Actor R Madhavan, who recently won the hearts of the audience with the portrayal of Rati Pandey in the show ‘The Railway Men’, unveiled his look from his upcoming film, and he appears poised and debonair.
The photos features the ‘Rehnaa Hai Terre Dil Mein’ actor wearing a white formal shirt, navy blue pants, matching tiem, and a beige coat. He completed the look with black formal shoes, and sported a beard and moustache look.
Madhavan said: “This is the look for my new film. This year there are four films in the pipeline, one with Ajay Devgan, and one with Akshay Kumar. One called ‘Hissab Barabar’ with Jio, and one with the ‘Vikram Vedha’ producers Sashi, with Nayantara called ‘Test’, and a Tamil film called ‘Adhirshtasaali’. So there’s a lot in store.”
The 53-year-old actor had also made his directorial debut in 2022 with the biographical drama ‘Rocketry: The Nambi Effect...
The photos features the ‘Rehnaa Hai Terre Dil Mein’ actor wearing a white formal shirt, navy blue pants, matching tiem, and a beige coat. He completed the look with black formal shoes, and sported a beard and moustache look.
Madhavan said: “This is the look for my new film. This year there are four films in the pipeline, one with Ajay Devgan, and one with Akshay Kumar. One called ‘Hissab Barabar’ with Jio, and one with the ‘Vikram Vedha’ producers Sashi, with Nayantara called ‘Test’, and a Tamil film called ‘Adhirshtasaali’. So there’s a lot in store.”
The 53-year-old actor had also made his directorial debut in 2022 with the biographical drama ‘Rocketry: The Nambi Effect...
- 1/4/2024
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
NewsMadhavan's appointment as Ftii president comes almost six months after the former president Shekhar Kapur's tenure ended on March 3. Instagram/MADHAVANActor R Madhavan, was on Friday, September 2, appointed as the President of the Film and Television Institute of India (Ftii) and chairman of the governing council. Madhavan's appointment comes almost six months after the former president Shekhar Kapur's tenure ended on March 3. Ftii Registrar Sayyid Rabeehashmi on Friday said that the decision to appoint the actor from Tamil Nadu as the institute's president was formally conveyed to them by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (Mib). Union Minister for Sports and Youth Affairs Anurag Thakur said, "Heartiest congratulations to @ActorMadhavan ji on being nominated as President of @FTIIOfficial and Chairman of the governing council.I'm sure that your vast experience & strong ethics will enrich this institute, bring positive changes, & take it to a higher level. My best wishes to you (sic)," Thakur wrote.
- 9/1/2023
- by AzeefaF
- The News Minute
New Delhi, Aug 24 (Ians) R. Madhavan’s directorial debut ‘Rocketry: The Nambi Effect’ on Thursday was named as the Best Feature Film at the 69th National Film Awards.
With 280 films across 28 languages were in competition for various awards, the event was held by the jury at the National Media Centre in the national capital.
‘Rocketry: The Nambi Effect’, which released in 2022, is a biographical drama and stars Madhavan in the pivotal role.
The film is based on the life of Nambi Narayanan, played by Madhavan, a scientist at the Indian Space Research Organisation, who was accused in the Isro espionage case and later exonerated. The story spans across Narayanan’s days as a graduate student at Princeton University, before exploring his work as a scientist and the false espionage charges placed upon him.
In the award event, actresses Alia Bhatt and Kriti Sanon shared the Best Actress award for their...
With 280 films across 28 languages were in competition for various awards, the event was held by the jury at the National Media Centre in the national capital.
‘Rocketry: The Nambi Effect’, which released in 2022, is a biographical drama and stars Madhavan in the pivotal role.
The film is based on the life of Nambi Narayanan, played by Madhavan, a scientist at the Indian Space Research Organisation, who was accused in the Isro espionage case and later exonerated. The story spans across Narayanan’s days as a graduate student at Princeton University, before exploring his work as a scientist and the false espionage charges placed upon him.
In the award event, actresses Alia Bhatt and Kriti Sanon shared the Best Actress award for their...
- 8/24/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
As the moment of landing of India’s third lunar exploration mission – Chandrayaan 3 draws closer, the Indian film industry is super charged up to witness the latest lunar mission making history. Bollywood celebrities like Abhishek Bachchan, R Madhavan, filmmaker Shekhar Kapur and actor-director Rishabh Shetty lauded the space mission as they took to their respective social media accounts to send their best wishes to the scientists and the brains behind the mission as they hoped for a successful landing.
Abhishek Bachchan, who recently appeared on the latest season of ‘Kaun Banega Crorepati’, hosted by his father Amitabh Bachchan, called it a moment of pride.
He said on the show: “I am feeling very proud. It will land on 23rd evening and our chests swells with pride because our space programme has reached the moon,” Abhishek told the media recently. Singer Hariharan reportedly said: “The whole country is together in...
