'
Neerja
' was undoubtedly one of the best acts of Sonam Kapoor. The actress was critically acclaimed for portraying such a brave and courageous character on the 70mm. Today, as the film completes 4 years post-release the lead actress
Sonam Kapoor has taken to her Instagram to share a heartfelt note.
The actress shared a few throwback pictures and wrote, "Portraying a young girl from Chandigarh who saved the lives of the 359 passengers on-board
Pan AM Flight 73
was not only challenging but also a great honour. As the movie completes its 4th anniversary, I would want people to recall how fear gave courage to the young
Neerja Bhanot
. She was the true icon of bravery, strength and sacrifice for our country. She continues to be an inspiration to everyone.
#4YearsOfNeerja @atulkasbekar #ShabanaAzmi #RamMadhvani @jimsarbhforreal @shekharravjiani #Saiwyn #BlingGlobal @foxstarhindi @sayunkytha"
The film received several awards, Sonam even received a Special Mention for her role in the biopic at the 64th
National Film Awards
.
The film depicted the real story of Neerja, an Indian flight attendant, who gave her life saving the lives of 360 passengers, which was hijacked by terrorists during a stopover in Karachi, Pakistan, on September 5, 1986.
Helmed by
Ram Madhvani, the film also starred
Shabana Azmi, Jim Sarbh, Shekhar Ravjiani and
Yogendra Tiku in pivotal roles.
Meanwhile, on the work front, Sonam was last seen in '
The Zoya Factor
' opposite Dulquer Salmaan.
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