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Hindustan Times
5 days ago
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R Madhavan on Rocketry: The Nambi Effect completing three years of its release: We wanted to change Google's algorithm..
Three years ago, Rocketry: The Nambi Effect blasted its way into Indian cinema, with reviews praising the way the biopic was made. It also garnered attention for the portrayal of aerospace scientist Nambi Narayanan by actor R Madhavan. R Madhavan As the film completed a year of it's release yesterday on July 1, Madhavan was ecstatic and reminisced the making, 'When I started writing the story of Rocketry in 2016 and 17, whenever I Googled Nambi Narayanan, it used to spit out the ISRO spy case or the Maldivian woman affair or something negative about Nambi sir. And while writing the script, I told Vijay, my producer, that, 'you know what, we should make a movie that will change the algorithm on Google to spit out more the right facts about Nambi Sir'. Basically I wanted to change the algorithm about how sir was being perceived by Google- and we have managed to do that. It's been three years since then, can't believe how the time flew.' It was therefore a deeply personal project for Madhavan, who also turned director with Rocketry. He produced the film too. His decision to take creative and narrative ownership has redefined his legacy. It brought the overdue recognition to Nambi Narayanan's immense contributions to India's space program. Released in multiple languages and celebrated globally, the film struck a chord for its sincerity, emotional depth, and purpose. Its impact was acknowledged when Rocketry was honoured with the National Award for Best Feature Film at the 69th National Film Awards. Currently, Madhavan is gearing up for the release of his film Aap Jaia Koi. He also played a pivotal role in the recent Kesari Chapter 2, which fetched him appreciation.
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5 days ago
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R. Madhavan's National Award-Winning Film Rocketry: The Nambi Effect Turns 3 – A Tribute to Truth and Triumph
Reflecting on the film's impact over the past three year, R. Madhavan responded saying, 'WE made it happen bro… with God's grace.' read more Three years ago, Rocketry: The Nambi Effect blasted its way into Indian cinema, not just as a biopic, but as a landmark. A deeply personal and courageous project, the film marked R. Madhavan's transformation from actor to auteur. Today, as Rocketry celebrates its third anniversary, it stands tall as a timeless tribute to truth, science, and the spirit of resilience. Based on the life of aerospace scientist Nambi Narayanan, Rocketry wasn't just about telling a story, it was about reclaiming one. R. Madhavan didn't just play the titular role; he wrote, directed, and produced the film, bringing an almost obsessive commitment to authenticity. His performance was transformative, but it was his decision to take creative and narrative ownership that redefined his legacy. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD More than a film, Rocketry was an act of justice. It shone a light on a man wronged by the very system he served. And in doing so, it brought long-overdue recognition to Nambi Narayanan's immense contributions to India's space program. Behind the scenes, R. Madhavan and producer Vijay Moolan made the critical decision to rewrite Google's algorithmic history, ensuring the truth about Narayanan rose above years of misinformation. Reflecting on the film's impact over the past three year, R. Madhavan responded saying, 'WE made it happen bro… with God's grace.' Released in multiple languages and celebrated globally, the film struck a chord with both audiences and critics for its sincerity, emotional depth, and purpose. Its impact was rightfully acknowledged when Rocketry was honoured with the National Award for Best Feature Film at the 69th National Film Awards. And R. Madhavan's momentum hasn't slowed. After delivering a powerful turn in Kesari Chapter 2, he's now gearing up for his highly anticipated role as Shrirenu in Aap Jaisa Koi, premiering July 11 on Netflix. As we look back at Rocketry three years on, one thing is clear—R. Madhavan isn't just a national treasure. He's a storyteller with purpose, passion, and the courage to change narratives, both on screen and beyond.