Abhishek Bachchan, who recently appeared on the latest season of ‘Kaun Banega Crorepati’, hosted by his father Amitabh Bachchan, called it a moment of pride.
He said on the show: “I am feeling very proud. It will land on 23rd evening and our chests swells with pride because our space programme has reached the moon,” Abhishek told the media recently. Singer Hariharan reportedly said: “The whole country is together in...
- 8/23/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
R Madhavan is all set to celebrate his birthday being engrossed in work. He is currently shooting in Chennai for his next project Test with Nayantara and Siddarth. Talking about having a working birthday, Madhavan shares, “Birthdays are special, no doubt, but for me, my work is equally important. I feel fortunate to be doing what I love, and that in itself is the best birthday gift.”
Interestingly, this comes shortly after Madhavan’s remarkable achievement at the Iifa Awards, where he was honoured with the prestigious Best Director award for his outstanding work in the film ‘Rocketry: The Nambi Effect’. Madhavan also acted in the film as Nambi Narayan.
The biographical drama, which showcases the remarkable story of former scientist Nambi Narayanan, captivated audiences and critics alike. Madhavan’s win at the Iifa Awards further solidified his position as a talented filmmaker in the industry. Despite the recent accolades and recognition,...
Interestingly, this comes shortly after Madhavan’s remarkable achievement at the Iifa Awards, where he was honoured with the prestigious Best Director award for his outstanding work in the film ‘Rocketry: The Nambi Effect’. Madhavan also acted in the film as Nambi Narayan.
The biographical drama, which showcases the remarkable story of former scientist Nambi Narayanan, captivated audiences and critics alike. Madhavan’s win at the Iifa Awards further solidified his position as a talented filmmaker in the industry. Despite the recent accolades and recognition,...
- 6/1/2023
- by Editorial Desk
- GlamSham
AwardsThe list released by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences on Tuesday features a total of 301 movies from across the globe.Tnm StaffImageCredit:Facebook/Rrr, Facebook/Hombale Films, Facebook/Bhansali ProductionsFrom SS Rajamouli’s Rrr to Rishab Shetty’s Kantara - A Legend, up to 11 Indian films have made the cut to the annual reminder list of productions eligible for the 95th Academy Awards, more popularly known as the Oscars. The list released by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences on Tuesday, January 10, features a total of 301 movies from across the globe. Among the Indian features on the list are four Hindi language films, two Kannada and Marathi films, and one Telugu, Tamil, and Gujarati film each. The nominations will be announced on January 24, and the award presentation ceremony will be held on March 12. Here are the Indian productions that have secured spots in the reminder...
- 1/10/2023
- by RajeswariP
- The News Minute
South Indian films seem to be ruling the roost as nine out of ten most popular Indian movies on the IMDb list, are from southern states starting with S.S. Rajamouli’s magnum opus ‘Rrr’ which landed the top spot followed by ‘The Kashmir Files’ – the only Hindi language film in the list.
Speaking on ‘Rrr’ being the IMDb Most Popular Indian Film of 2022, filmmaker Rajamouli said, “Rrr is a tale of friendship which everyone can relate to, told in a style that’s inspired by ancient Indian storytelling and is a film I hold very close to my heart.”
He added: “I am grateful to IMDb for the honour and would like to thank viewers worldwide for their love and appreciation. This celebration belongs to the entire cast and crew who worked relentlessly to create the magic viewers witnessed on screen.”
The third spot on the list was grabbed by...
Speaking on ‘Rrr’ being the IMDb Most Popular Indian Film of 2022, filmmaker Rajamouli said, “Rrr is a tale of friendship which everyone can relate to, told in a style that’s inspired by ancient Indian storytelling and is a film I hold very close to my heart.”
He added: “I am grateful to IMDb for the honour and would like to thank viewers worldwide for their love and appreciation. This celebration belongs to the entire cast and crew who worked relentlessly to create the magic viewers witnessed on screen.”
The third spot on the list was grabbed by...
- 12/14/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
ControversyWhile Nambi Narayanan did not want to comment on allegations his lawyer C Unnikrishnan said that a film may use certain creative freedom while dramatising a story. CrisIt’s not dawn yet when the camera shows a house where morning prayers are heard and a man sits chanting hymns. Madhavan’s introduction in Rocketry begins with this picture of a praying devout man, making jokes with the family—a talkative wife (Simran), a son, a daughter, a son-in-law. It is meant to be the day Nambi Narayanan, a scientist with the Indian Space Research Organisation (Isro), gets arrested in a case of espionage—a case that would later be declared fake by the courts. Madhavan wrote, produced, directed and acted in the film after hearing Nambi’s story. More than a month after the film was released, a few scientists who used to work with Nambi at the Isro alleged...
