The Railway Men is a four-episode Hindi-language historical drama series that premiered on Netflix on November 18, 2023. Directed by Shiv Rawail and produced by YRF Entertainment, the series is inspired by the true events of the 1984 Bhopal gas tragedy. It highlights the courageous efforts of Indian Railways employees who risked their lives to save others during the disaster. The ensemble cast includes R. Madhavan as Rati Pandey, the General Manager of Central Railways; Kay Kay Menon as Iftekaar Siddiqui, the station master of Bhopal Junction; Divyenndu as Balwant Yadav, a small-time crook posing as a police constable; and Babil Khan as Imad Riaz, an inexperienced loco pilot.
The narrative unfolds on the night of December 2, 1984, when a lethal gas leak from the Union Carbide India Limited plant in Bhopal leads to one of the world’s worst industrial disasters. As chaos ensues, the railway men confront numerous challenges, including communication breakdowns and personal peril, to evacuate civilians and prevent further casualties. The series has been praised for its gripping storytelling and compelling performances, effectively portraying the heroism of these unsung individuals. It serves as a poignant reminder of human resilience and bravery in the face of catastrophe.
