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A Public Interest Litigation (PIL) filed in the Delhi High Court has accused the Netflix series 'IC 814 The Kandahar Hijack' of distorting the religious identities of the hijackers involved in the real-life event. The plea argues that the show misrepresents the hijackers' names, using 'Bhola' and 'Shankar' – names associated with Lord Shiva in Hinduism – instead of the actual names, which were Muslim. The petitioner claims that this deliberate alteration of names not only hurts the religious sentiments of the Hindu community but also spreads misinformation by distorting historical facts.
The PIL highlights the discrepancy between the show's depiction and the real hijackers' identities, stating that the actual perpetrators were Ibrahim Akhtar, Shahid Akhtar Sayeed, Sunny Ahmad Qazi, Zahoor Mistry, and Shakir. The plea further criticizes the show for failing to acknowledge the long-term consequences of the terrorists' release during the hijacking, suggesting that this downplays the seriousness of the actual events. The petitioner argues that using fictional names like 'Bhola' and 'Shankar' constitutes a deliberate distortion of reality and an insult to the Hindu community, as these names are deeply revered in their religion.
The PIL raises concerns about the ethical responsibility of media platforms in portraying sensitive historical events. It emphasizes the importance of accuracy and sensitivity in depicting real-life incidents, particularly those that involve religious identities and societal implications. The case underscores the need for responsible storytelling, especially when dealing with events that have lasting impacts on communities and individuals. The outcome of this PIL will be significant in determining the extent to which creative liberties can be taken in fictionalizing real-life events, particularly when such liberties potentially distort historical facts and religious identities.
Source: Netflix series IC 814 The Kandahar Hijack distorts identities of hijackers: PIL in Delhi High Court