- 9/1/2022
- by Cris
- The News Minute
Chennai, Aug 31 (Ians) Wednesday was indeed a blessed day for Tamil-Telugu actress Varalaxmi Sarathkumar, with two chance meetings, one at the airport and another on a flight.
She first ran into eminent scientist Nambi Narayanan, on whose life R. Madhavan’s film ‘Rocketry’ is based, and then ended up meeting Thalapathi Vijay on a flight to Hyderabad.
Taking to Twitter, Varalaxmi gushed: “What a lovely meeting by chance, Nambi Narayanan sir. As soon as he met us, he immediately appreciated our work and praised me to appa (Sarath Kumar) for doing such selective good work, made me feel so special. Thank you so much sir for all that you have done for us.”
That was not all. Later in the day, the actress again tweeted. This time, she wrote about how she had a good flight to Hyderabad and how she met Thalapathi Vijay, who was last seen in ‘Vikram’, on the flight.
She first ran into eminent scientist Nambi Narayanan, on whose life R. Madhavan’s film ‘Rocketry’ is based, and then ended up meeting Thalapathi Vijay on a flight to Hyderabad.
Taking to Twitter, Varalaxmi gushed: “What a lovely meeting by chance, Nambi Narayanan sir. As soon as he met us, he immediately appreciated our work and praised me to appa (Sarath Kumar) for doing such selective good work, made me feel so special. Thank you so much sir for all that you have done for us.”
That was not all. Later in the day, the actress again tweeted. This time, she wrote about how she had a good flight to Hyderabad and how she met Thalapathi Vijay, who was last seen in ‘Vikram’, on the flight.
- 8/31/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Thiruvananthapuram, Aug 24 (Ians) Top former space scientists, all retired from Isro on Wednesday slammed their former colleague S. Nambi Narayanan, terming the claims he has made in movie “Rocketry: The Nambi Effect” released globally on July 2 “a bluff” and “devoid of facts”, and hence, making them decide to go public.
The movie is about the life and struggles of Nambi Narayanan who was a senior scientist in the Isro and later was alleged of being involved in espionage. He fought the case, got acquitted of all charges, and even made the police pay him compensation for undue detention and trauma.
The film has been scripted and directed by actor R. Madhavan and has by now completed more than 50 days.
Among those who addressed the media here included Dr A.E. Muthunayagom, the former Director of Isro’s Liquid Propulsion Systems Centre (Lpsc), D. Sasikumaran, former Deputy Director, Cryogenic Engine), Prof E.
The movie is about the life and struggles of Nambi Narayanan who was a senior scientist in the Isro and later was alleged of being involved in espionage. He fought the case, got acquitted of all charges, and even made the police pay him compensation for undue detention and trauma.
The film has been scripted and directed by actor R. Madhavan and has by now completed more than 50 days.
Among those who addressed the media here included Dr A.E. Muthunayagom, the former Director of Isro’s Liquid Propulsion Systems Centre (Lpsc), D. Sasikumaran, former Deputy Director, Cryogenic Engine), Prof E.
- 8/24/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Actor Madhavan’s critically acclaimed hit film ‘Rocketry: The Nambi Effect’, which continues to have a splendid run, has now completed a remarkable 50 days in theatres. What is remarkable about the achievement is that the film’s run in theatres continues to be strong, even after it was released on the Ott platform Amazon Prime Video on July 26.
Produced by Tricolour Films and Varghese Moolan Pictures, the film stars Madhavan in the lead and also marks his directorial debut. It also features Simran, Ranjit Kapoor and includes a special cameo by Suriya.
Taking to Twitter to thank the audience and the fans for the film’s success, Madhavan said: “Thank you all from the bottom of our hearts. This is so very gratifying and humbling.”
The actor also shared a poster that said that the film had completed 50 days in theatres.
The biographical drama is based on the life of Isro scientist Nambi Narayanan,...
Produced by Tricolour Films and Varghese Moolan Pictures, the film stars Madhavan in the lead and also marks his directorial debut. It also features Simran, Ranjit Kapoor and includes a special cameo by Suriya.
Taking to Twitter to thank the audience and the fans for the film’s success, Madhavan said: “Thank you all from the bottom of our hearts. This is so very gratifying and humbling.”
The actor also shared a poster that said that the film had completed 50 days in theatres.
The biographical drama is based on the life of Isro scientist Nambi Narayanan,...
- 8/21/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Commission
Former Manchester City and England soccer player Micah Richards fronts “Player Pranks,” a show commissioned by Sky, produced by Zig Zag and Krempelwood. The show sees the Premier League winner team up with his Sky Sports colleague Adam ‘Smithy’ Smith for a top-secret mission to prank the great and good of football. In each 30-minute episode, Micah and Smith take to the field with hidden cameras, ingenious props and comic actors to inject mayhem into the lives of some of the U.K.’s most famous soccer personalities, when they least expect it. Stars include former professional soccer player and manager, Chris Kamara, England national soccer star Jill Scott, Micah’s fellow Sky Sports pundit and former Liverpool defender, Jamie Carragher, and former Spurs and England star Jermaine Jenas.
