IC 814: The Kandahar Hijack and the most controversial series on streaming

IC 814: The Kandahar Hijack and the most controversial series on streaming

As a gamer with a soft spot for gripping crime thrillers and a knack for digging into controversial content, I must admit that my viewing habits have led me down some dark alleys. Among the latest series to stir quite the storm on streaming platforms, the Indian Hindi-language drama, IC 814: The Kandahar Hijack, caught my eye.


Title Redefinition: “Netflix’s IC 814: The Kandahar Hijack” – a gripping crime thriller that has sparked debate among streaming audiences – delves into controversial themes, appealing to those who relish thought-provoking series or choosing to steer clear entirely. For those who fall in the first category and appreciate stories with gritty subject matter, here are seven captivating titles to explore on your streaming platform.

Let’s begin by discussing the crime thriller that sparked this article, and that’s “IC 814: The Kandahar Hijack,” an Indian Hindi-language series. As the title implies, it portrays the incidents before, during, and after the highjacking of Indian Airlines Flight 814 in 1999 – a real-life event that has made this show somewhat contentious due to its factual basis.

The Netflix drama is triggering, to say the least. But this isn’t why the series received poor reviews from critics. Many also pointed out the average acting and messy storytelling. This didn’t stop audiences from watching as the series sat at No. 2 on Netflix’s Global Top 10 Non-English shows. 

Additionally available for streaming on Netflix and generating quite a buzz due to its controversial nature, there’s the series titled “Dahmer – Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story“. Unlike the lesser-known show “IC 814“, this Netflix production called “Jeffrey Dahmer” garnered appreciation from both critics and viewers. Evan Peters, who played the titular infamous serial killer, received significant acclaim for his portrayal. However, as true crime series were experiencing a surge in popularity when “Dahmer Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story” was released, it sparked a debate – are we unintentionally glamorizing serial killers?

The most controversial series on streaming

  • IC 814: The Kandahar Hijack, streaming on Netflix
  • Dahmer – Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story, streaming on Netflix
  • Couple to Throuple, streaming on Peacock
  • 13 Reasons Why, streaming on Netflix
  • Euphoria, streaming on Max
  • The Idol, streaming on Max
  • Skins, streaming on Hulu

One standout series from the list I’d like to emphasize is “Skins” (the original British version), a groundbreaking show for its time. Unlike other shows, “Skins” didn’t shy away or soften its approach when tackling tough subjects. These topics included mental health issues, substance abuse, and mortality – all of which were quite taboo in 2007, as they were seldom addressed in TV series back then. Even today, some of the themes this series explores can be quite sensitive or triggering for viewers.

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2024-09-11 02:27

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