Sonam Kapoor impresses in gripping “Neerja” trailer

The first intense trailer of “Neerja” is out, and Sonam Kapoor shines in a character not many would associate with her. Based on the 1986 hijacking of New York-bound Pan Am Flight 73 in Karachi by heavily-armed terrorists, the film is a biopic on Indian flight attendant, Neerja Bhanot, who was murdered while trying to save the lives of the passengers of the ill-fated flight. She saved the lives of 359 people at her own expense, and was posthumously awarded the Ashok Chakra, India's highest civilian award for bravery – the youngest to receive the honours. She was also honoured by Pakistan and USA for her gallantry.

Sonam brings out the vulnerability and strength of a 23-year-old woman caught in a bind in the nearly two-and-a-half-minute trailer. Shabana Azmi also makes an impression in the role of Neerja's mother, while Shekhar Ravjiani, one half of the famous Bollywood music director duo Vishal-Shekhar also makes his Bollywood debut with the film.

Directed by admaker Ram Madhvani and produced by Fox Star Studios, “Neerja” hits theatres on Februay 19 next year.

Source: Internet