The four-part series will air on Sky Max and Sky Sports this August as part of the countdown to the 2022/23 soccer season.
Former Manchester City and England soccer player Micah Richards fronts “Player Pranks,” a show commissioned by Sky, produced by Zig Zag and Krempelwood. The show sees the Premier League winner team up with his Sky Sports colleague Adam ‘Smithy’ Smith for a top-secret mission to prank the great and good of football. In each 30-minute episode, Micah and Smith take to the field with hidden cameras, ingenious props and comic actors to inject mayhem into the lives of some of the U.K.’s most famous soccer personalities, when they least expect it. Stars include former professional soccer player and manager, Chris Kamara, England national soccer star Jill Scott, Micah’s fellow Sky Sports pundit and former Liverpool defender, Jamie Carragher, and former Spurs and England star Jermaine Jenas.
The four-part series will air on Sky Max and Sky Sports this August as part of the countdown to the 2022/23 soccer season.
- 7/20/2022
- by Patrick Frater
- Variety Film + TV
KollywoodThe biographical drama, based on the life of Nambi Narayanan, a former scientist and aerospace engineer of the Indian Space Research Organisation, released theatrically on July 1.PTIScreengrab/ YouTube Actor R Madhavan's directorial debut Rocketry: The Nambi Effect is set to have its digital premiere on Prime Video on July 26.The biographical drama is based on the life of Nambi Narayanan, a former scientist and aerospace engineer of the Indian Space Research Organisation. It released theatrically on July 1. Rocketry was headlined by Madhavan, who had also written and produced the film. The movie will be streaming in Tamil, Telugu, Kannada and Malayalam. Produced by Tricolour Films and Varghese Moolan Pictures, Rocketry stars Madhavan in the lead and also marks his directorial debut. It also features Simran, Ranjit Kapoor and includes a special cameo by Suriya. Talking about the movie's Ott premiere, Madhavan said in a statement released on July 20:...
- 7/20/2022
- by SaradhaU
- The News Minute
CinemaA slew of Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam and Kannada films and web series are lined up for theatrical and Ott release.Tnm StaffFacebook and Twitter/ Sai Pallavi, ParthibanA number of movies and shows in Tamil, Telugu, Kannada and Malayalam are gearing up for release in July. While some have already released in theatres and are set to stream on over-the-top (Ott) platforms, several films are slated for release in cinemas later this month. Pan-Indian releases like Rocketry: The Nambi Effect, a biopic on former Isro scientist Nambi Narayanan, and Kichcha Sudeep’s Vikrant Rona; blockbuster movies with a star-studded cast such as Kamal Haasan’s Vikram, and Rana Daggubati and Sai Pallavi’s Virata Parvam, as well as Ott releases like Meme Boys and Modern Love: Hyderabad, a number of Ott and theatrical releases are in store for July, Tamil Vikram Written and directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, Vikram stars actors Kamal Haasan,...
- 7/5/2022
- by SaradhaU
- The News Minute
ReviewIf the film still strikes a chord somewhere despite all the bungling, it is because you know someone lived through this story. That alone makes it worth a watch.Sowmya RajendranScreengrabThe infamous spy case foisted on Isro’s star aerospace engineer Nambi Narayanan is a blot on the country’s history. Decades have passed since Nambi was arrested out of the blue, tortured, and declared a traitor for selling ‘rocket’ secrets to Pakistan. But the whys and hows of the case are still murky. Ahead of watching Rocketry: The Nambi Effect, directed by Madhavan who also plays the lead role, I read about the case once again to refresh my memory. How could a man who had been an integral part of Indian space science be branded so easily as a criminal? This is an intriguing and frightening real life story; a tale of incredible determination, hard work, deceit, betrayal...
- 7/1/2022
- by AjayR
- The News Minute
R Madhavan‘s directorial debut, Rocketry: The Nambi Effect released today on the 1st of July. Madhavan also wrote and stars in the lead role of Nambi Narayanan. Tracing the life of Narayanan, renowned for developing the Vikas Engine – one of the most efficient liquid fuel engines in the world today; it continues to be a workhorse at The Indian Space Research Organization (Isro). Astoundingly, the former Isro scientist and aerospace engineer was inevitably embroiled in an unjust spy scandal. The biographical drama will unveil the truth behind the mystery as it unravels in an interview by celebrated superstar of Bollywood, Shah Rukh Khan.
When asked about Shah Rukh Khan, Madhavan says he is a fan, “Khan sahab is a legend, and I don’t dare say that I have a friendship with him. I am an admirer of his work, and it will be too presumptuous of us to say that we are friends.
