5 must-watch films and series on ISRO  

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Top films/series on ISRO

ISRO has cemented its position as a prestigious space research institute and serves as a career aspiration for budding minds. Here are some of the top Indian films/series on it.  

Rocketry: The Nambi Effect (Prime Video)  

R. Madhavan’s moving performance as aerospace engineer Nambi Narayanan adds to the beauty of this film. It traces his hard-hitting journey while working at ISRO.  

Mission Mangal (Disney+ Hotstar)  

This Indian drama film traces the hurdles of scientists and professionals as they strive for their goal of the Mars Orbiter Mission.  

Rocket Boys (Sony LIV) 

Anchored by a star-studded ensemble, this gripping series traces the journey and efforts of two brilliant scientists, Dr Homi J Bhabha and Vikram Sarabhai for the country’s development.  

Mission over Mars (ZEE5)  

Headlined by strong female protagonists, this web series follows four women working for ISRO and delves into their struggle to balance the Mars Orbiter Mission and their personal crises.  

Antariksham 9000 KMPH (Prime)  

Packed with adventure and sci-fi twists, this Varun Tej and Aditi Rao Hydari-starrer revolves around a former astronaut and his quest to repair a satellite with rippling aftereffects.