Neerja Bhanot birth anniversary: Lesser-known facts about the BRAVE Indian flight attendant
Neerja Bhanot 59th birth anniversary: Starting her career as a model to sacrificing her life and saving the lives of over 300 passengers onboard, here’s a look at lesser-known facts about Bhanot.
Sep 07, 2022, 14:09 PM IST
Sonam Kapoor: Being 'Neerja' was challenging but a great honour
On September 5 1986, Neerja Bhanot died while saving 359 passengers on board Pan AM Flight 73, which was hijacked by terrorists during a stopover in Karachi, Pakistan.
Feb 19, 2020, 21:10 PM IST
Heroism of Neerja Bhanot continues to move Sonam Kapoor
Sonam earned critical appreciation for her portrayal as Neerja Bhanot, and got a Special Mention for her performance at the 64th National Film Awards.
Feb 19, 2018, 20:36 PM IST
Shabana Azmi shares photograph with Rama Bhanot
Veteran actress Shabana Azmi has shared a photograph of herself with late Rama Bhanot, the mother of Neerja Bhanot. Neerja was a flight purser and lost her life trying to save passengers on Pan Am Flight 73, which was hijacked by terrorists during a stopover in Karachi, Pakistan, in September 1986.
Jul 23, 2017, 17:45 PM IST
No obligations towards Neerja Bhanot's family: Fox Star Studios
Fox Star Studios has no contractual obligations towards the family of the late Neerja Bhanot, it was stated on Wednesday in response to claims that the banner went back on its word of sharing 10 per cent of the net profit of the film "Neerja".
Jun 28, 2017, 17:17 PM IST
'Neerja' family accuses producers of criminal conspiracy, moves court
The court was moved after both sides failed to resolve the money sharing issue and even failed to agree on the appointment of an arbitrator.
Jun 23, 2017, 13:54 PM IST
Unfortunate Bhanots contemplating legal action: Atul Kasbekar
'Neerja' producer Atul Kasbekar today described Bhanot family's plan to move court over sharing of profits of the film as unfortunate, saying they had a "clear contractual arrangement".
May 23, 2017, 15:14 PM IST
Neerja Bhanot's family to sue filmmakers
The main contention of the Bhanot family is that the makers of the successful film did not honour their commitment to share 10 per cent of the box office collections with the Neerja Bhanot Trust and the family.
May 22, 2017, 08:02 AM IST
Ram Madhavani dedicates National Award win to Bhanot family
"Neerja" today won the best Hindi film National Award and its director Ram Madhavani has dedicated the honour to Neerja Bhanot's family.
Apr 07, 2017, 20:57 PM IST
Grateful to amazing people who made ‘Neerja' happen: Producer
Sonam Kapoor-starrer "Neerja", a biographical thriller based on a real-life incident of Mumbai-based air hostess caught in a hijack drama, celebrates its first anniversary on Sunday. On this occasion, producer Atul Kasbekar thanked all those who made the film happen.
Feb 19, 2017, 17:58 PM IST
Anil Kapoor reacts to daughter Sonam Kapoor's Filmfare award win for 'Neerja'
The Ram Madhvani directorial was produced by Fox Star Studios and Bling Unplugged. 'Neerja' featured Sonam in the lead.
Jan 17, 2017, 13:22 PM IST
Sonam Kapoor learnt Learnt kindness from Neerja Bhanot's example
Sonam Kapoor accepted an award on behalf of Bhanot at the Mother Teresa Memorial International Award 2016 here on Sunday.
Nov 21, 2016, 15:40 PM IST
Playing Neerja taught me compassion, patience, says Sonam Kapoor
Sonam Kapoor shared a photograph of herself along with Neerja's mother Rama Bhanot.
Sep 07, 2016, 14:02 PM IST
Watch Sonam Kapoor's tribute to 'Neerja' in her own special way!
Sonam Kapoor in and as 'Neerja' not only impressed the viewers but also was successful in presenting the real story based on the life of Pan Am Flight 73 air hostess Neerja Bhanot, who was just 23 when she sacrificed her life in saving 359 lives on board a hijacked flight to Karachi, Pakistan.
Jun 20, 2016, 10:20 AM IST
Neerja Bhanot Chowk inauguration: Sonam Kapoor exudes elegance wearing a saree! – View pics
Bollywood actress Sonam Kapoor had recently done a photoshoot in saree while gearing up for the inauguration of Neerja Bhanot Chowk in Mumbai – which will commemorate slain Pan Am Flight 73 purser Neerja Bhanot.
Jun 16, 2016, 14:11 PM IST
If not Sonam Kapoor, who was the first choice for ‘Neerja’?
The makers of ‘Neerja’ had always maintained that Sonam Kapoor was the one and only choice for the film.
Mar 17, 2016, 09:01 AM IST
Women's Day 2016: Which heroic woman's biopic do you want to watch next?
Here's a look at a few other meticulous yet ignored women from all walks of life, who with the sweat of their brows and hardship did wonders in their pursuits.
Mar 07, 2016, 19:47 PM IST
It's politics: Sonam on 'Neerja' not finding release in Pakistan
Actress Sonam Kapoor is disheartened that 'Neerja' is yet to release in Pakistan and feels that politics might be the reason behind it.
Mar 02, 2016, 14:16 PM IST
Makers want 'Neerja' to be India's official entry to Oscars
The makers of Sonam Kapoor-starrer 'Neerja' feel the film should be India's entry to the Academy Awards for 2016.
Mar 02, 2016, 12:48 PM IST
Sonam Kapoor’s ‘Neerja’ rakes in the moolah at the Box Office
Based on India’s brave daughter Neerja Bhanot, Ram Madhvani’s ‘Neerja’ has been appreciated by people across all age groups.
Feb 29, 2016, 11:44 AM IST
