“Rocket Boys” was a big hit when it came out last year. Ever since that, fans have been waiting for another season. SonyLiv has recently released a trailer for “Rocket Boys 2,” and fans are thrilled to watch the upcoming season. Let’s dive into further details about the show.
What Is the Series About?
The series centers on two well-known Indian scientists, Dr. Homi J. Bhabha and Dr. Vikram Sarabhai, and the prosperous years that India experienced as an independent nation. The main subject of the series is the journey of these two bright Indian scientists and their visions for the future of India. While Dr. Sarabhai presided over India’s space program, Dr. Bhabha was in control of the nation’s nuclear program.
Trailer
In the latest trailer, we see that the series will explore life in India after the death of Jawaharlal Nehru. The trailer also focuses on the increasing geopolitical tension in India after its independence and how Indira Gandhi tackles it. The “Rocket Boy 2” trailer also depicts India’s closeness to developing a nuclear weapon and the success of Operation Smiling Buddha, which was undertaken on May 18, 1974, the day Vikram Sarabhai launched the first satellites into orbit as part of India’s first successful nuclear bomb test.
Dr. Homi Bhabha, Dr. Vikram Sarabhai, and Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam are three of India’s finest thinkers, and the new season will follow their lives as they push the limits of science and technology to make India a nuclear power. Also, the show honors their outstanding accomplishments and demonstrates their unwavering loyalty to their nation.
Cast And Release Date
The show is directed by Abhay Pannu and stars Jim Sarbh as Dr. Homi J. Bhabha. Alongside them, the show also stars Arjun Radhakrishnan as Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, Ishwak Singh as Dr. Vikram Sarabhai, and Dibyendu Bhattacharya as Raza Mehdi. As far as the release date is concerned, the upcoming season will be available to stream on SonyLiv on March 16, 2023, so mark your calendars. Before the show’s release, we have a list prepared for you with similar shows to watch or add to your watchlist!
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