When asked about Shah Rukh Khan, Madhavan says he is a fan, “Khan sahab is a legend, and I don’t dare say that I have a friendship with him. I am an admirer of his work, and it will be too presumptuous of us to say that we are friends.
- 7/1/2022
- by Stacey Yount
- Bollyspice
Rocketry: The Nambi Effect
Starring R Madhavan,Simran
Directed by R Madhavan
Once in a while a film comes along to change lives. Tamil-Hindi star-actor R Madhavan’s directorial debut is no ordinary bio-pic. It takes us far away from the glorification of gangsters and the hagiographic tone of biopics on politicians, to give us a revelatory eye-opening story of a scientist who dedicated his life to enhancing India’s aerospace programme, only to be branded a spy.
What happened?
The film’s dramatic core is situated in the post-midpoint segment where we are made conversant with the stigmatization of Nambi Narayanan and his family. The scientist’s interrogation by a handful of seemingly ordinary investigators will send a chill up your smile. Every blow will make you flinch.
Writer-director Madhavan divides Nambi Narayanan’s story into two halves. In the first-half we see the young scientist’s stint in...
Starring R Madhavan,Simran
Directed by R Madhavan
Once in a while a film comes along to change lives. Tamil-Hindi star-actor R Madhavan’s directorial debut is no ordinary bio-pic. It takes us far away from the glorification of gangsters and the hagiographic tone of biopics on politicians, to give us a revelatory eye-opening story of a scientist who dedicated his life to enhancing India’s aerospace programme, only to be branded a spy.
What happened?
The film’s dramatic core is situated in the post-midpoint segment where we are made conversant with the stigmatization of Nambi Narayanan and his family. The scientist’s interrogation by a handful of seemingly ordinary investigators will send a chill up your smile. Every blow will make you flinch.
Writer-director Madhavan divides Nambi Narayanan’s story into two halves. In the first-half we see the young scientist’s stint in...
- 6/29/2022
- by Subhash K Jha
- Bollyspice
Interview‘Rocketry: The Nambi Effect’, the biopic of former Isro rocket scientist Nambi Narayanan, who was falsely accused of espionage and arrested in 1994, is set to hit the big screens on July 1.Saradha UInstagram/ MadhavanIt is 9 pm and actor Madhavan has had interviews lined up all day since he landed in Chennai, but he is thrilled to talk about the vision behind his film Rocketry: The Nambi Effect coming to life. From the Cannes Film Festival and a 15-day US tour including a Times Square premiere of the film’s trailer, to media interactions and events in south Indian states, the popular actor has left no stone unturned to promote Rocketry, which marks his directorial debut. In addition to direction, Madhavan is also on board as the writer, producer and lead actor in this biopic of former rocket scientist at the Indian Space Research Organisation (Isro) Nambi Narayanan, who was...
- 6/21/2022
- by SaradhaU
- The News Minute
R Madhavan’s directorial debut, Rocketry: The Nambi Effect, has been creating a buzz since its World Premiere at the coveted 75th Cannes Film Festival. The film, which he also wrote and stars in traces the life of Narayanan, renowned for developing the Vikas Engine – one of the most efficient, liquid fuel engines in the world today that continues to be a workhorse at The Indian Space Research Organization (Isro) in almost every launch with the unique distinction of never having failed – the former Isro scientist and aerospace engineer was inevitably embroiled in a spy scandal.
The actor-turned-director has opened up about how he changed the entire script after having a conversation with former Isro scientist, Nambi Narayanan. In an interview, Madhavan revealed why he wanted to make the film and how the script was changed.
The actor said he came up with the idea after seeing tears in Nambi...
The actor-turned-director has opened up about how he changed the entire script after having a conversation with former Isro scientist, Nambi Narayanan. In an interview, Madhavan revealed why he wanted to make the film and how the script was changed.
The actor said he came up with the idea after seeing tears in Nambi...
- 6/17/2022
- by Stacey Yount
- Bollyspice
R. Madhavan’s directorial debut ‘Rocketry: The Nambi Effect’, which is India’s official selection for its world premiere at the 75th edition of Cannes Film Festival, saw its grand premiere at the convention centre of Palais des Festivals. Madhavan and Isro genius and space scientist Nambi Narayanan, on whom the film is based, walked the red […]...
- 5/20/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
For acclaimed Indian actor R. Madhavan, making his directorial debut, “Rocketry: The Nambi Effect,” literally required an understanding of rocket science.
In addition to directing, Madhavan plays the role of Indian scientist, Nambi Narayanan, a former Indian Space Research Organization scientist and aerospace engineer known for developing efficient liquid fuel engines and who became embroiled in a spy scandal.
The director attached to the project had to drop out at the last minute due to scheduling conflicts and Madhavan who had a deep understanding of the script having written it himself after conversations with Narayanan had to take up the mantle.
“At that point of time to get somebody to understand rocket science or liquid fuel engine or what rocketry is or what a specific impulse is, or what escape velocity is and how it has to be depicted, a ready director of that caliber in the industry was next to impossible,...
