Netflix Series on IC-814 Hijack Faces Backlash Over Historical Accuracy
Controversy erupts as critics accuse the show of misrepresenting hijackers' identities and offending sentiments.
- The series 'IC 814: Kandahar Hijack' uses code names like 'Bhola' and 'Shankar' for the hijackers, sparking outrage.
- Critics argue the show inaccurately portrays the hijackers as Hindus instead of Muslims.
- Netflix has added disclaimers to clarify the real and code names of the hijackers after government intervention.
- Survivors and critics have differing views on the series' representation of events and characters.
- The controversy has led to calls for boycotts and legal actions against Netflix.
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