Telugu superstars: Mahesh Babu and Megastar Chiranjeevi congratulated Skyroot Aerospace after the successful launch of Vikram-1, India’s first privately developed orbital rocket. The ‘Varanasi’ star shared his pride watching ‘India reach for the stars and deliver’ as the launch marked a historic mission for the Hyderabad-based space company.
Mahesh Babu celebrated the historic achievement
Mahesh Babu took to his Instagram handle to share his happiness and praised the team’s hard work and determination. He wrote, “India reaching for the stars and delivering…. So proud of our young team at Skyroot Aerospace from Hyderabad… #Vikram1 reaching orbit on its first mission is a testament to the brilliance and perseverance of our private space sector…!! Congratulations to @SkyrootA and everyone who poured their hearts into this achievement.“
Chiranjeevi congratulated the team
Tollywood Megastar Chiranjeevi also celebrated the success of the mission. He congratulated Skyroot Aerospace, ISRO, and IN-SPACe for this achievement. He wrote, “Today marks a historic milestone in India’s space travel. Hearty congratulations to Skyroot Aerospace, ISRO, and IN-SPACe on the successful launch of #Vikram1, India’s first privately developed orbital rocket.”He also expressed his pride that the project was designed and developed in his hometown.“It fills me with great pride that this amazing achievement was completely designed and developed in Hyderabad by the brilliant young team of @SkyrootA. May this historic achievement inspire countless young minds and propel Bharat to greater heights on its journey towards a Viksit Bharat. Congratulations once again, Team Vikram-1!,” added ‘starVishwamb.SS Rajamouli also took his X handle and wrote, “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 only 28… This is what young India can do.” Immensely proud… Congratulations to the entire team. Jai Hind.”
About ‘Vikram-1’
Talking about the project, ‘Vikram-1’ is a four-stage launch vehicle designed to provide quick and on-demand launch services for small satellites. The rocket is named after Dr. Vikram Sarabhai, known as the father of India’s space program.Meanwhile, on the acting front, Mahesh Babu is working on his next big time traveling action drama, ‘Varanasi’ and Chiranjeevi is working with director Bobby Kolli for his next film.