In addition to directing, Madhavan plays the role of Indian scientist, Nambi Narayanan, a former Indian Space Research Organization scientist and aerospace engineer known for developing efficient liquid fuel engines and who became embroiled in a spy scandal.
The director attached to the project had to drop out at the last minute due to scheduling conflicts and Madhavan who had a deep understanding of the script having written it himself after conversations with Narayanan had to take up the mantle.
“At that point of time to get somebody to understand rocket science or liquid fuel engine or what rocketry is or what a specific impulse is, or what escape velocity is and how it has to be depicted, a ready director of that caliber in the industry was next to impossible,...
- 5/19/2022
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
The anticipation to watch R Madhavan’s Rocketry: The Nambi Effect is thick in the air. Based on the life of the Isro genius, Nambi Narayanan, the biographical drama will trace his journey from getting caught in a spy scandal to getting awarded the Padma Bhushan in 2019. The film is India’s selection for the 75th […]...
- 5/17/2022
- by Glamsham Editorial
- GlamSham
Indian actor and filmmaker R Madhavan’s directorial debut Rocketry: The Nambi Effect will receive its world premiere in Cannes on May 19 as part of the celebration of India as the official country of honor at the Cannes Market this year. Check out some exclusive new photos above and below.
The film is not part of the festival’s Official Selection, but kicks off a tradition that the market will continue as it designates countries of honor during future editions. This being the 75th Cannes, Rocketry notably coincides with 75 years of Indian independence. India’s Ministry of Culture selected the film for its red carpet premiere in Cannes.
The biographical drama was shot simultaneously in multiple languages including Hindi, Tamil and English, with the English version showing in Cannes. The theatrical release is set for July 1 and will also feature Telugu, Malayalam and Kannada versions.
Madhavan plays the role of the eponymous Nambi Narayanan, a former Indian Space Research Organization scientist and aerospace engineer. Madhavan also wrote and produces the film.
The big scale production was shot in India, France, Canada, Georgia, Serbia and Russia. It features an ensemble cast including Downton Abbey’s Phyllis Logan, Vincent Riotta (House Of Gucci) and Ron Donachie (Game Of Thrones), alongside Madhavan, Simran, Rajit Kapur, Ravi Raghavendra, Misha Ghoshal, Gulshan Grover, Karthik Kumar and Dinesh Prabhakar, with special appearances from Shah Rukh Khan and Suriya.
Rocketry traces the life of Narayanan, renowned for developing the Vikas Engine — one of the most efficient, liquid fuel engines in the world that continues to be a workhorse at the Isro in almost every launch with the unique distinction of never having failed. However, the former Isro scientist and aerospace engineer was ultimately embroiled in a spy scandal. The film unveils the truth behind the mystery as it unravels in an interview by Shah Rukh Khan (in English and Hindi) and Suriya Sivakumar (in Tamil) on a TV program.
Speaking about Rocketry: The Nambi Effect’s world premiere during Cannes, Madhavan tells Deadline, “I feel very honored and privileged to be attending Cannes for the very first time and yet very nervous deep in my guts. But then, I keep reminding myself that all I ever wanted was to really tell a story, a story that possessed me and I just wanted to put it out there.”
Rocketry: The Nambi Effect is produced by TriColour Films, Varghese Moolan Pictures and 27th Investments. The film is being distributed by UFO Moviez in India, with Red Giants distributing in the south. Yash Raj Films and Phars Film Co have international rights.
The film is not part of the festival’s Official Selection, but kicks off a tradition that the market will continue as it designates countries of honor during future editions. This being the 75th Cannes, Rocketry notably coincides with 75 years of Indian independence. India’s Ministry of Culture selected the film for its red carpet premiere in Cannes.
The biographical drama was shot simultaneously in multiple languages including Hindi, Tamil and English, with the English version showing in Cannes. The theatrical release is set for July 1 and will also feature Telugu, Malayalam and Kannada versions.
Madhavan plays the role of the eponymous Nambi Narayanan, a former Indian Space Research Organization scientist and aerospace engineer. Madhavan also wrote and produces the film.
The big scale production was shot in India, France, Canada, Georgia, Serbia and Russia. It features an ensemble cast including Downton Abbey’s Phyllis Logan, Vincent Riotta (House Of Gucci) and Ron Donachie (Game Of Thrones), alongside Madhavan, Simran, Rajit Kapur, Ravi Raghavendra, Misha Ghoshal, Gulshan Grover, Karthik Kumar and Dinesh Prabhakar, with special appearances from Shah Rukh Khan and Suriya.
