflix India's content head over the controversial series 'IC-814: The Kandahar Hijack', which has sparked debate over its portrayal of hijackers. The government asserts that no one has the right to toy with national sentiments.

Acting on objections to the 'humane' depiction of hijackers, the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has called for an explanation. The series covers the 1999 hijack of an Indian Airlines flight by Pakistan-based terror group Harkat-ul-Mujahideen.

Critics argue the Netflix series has distorted factual events, an issue that has resonated strongly on social media with hashtags like #BoycottNetflix gaining traction. BJP's IT Cell chief, Amit Malviya, and other political leaders have openly criticized the show's perceived motives.

(With inputs from agencies.)