Rocket Boys - 2022

Introduction 

Rocket Boys is an Indian Hindi-language biographical streaming television series, brought to you exclusively on SonyLIV. This masterfully created series is based on the lives of two landmark figures in the Indian scientific community - Dr. Homi J. Bhabha and Dr. Vikram Sarabhai. 

The series is headlined by Jim Sarbh, who plays the role of Dr. Homi J. Bhabha, and Ishwak Singh in the role of Dr. Vikram Sarabhai. Accompanying them in pivotal roles are Regina Cassandra as Mrinalini Sarabhai, Rajit Kapur as Jawaharlal Nehru, and Saba Azad as Parvana Irani a.k.a. Pipsy. Other notable inclusions in the cast are Dibyendu Bhattacharya, Namit Das, and Arjun Radhakrishnan.

First aired on 4 February 2022, the series chronicles the incredible journey of India's greatest scientists as they shape a new era of sovereignty and scientific prowess in India.

Table of contents 

• Details

• Story

• Release

• Reviews and Ratings

• Cast

• Crew

• Controversy

• Awards

• Behind the Scenes

• Conclusion

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Details 

Story 

PlayRocket Boys tells the story of two remarkable men, Dr. Homi J. Bhabha and Dr. Vikram Sarabhai. The plot revolves around three pivotal decades in India's history (the 1940s-60s) and how the country is evolving into a powerful, brave, and independent nation. It tells the story of Independent India's early years in science.

Dr. Homi J. Bhabha engineered India's Nuclear Programme, and Dr. Vikram Sarabhai established the Indian Space Programme and many more institutes with dreams in their eyes and a vision in their brains. Their journey also involves Mrinalini Sarabhai, a strong pillar in Dr. Sarabhai's life, Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam, who pioneered modern Indian aerospace and nuclear technology, Parvana Irani a close companion of Dr. Bhabha, Raza Mehdi (Not a real person but a fictional character scripted as the antagonist for dramatisation), a distinguished scientist, and Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru who supported them at every step.

The season focuses on their camaraderie, sacrifice, and enormous drive, and how it all culminated to India's maiden rocket launch; it is symbolic of India's journey as it emerges into a new, post-war world.

Where To Watch Rocket Boys

Rocket Boys was released on February 4, 2022. All its episodes are available on SonyLIV.

Rocket Boys Reviews

The show was well-received by reviewers and audiences alike, with praise for the performances, direction, writing, and other technical components.

According to the Times of India, Jim Sarbh and Ishwak Singh's programme is a shining tribute to India's scientific heroes, with a rating of 3.5. They also stated that the show is intriguing from the beginning. According to Anuj Kumar of The Hindu, the primary performers, Jim Sarbh and Ishwak Singh, lead a wonderful ensemble cast that brilliantly brings to life the scientific community's achievements in starting India's atomic and space projects.

Rocket Boys received 4.5/5 ratings from Shefali Deshpande of The Quint, who stated that it is the type of story that the Oscars and BAFTA look for. They also noted that with top-notch acting, writing, direction, and music, as well as actual film from back in the day and audio to accompany it, this programme is here to win slow, steady, and large. According to Moneycontrol, Roy Kapur Films, Emmay Entertainment, and SonyLIV collaborated to create an unforgettable programme.

Pinkvilla rated it 4/5 and noted that Jim Sarbh and Ishwak Singh brilliantly support India's empirical past. It also stated that Rocket Boys moves at a deliberate pace, gradually developing a tale and its characters to make the overall picture more engaging and amusing. While the writing, casting, and acting are all excellent, the programme also excels in background and production music. Outlook gave it a 4 out of 5 stars, saying that Jim Sarbh and Ishwak Singh excel in this humanised account of India's greatest scientists, making it a fantastic biographical drama that never stops inspiring.

Cast of Rocket Boys

• Jim Sarbh as Dr. Homi J. Bhabha - Jim Sarbh, a celebrated actor, has charmed audiences with his performances in popular Bollywood movies like 'Neerja', 'Padmaavat', and 'Sanju'. His acting prowess is also visible in web series like 'Made In Heaven' and 'Rocket Boys'.

• Ishwak Singh as Dr. Vikram Sarabhai - Ishwak Singh has made his mark in movies such as 'Veere Di Wedding' and 'Tamasha', while also showcasing his talent in the hit web series 'Paatal Lok' and the recent mini-series 'The Green Quotient'.