Rocketry traces the life of Narayanan, renowned for developing the Vikas Engine — one of the most efficient, liquid fuel engines in the world that continues to be a workhorse at the Isro in almost every launch with the unique distinction of never having failed. However, the former Isro scientist and aerospace engineer was ultimately embroiled in a spy scandal. The film unveils the truth behind the mystery as it unravels in an interview by Shah Rukh Khan (in English and Hindi) and Suriya Sivakumar (in Tamil) on a TV program.
Speaking about Rocketry: The Nambi Effect’s world premiere during Cannes, Madhavan tells Deadline, “I feel very honored and privileged to be attending Cannes for the very first time and yet very nervous deep in my guts. But then, I keep reminding myself that all I ever wanted was to really tell a story, a story that possessed me and I just wanted to put it out there.”
Rocketry: The Nambi Effect is produced by TriColour Films, Varghese Moolan Pictures and 27th Investments. The film is being distributed by UFO Moviez in India, with Red Giants distributing in the south. Yash Raj Films and Phars Film Co have international rights.
- 5/5/2022
- by Nancy Tartaglione
- Deadline Film + TV
R Madhavan’s directorial debut ‘Rocketry: The Nambi Effect’ is set to have its world premiere during the 75th Cannes Film Festival. The film, a biographical drama, is based on Isro space scientist Nambi Narayanan, who introduced the liquid fuel rocket technology in India in the early 1970s. India’s Ministry of Culture has officially selected the […]...
- 5/5/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Here’s some exciting Cannes Film Festival news! R Madhavan’s much-awaited directorial debut, Rocketry: The Nambi Effect, will receive its World Premiere during the 75th Cannes Film Festival.
Speaking about Rocketry: The Nambi Effect’s World Premiere during Cannes Film Festival, R Madhavan says, “I’m in a daze! I just started by wanting to tell the story of Nambi Narayanan and I’m unable to believe all that’s happening. With God’s grace, we’ve waited long and I’m grateful and thrilled to watch all good things happening for the film. As a debut director, my nervousness is making it difficult for me to breathe and all I hope is to make India proud!”
R Madhavan, plays the titular role of the eponymous, Indian scientist, Nambi Narayanan, a former Isro scientist and aerospace engineer, and has also directed, produced and written the film. It features an ensemble star cast comprising acclaimed,...
Speaking about Rocketry: The Nambi Effect’s World Premiere during Cannes Film Festival, R Madhavan says, “I’m in a daze! I just started by wanting to tell the story of Nambi Narayanan and I’m unable to believe all that’s happening. With God’s grace, we’ve waited long and I’m grateful and thrilled to watch all good things happening for the film. As a debut director, my nervousness is making it difficult for me to breathe and all I hope is to make India proud!”
R Madhavan, plays the titular role of the eponymous, Indian scientist, Nambi Narayanan, a former Isro scientist and aerospace engineer, and has also directed, produced and written the film. It features an ensemble star cast comprising acclaimed,...
- 5/5/2022
- by Stacey Yount
- Bollyspice
“Rocketry: The Nambi Effect,” the directorial debut of acclaimed Indian actor R. Madhavan, will have its industry premiere in Cannes as a market screening.
India is the country of honor at this year’s Cannes Film Market.
Madhavan plays the role of Indian scientist, Nambi Narayanan, a former Indian Space Research Organization scientist and aerospace engineer known for developing efficient liquid fuel engines and who became embroiled in a spy scandal. The film has been shot in multiple languages including Hindi, Tamil and English, with the English version premiering at Cannes.
The biographical drama, also produced and written by Madhavan, will unveil new insights into the mystery as it unravels via the narrative device of an interview on a TV program. Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan is the interviewer in the English and Hindi versions while Suriya Sivakumar steps in for the Tamil version.
The film was shot in India,...
India is the country of honor at this year’s Cannes Film Market.
Madhavan plays the role of Indian scientist, Nambi Narayanan, a former Indian Space Research Organization scientist and aerospace engineer known for developing efficient liquid fuel engines and who became embroiled in a spy scandal. The film has been shot in multiple languages including Hindi, Tamil and English, with the English version premiering at Cannes.
The biographical drama, also produced and written by Madhavan, will unveil new insights into the mystery as it unravels via the narrative device of an interview on a TV program. Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan is the interviewer in the English and Hindi versions while Suriya Sivakumar steps in for the Tamil version.
The film was shot in India,...
- 5/4/2022
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
R Madhavan‘s much-awaited directorial debut, the biographical drama, Rocketry: The Nambi is getting closer to release. Rocketry: The Nambi Effect is now slated for a worldwide theatrical release on 1st July 2022. The movie has been shot simultaneously in multiple languages including Hindi, Tamil and English, and will also be released in Telugu, Malayalam and Kannada.
What is so exciting is that not only has Madhavan directed, produced and written the film, the actor will be seen in the skin of the eponymous character Nambi Narayanan in Rocketry: The Nambi Effect. Tracing the life of Indian scientist Nambi Narayanan, a former Isro scientist and aerospace engineer who was caught in the throes of a spy scandal, the biographical drama will unveil the truth behind the mystery. Fans are awaiting Madh return to the big screen after three years, especially in this never-seen-before avatar.
