Vikrant Massey, who impressed with his performance in 12th Fail, is back again with portrayal of real-life characters.
Over the years, Bollywood has captivated audiences with its exploration of real-life incidents and events, which add a sense of authenticity to the storylines. Such projects can give the viewers a glimpse into the significant historical events while highlighting the social issues. In fact, they not only entertain the audience but also shed light on the unforgettable and pivotal moments in history.
In the coming days, Bollywood has lined up several interesting films based on real-life incidents and offers compelling cinematic experiences, including Vikrant Massey's Sector 36 to Vijay Varma's IC 814. Check out the list of the films, and make sure not to miss them:
The upcoming suspense drama revolves around the mystery surrounding the disappearance of children from a slum. Backed by Maddock Films and directed by Aditya Nimbalkar, the film will see Vikrant Massey navigating the dark underbelly of this disturbing incident. After impressing everyone with his act in 12th Fail, Vikrant is all set to dive into a film based on real-life incidents. Also starring Deepak Dobriyal, the film explores the themes of power, crime and social inequality, and is slated for a Netflix release on September 13, 2024.
IC 814: The Kandahar Hijack revolves around one of India's most dreaded chapters in history. The six-episode limited series, starring Vijay Varma, highlights the seven-day ordeal of the hijacked Indian Airlines flight in 1999, and is adapted from the book “Flight Into Fear” by the plane’s Captain Devi Sharan and Srinjoy Chowdhury. Also starring Vijay Varma, Pankaj Kapur, Dia Mirza, Arvind Swamy, Naseeruddin Shah, and Patralekhaa, among others, the series will premiere on Netflix on August 29.
The upcoming powerful drama thriller is inspired by the tragic events of the Sabarmati Express incident. Helmed by Ranjan Chandel, the film stars Vikrant Massey, Raashii Khanna, and Ridhi Dogra, and showcases the aftermath of the real-life tragedy, which shook the nation.
Emergency, the much-awaited political drama, is directed by Kangana Ranaut and features her as the former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi. It focuses on the tumultuous period of India's history, the Emergency (1975-1977). The film also stars Anupam Kher, Shreyas Talpade, Mahima Chaudhry, Milind Soman, and the late Satish Kaushik, and will be released in theaters worldwide on September 6.
