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Rocket Boys

Rocket Boys

S1 · E1

IMDB:

8.3
Rocket Boys

Released

2/4/2022

Duration

0h 35m

Genre

Drama

Country

India

Cast

Jim Sarbh, Ishwak Singh, Regina Cassandra

Overview

Spanning three crucial decades (1940-60s) in the history of India, the story chronicles the life of three great men responsible for launching India's space and nuclear programs respectively: Dr. Homi J. Bhabha, the architect of India's Nuclear Programme, Dr. Vikram Sarabhai, universally acknowledged as the Father of the Indian Space Programme and Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, the pioneer of modern Indian aerospace and nuclear technology. The season traces the journey of Bhabha and Sarabhai coming to terms with the challenges facing a young, independent nation and their friendship, sacrifice and determination.

Episodes

War and PeaceEP 1Available

War and Peace

49m8.0

With the country at war, Dr. Homi Bhabha and Dr. Vikram Sarabhai are faced with a monumental conflict: Is war the only way to attain peace? At odds with one another, they look back at their lives and the story of how they met.

It’s Like GravityEP 2Available

It’s Like Gravity

41m8.0

Homi and Vikram’s life at IISc hits an unexpected roadblock that threatens to jeopardise their research. They devise a unique plan that leads them to cross paths with individuals who will alter the course of their lives.

The Greater GoodEP 3Available

The Greater Good

46m7.0

A diametrically opposed approach to life has set Homi and Vikram on separate paths but theirs is a friendship that thrives on contradictions. In a unique turn of events, they get inspired by one another as they step into new roles and undertake greater responsibility in pursuit of their dreams.

A Tryst with DestinyEP 4Available

A Tryst with Destiny

46m7.0

An independent nation takes shape as Homi and Vikram begin to confront the idea of their legacy. A successor wakes up in a new India, as an enemy rises from the shadows.

The OutsiderEP 5Available

The Outsider

44m0.0

With great endeavours come greater burdens; Homi and Vikram battle through personal and professional impediments as the opposition to their unconventional methods grows stronger. Homi makes a grand announcement that causes ripples internationally, while Vikram prepares for a battle at home.

A Democratic ProcessEP 6Available

A Democratic Process

37m0.0

A newly elected Raza stands tall against Homi’s faltering ambition. Vikram’s commitment is tested when faced with a fierce rebellion. Each must make a tough choice; will they choose the path that’s right or one that’s easy?

We are at WarEP 7Available

We are at War

45m0.0

Vikram must confront a forgotten dream as Homi takes on an impossible one. A new chapter begins in the field of nuclear science and space technology but an impending war threatens to tear it all down.

A New DawnEP 8Available

A New Dawn

54m0.0

The towering ambitions, the great sacrifices and the undeniable genius of these great men are put to test in a final showdown. As the country emerges from the ravages of war, Homi and Vikram must join forces to pull off an impossible feat.

Cast

Jim Sarbh

Homi Bhabha

Jim Sarbh

Ishwak Singh

Vikram Sarabhai

Ishwak Singh

Regina Cassandra

Mrinalini Sarabhai

Regina Cassandra

Saba Azad

Parvana Irani (Pipsy)

Saba Azad

Rajit Kapoor

Jawaharlal Nehru

Rajit Kapoor

Arjun Radhakrishnan

A. P. J. Abdul Kalam

Arjun Radhakrishnan

Dibyendu Bhattacharya

Raza Mehdi

Dibyendu Bhattacharya

Namit Das

Prosenjit Dey

Namit Das

K.C. Shankar

Vishwesh Mathur

K.C. Shankar

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