Talented Duo Illuminates 'IC 814: The Kandahar Hijack' on Netflix

Veteran actors Naseeruddin Shah and Pankaj Kapur, esteemed figures in Indian cinema, collaborate in Anubhav Sinha's Netflix series 'IC 814: The Kandahar Hijack'. The series, based on true events, dramatizes the 1999 hijacking of Indian Airlines Flight IC 814. Both actors share mutual admiration and respect for each other's craft.

Veteran actors Naseeruddin Shah and Pankaj Kapur, respected pillars of Indian cinema, have united in the Netflix series 'IC 814: The Kandahar Hijack'. The series, helmed by Anubhav Sinha, meticulously dramatizes the 1999 hijacking of Indian Airlines Flight IC 814, which remains the longest hijacking in the history of Indian aviation.

During a press meet, Shah spoke highly of Kapur, equating their collaboration to a competitive yet respectful tennis match. Shah noted that Kapur's unpredictability and thorough preparation push him to elevate his own performance. Kapur reciprocated, expressing profound admiration and a willingness to learn from Shah's craft.

The series features an ensemble cast, including Vijay Varma, Patralekhaa, and Arvind Swamy. Despite controversy over its portrayal of terrorists and the use of Hindu code names, 'IC 814' has received critical acclaim for its storytelling and performances, providing a hopeful signal for the team amid the OTT era of film and series production.

(With inputs from agencies.)