Actor R Madhavan is basking in the phenomenal success of his most recent film, "Rocketry," which opened to mostly favorable reviews. The movie debuted on July 1 and still plays in packed theaters in India and the US.
Rocketry: The Nambi Effect, a biographical drama, marked Madhavan's debut as a director.?
The 51-year-old actor also starred in, wrote the script for, and produced the biopic Rocketry about Nambi Narayanan, a former aerospace engineer, and scientist with the Indian Space Research Organization who was wrongfully accused of espionage. Shah Rukh Khan and Suriya both make cameo cameos in the film.
The actor posted a picture of a humble celebration of the movie's success with Nambi Narayanan and his family on Wednesday. Madhavan posted the photo and noted:
"When success translates to happiness, and the whole family celebrates together. The true meaning of this photo will only be realized by those who know Nambi Sir’s family and what they went through. For me—mission accomplished with God's grace. "
‘Rocketry’ continues to have a decent run at the box office despite facing competition from two fresh releases.?
“Watched #RocketryTheFilm based on #NambiNarayanan’s life. OUTSTANDING! MOVING!!INSPIRATIONAL! Cried my heart out. Every Indian should watch it! And say sorry to #NambiNarayanan, sir. That is how we can correct some wrongs done in the past. Bravo, dear #Madhavan! Proud of you! #Courage #Nationalism #MagicOfMovies.”
In the video, he can be heard praising Madhavan. He said,?
“Thank you, Madhavan, for making such a brilliant film. If the film can inspire me, it will surely inspire today’s generation. Thank you, Nambi Sahab, for your life.”
(With ANI inputs)
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