Over the moon

SS Rajamouli, Mahesh Babu are all praise for Skyroot Aerospace’s Vikram-1 launch

Filmmaker SS Rajamouli celebrated a historic milestone in India’s space journey as he congratulated Skyroot Aerospace for the successful launch of Vikram-1, the country's first privately developed orbital rocket. 

Taking to social media, the acclaimed director praised the Hyderabad-based team behind the achievement and highlighted the young minds who made the ambitious mission possible. Calling it a proud moment for the nation, Rajamouli lauded the team's dedication and described the achievement as a reflection of what young India is capable of achieving.

The director wrote on his X handle, “From India to orbit! @SkyrootA has scripted history with VIKRAM-1, India’s first private rocket to reach orbit, built by a Hyderabad-based team whose average age is just 28. This is what young India is capable of. Immensely proud. Congratulations to the whole team. Jai Hind.”

Actor and producer Mahesh Babu wrote on X, “India reaching for the stars and delivering.. So so proud of our young team at Skyroot Aerospace from Hyderabad. #Vikram1 reaching orbit on its very first mission is a testament to the brilliance and perseverance of our private space sector.!! Congratulations to @SkyrootA and every single person who poured their heart into this achievement.”