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Neerja – a 2016 Indian Hindi-language biographical thriller drama film written by Saiwyn Quadras and directed by Ram Madhvani starring Sonam Kapoor in title role of "Head Purser" Neerja Bhanot. Sonam Kapoor received a special mention National Award for her acting in the film in 2017.
Sep 2, 2021 · Neerja Bhanot was a 22-year-old Indian model and flight attendant who bravely helped passengers escape from a hijacked Pan Am plane in 1986. She was shot and killed while shielding three children from the terrorists, and became a national hero and a symbol of courage.
Oct 19, 2022 · Learn how Neerja Bhanot, a Pan Am flight attendant, saved many lives during a hijacking in 1986 and became a national hero in India. Read about her role, actions, awards and legacy in this article.
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Dec 19, 2015 · Neerja Bhanot, a flight attendant, saved the lives of 360 passengers and was killed while shielding children from terrorist fire. She was posthumously awarded the Ashok Chakra. Here's her story of amazing grit and valour.
Learn about the life and heroism of Neerja Bhanot, a Pan Am flight attendant who sacrificed her life to save others during a hijacking in 1986. Discover how she was honored and remembered by various countries and entities for her courage and compassion.
- Kyle Carmean
Sep 5, 2017 · The story of the young Indian flight attendant who laid down her life to save that of 359 others have been told to death. Last year, Bollywood even came out with a film that won Sonam Kapoor her first National Award for portraying Neerja on-screen. And yet, remembering Neerja Bhanot with the right amount of respect has not been enough.
Jan 19, 2016 · On 5 September 1986, armed terrorists stormed Flight 73 at Karachi, Pakistan, with 360 passengers on board. Shouting out the hijack code, Neerja alerted the cockpit about the situation, allowing the pilots to escape, thereby grounding the aircraft.