• Regina Cassandra as Mrinalini Sarabhai, Vikram's wife - Regina Cassandra's vibrant acting career spans numerous South Indian films like 'Kanda Naal Mudhal,' 'Rajathandhiram,' and 'Pilla Nuvvu Leni Jeevitham.' She also made her Hindi film debut with 'Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga.'

• Saba Azad as Parwana Irani a.k.a. Pipsy - Saba Azad is known for her roles in films like 'Dil Kabaddi' and 'Mujhse Fraaandship Karoge.' Additionally, she has demonstrated her acting range in web series like 'Ladies Room' and 'Die Trying'.

• Rajit Kapur as Jawaharlal Nehru - Rajit Kapur, widely known for his portrayal of 'Byomkesh Bakshi' on television, has had a prolific career with films such as 'The Making of the Mahatma' and recently in the web series 'Bard of Blood'.

• T.M. Karthik as C.V.Raman - T.M. Karthik has delivered memorable performances in Tamil cinema, known for his roles in films like 'Aaytha Ezhuthu' and 'Anniyan'. He also appeared in the web series, 'Time Enna Boss'.

• Dibyendu Bhattacharya as Raza Mehdi - Dibyendu Bhattacharya has made his imprint with compelling roles in films such as 'Dev.D' and 'Black Friday.' His formidable acting skills extended to the web series Criminal Justice' and 'Undekhi'.

• Namit Das as Prosenjit Dey - Namit Das has showcased his acting skills in movies like 'Wake Up Sid' and 'Sui Dhaaga', earning critical acclaim for his performances in web series like 'Aarya' and 'Mafia.'

• Arjun Radhakrishnan as Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam - Arjun Radhakrishnan has created a distinct space in cinema with films such as 'Moothon'. Not limited to the big screen, he impressed audiences in the mini-web series 'Carpool.'

• K.C. Shankar as Vishwesh Mathur - K.C. Shankar has earned recognition with his versatile performances in movies like 'Jai Gangaajal.' His acting abilities have also garnered attention in TV shows such as 'Powder' and 'CID.'

• Neha Chauhan as Kamla Chowdhry - Neha Chauhan has, with films such as 'Love Sex Aur Dhokha' and 'Titli', deftly exhibited her acting prowess. Her enticing performance continues in the web series 'Paatal Lok'.

• Rajeev Kachroo as JRD Tata - Rajeev Kachroo, a seasoned actor in the entertainment industry, has been part of impactful films like 'Firaaq'. He notably contributed to the popular TV series 'Yudh', demonstrating his acting versatility.

• Darious Shroff as Jehangir Bhabha - Darious Shroff has left a cinematic impression through roles in movies including 'Broken Horses' and 'Dhobi Ghat'. His distinctive acting style was continually showcased in the TV series 'Sense8'.

• Mark Bennington as Robert Crowley

• R. Bhakti Klein as William Colby

Crew  

Created by: Nikkhil Advani

Written by (Dialogues):Kausar Munir andAbhay Pannu

Story by: Abhay Koranne

Screenplay by : Abhay Pannu

Directed by: Abhay Pannu

Music by: Achint Thakkar

Executive producers: Malvika Khatri and Rameshchandra Yadav

Producers: Siddharth Roy Kapur, Monisha Advani and Madhu Bhojwani

Production companies: Roy Kapur Films and Emmay Entertainment

Cinematography: Harshvir Oberai

Editor: Maahir Zaveri

Episodes

Controversy

The web series' adversary, Raza Mehdi, is a fictional character added for dramatisation of the web series. Some of this character's background is comparable to that of India's famous physicist Meghnad Saha, who also happened to be a namasudra (Dalit). The physical appearance, dark complexion, nativity (Calcutta), and achievements of the character are comparable (member of parliament). Raza Mehdi is portrayed as a Muslim, a communist, and a CIA target.

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Behind the scenes

The Retreat, the Sarabhai family residence, was filmed in Jaipur's Hari Mahal Palace. Mallika Sarabhai, Sarabhai's daughter, visited with the art team to learn more about their home, culture, environment, and way of life.

Conclusion

This series will be a treat for people who enjoy science or have been following India's progress in the discipline. You already know what this series is about, or rather, who it is about, so let me get to the good stuff:-

The creators have done a lot of study for this series. Many terms or organisations that today's generation may not be aware of, such as ATIRA or ISCOPAR, will force you to Google them diligently. Jim Sarbh and Ishwak Singh deliver outstanding performances. Many may wonder why Ishwak Singh's Vikram only ages with time.

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