Series synopsis
Rocket Boys is a drama television series that premiered on SonyLIV on February 4, 2022. It was created by Siddharth Roy Kapur, Nikkhil Advani. It stars Jim Sarbh, Ishwak Singh, Regina Cassandra and Saba Azad.
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 t ...
Premise
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.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Jim Sarbh as Homi Bhabha
- Ishwak Singh as Vikram Sarabhai
- Regina Cassandra as Mrinalini Sarabhai
- Saba Azad as Parvana Irani (Pipsy)
- Rajit Kapoor as Jawaharlal Nehru
- Arjun Radhakrishnan as A. P. J. Abdul Kalam
- Dibyendu Bhattacharya as Raza Mehdi
- Namit Das as Prosenjit Dey
Supporting cast
- T.M. Karthik as CV Raman
- K.C. Shankar as Vishwesh Mathur
Episodes
This series spans 2 seasons with 16 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 8 | February 4, 2022 | February 4, 2022 |
| Season 2 | 8 | March 17, 2023 | March 17, 2023 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
War and Peace 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. |
February 4, 2022 |
| 2 |
It’s Like Gravity 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. |
February 4, 2022 |
| 3 |
The Greater Good 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. |
February 4, 2022 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Lift Off Dr Vikram Sarabhai prepares for a rocket launch, only to learn that the entire space programme may be in jeopardy. Meanwhile, Dr Homi Bhabha prepares to fight for his dreams but is forced to battle for his life. |
March 17, 2023 |
| 2 |
Burden Of Proof Vikram’s ambition falters before it can take off. As he struggles to break ground, Mrinalini takes a bold step to claim her right. In the meantime, Homi’s actions force the enemy’s hand. He is invited to battle but is he ready to take it on? |
March 17, 2023 |
| 3 |
A Lasting Legacy The nation grieves a great loss and a shift of power is orchestrated as political vultures close ranks. Homi and Vikram are forced to take sides. In the face of an uncertain future, will they continue to choose country over self? |
March 17, 2023 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | SonyLIV |
|---|---|
| First aired | February 4, 2022 |
| Last aired | March 17, 2023 |
| Runtime | 45 minutes |
| Status | continue |