Anubhav Sinha's Latest Film, Kandahar, to Premiere in 2023

Unveiling the Story of Indian Airlines Flight 814 and Its Hijacking

The Synopsis

Anubhav Sinha's upcoming film, Kandahar, delves into the harrowing real-life hijacking of Indian Airlines Flight 814.

The film follows the intense 7-day ordeal endured by the passengers and crew, as the plane is forcibly diverted to Kandahar, Afghanistan, in December 1999.

With a star-studded cast including Zoya Hussain, Akshay Oberoi, and Vijay Varma, Kandahar promises to be a gripping and emotionally charged exploration of this historic incident.

The Hijacking

Indian Airlines Flight 814 was a scheduled passenger flight flying from Kathmandu, Nepal, to Delhi, India.

On December 24, 1999, five Pakistani terrorists hijacked the plane, diverting it to Kandahar, Afghanistan.

The hijackers demanded the release of three terrorists imprisoned in India, and threatened to kill the passengers if their demands were not met.

The Aftermath

After a tense and protracted seven-day negotiation, the Indian government agreed to release the three terrorists in exchange for the safe release of the passengers and crew.

The hijacking raised serious questions about the security of India's civil aviation sector, and led to significant reforms in its security protocols.

The incident also highlighted the complex political dynamics between India and Pakistan, and the ongoing tensions in the region.