Controversy Over Netflix's 'IC 814: The Kandahar Hijack' Leads to Government Summons

Vijay Varma stars in the new series "IC 814: The Kandahar Hijack."

The series is based on the notorious Kandahar hijacking incident.

A controversy arose regarding the names of the hijackers in the series.

The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has issued summons to Netflix India's content head.

The ministry has demanded an explanation on the controversial aspects.

The series is adapted from the book "Flight into Fear" by Captain Devi Sharan and Shrinjay Chaudhuri.

The story revolves around the hijacking of flight IC 814 from Kathmandu to Delhi by terrorists.

The series explores how the Indian government dealt with the hijackers' demands and rescued the passengers.

"IC 814: The Kandahar Hijack" was released as a Netflix Original on August 29.

The series has received positive reviews from critics.