Movie is a 2016 Hindi biographical thriller drama film written by Saiwyn Quadras, and directed by Ram Madhvanistarring Sonam Kapoor in titular role of “Head Purser” Neerja Bhanot, while Shabana Azmi and Shekhar Ravjianiplayed supporting roles. The film was produced by Atul Kasbekar under the banner of Fox Star Studios.[1] The film revolves around the Abu Nidal Organization’s hijacking of Pan Am Flight 73 in Karachi, Pakistan on 5 September 1986, specifically focusing on flight attendant Neerja Bhanot who ensured the failure of the hijacking by preventing the plane from getting off the ground, she also saved the lives of 359 hostages in those long hours of incarceration.

Bhanot was shot dead by Palestinian terrorists while shielding three children from a hail of bullets. For her bravery, theGovernment of India posthumously awarded her the Ashoka Chakra Award (India’s highest gallantry award for bravery in the face of the enemy during peace time), and Bhanot became its youngest recipient. The film was released worldwide on February 19, 2016 to critical appreciation, and positive reviews.

Cast :

Sonam Kapoor as Neerja Bhanot.
Shabana Azmi as Rama Bhanot .
Shekhar Ravjiani as Jaideep.
Yogendra Tiku as Harish Bhanot.