Bollywood celebs hail ISRO's Moon mission as India scripts history

Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) on Wednesday made history after its lunar mission Chandrayaan 3 successfully landed on the South pole of the Moon. Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi, who is currently in South Africa for the BRICS Summit congratulated the scientists and said "When we see such historic moments it makes us very proud. This is the dawn of new India."

Abhishek Bachchan, who recently appeared on the latest season of ‘Kaun Banega Crorepati’, hosted by his father Amitabh Bachchan, called it a moment of pride. He said on the show: "I am feeling very proud. It will land on 23rd evening and our chests swells with pride because our space programme has reached the moon." 

Actor R. Madhavan, who turned director with 'Rocketry: The Nambi Effect', a biopic based on scientist Nambi Narayanan, also congratulated ISRO. 'Rocketry: The Nambi Effect'  showcased how Nambi was falsely accused of espionage, it also spoke about his contribution to ISRO and how he succeeded with Vikas Engine.

On August 23, Madhavan took to his X (erstwhile Twitter) to send his best wishes for Chandrayaan-3. He tweeted: "Madhavan says 'Chandrayaan-3 will be a success', congratulates Nambi for Vikas engineChandrayaan-3 WILL BE ABSOLUTE SUCCESS —- MARK MY WORDS. Congratulations @isro IN ADVANCE on this spectacular success. I AM SO SO HAPPY AND PROUD. Congratulations to @NambiNOfficial too .. Vikas engine delivers yet once again during the launch (sic)."

WWE star and actor John Cena has shared a picture of the Indian flag leaving many



fans baffled. He took to Instagram, where he shared the picture of the Indian national flag but without any caption.

Riteish Deshmukh and Genelia are super excited and can’t wait to witness this. Speaking exclusively to ANI, Riteish said "Today is the moon landing of Chandrayaan-3 and this is a big achievement for our country. I am very happy and excited since morning. We are proud Indians supporting our country.”

Rishab Shetty shared images of Chandrayaan 3 from the moon and took to Twitter to express his happiness. He wrote, Thrilled to be part of witnessing this historic day. Let's join in prayer for the safe landing of the #VikramLander."

Shekhar Kapur tweeted: “Almost 250.000 kms away today India’s #Chandrayaan3Mission will attempt a landing in the darkness .. on the far side of the moon A billion hearts praying for its safe landing that will lead India to the forefront of the world’s exploration of space Jai Hind.”

Anupam Kher too tweeted along with a video "Bharat chand par deshwashisiyon. Jai Hind…"

Not luck nor magic, but sheer determination achieves victory! 

After 77 years of independence one country has only managed to put a moon on their flag while the other has put their flag on the moon! This is the difference between choosing peace and progress VS terrorism and violence. Salute to the incredible team at 

@isro

 and the dynamic leadership of our Prime Minister 

@narendramodi

 ji. Bharat mata ki jai