The film also boasts a powerful ensemble...
What is so exciting is that not only has Madhavan directed, produced and written the film, the actor will be seen in the skin of the eponymous character Nambi Narayanan in Rocketry: The Nambi Effect. Tracing the life of Indian scientist Nambi Narayanan, a former Isro scientist and aerospace engineer who was caught in the throes of a spy scandal, the biographical drama will unveil the truth behind the mystery. Fans are awaiting Madh return to the big screen after three years, especially in this never-seen-before avatar.
The film also boasts a powerful ensemble...
- 2/18/2022
- by Stacey Yount
- Bollyspice
KollywoodThe film marks Madhavan’s directorial debut. IANSScreengrab/ YouTubeActor R Madhavan's much-awaited film Rocketry: The Nambi Effect is gearing up for theatrical release on July 1 this year. The makers of the film took to social media on Monday, February 14 to announce the release date. Madhavan also shared the announcement on social media. The biographical drama traces the life of Indian scientist Nambi Narayanan, a former Isro scientist and aerospace engineer who was caught in the throes of a spy scandal. It has music by composer Sam Cs. The movie has been shot simultaneously in multiple languages including Hindi, Tamil and English, and will also be released in Telugu, Malayalam and Kannada. While Madhavan will be seen as Nambi Narayanan in Rocketry, he has also directed, produced and written the film. With an ensemble cast comprising actors Phyllis Logan, Vincent Riotta, Ron Donaiche along with Simran, Rajit Kapur, Ravi Raghavendra, Misha Ghoshal,...
- 2/15/2022
- by SaradhaU
- The News Minute
Actor R Madhavan’s much-awaited film ‘Rocketry: The Nambi Effect’ is to release in theatres worldwide on July 1 this year. Tracing the life of Indian scientist Nambi Narayanan, a former Isro scientist and aerospace engineer who was caught in the throes of a spy scandal, the biographical drama will unveil the truth behind the mystery. […]...
- 2/14/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
KollywoodThe first-look and title of the Pandiraj directorial were unveiled on July 22, ahead of actor Suriya’s birthday on July 23. Tnm StaffScreengrab/ YouTubePutting an end to the long wait, the makers of actor Suriya’s tentatively titled movie Suriya 40, unveiled the first-look and title of the movie on Thursday, July 22, ahead of Suriya’s birthday on July 23.The movie has been titled Etharkkum Thunindhavan. Holding a sword, Suriya walks into a factory, where we see injured people lying on the ground. The video features a series of close-up shots where we see Suriya dragging someone’s body or pointing his gun and shooting at someone. Towards the end of nearly half a minute video, we see the silhouette of Suriya with a sword along with upbeat background music, setting the tone for an intriguing thriller. The Pandiraj directorial stars actor Priyanka Arul Mohan opposite Suriya. Actor Sathyaraj too has...
- 7/22/2021
- by SaradhaU
- The News Minute
KollywoodBased on the life of former Isro scientist Nambi Narayanan, ‘Rocketry: The Nambi Effect’ stars Madhavan and Simran Bagga in the lead roles. Tnm StaffInstagram/ Madhavan RActor Madhavan, who is all set to make his directorial debut with the upcoming biopic Rocketry: The Nambi Effect, took to social media on April 5 to reveal that he had the opportunity to speak with Prime Minister Narendra Modi about the film, ahead of its release. Sharing pictures of his meeting with the Prime Minister, which included scientist Nambi Narayanan, Madhavan told fans that he was delighted to talk to Pm Modi about the film. "A few weeks ago, @NambiNOfficial and I had the honour of calling on Pm @narendramodi. We spoke on the upcoming film #Rocketrythefilm and were touched and honoured by Pm's reaction to the clips and concern for Nambi ji & the wrong done to him. Thank you for the privilege sir,...
- 4/6/2021
- by SaradhaU
- The News Minute
Kollywood'Rocketry: The Nambi Effect' is Madhavan's directorial debut, and will have him as the lead with Suriya playing a cameo role.Tnm StaffScreengrab/YouTubePutting an end to a long wait, the trailer of Rocketry: The Nambi Effect, which marks actor R Madhavan’s directorial debut, was released on Thursday. Shortly after the trailer premiered at 5 pm, actor Suriya, who plays a cameo role in the movie as a journalist, took to Twitter to share his thoughts and praise Madhavan for the trailer. “Mind-blowing!!! Amazed and in awe with what you have pulled off with so much passion! @ActorMadhavan I feel fortunate n proud to have been a part of this Gem!,” Suriya wrote. Madhavan, who is both directing and playing the titular role in the movie, thanked Suriya for his contribution to the movie. “Brother we owe you more than you can ever imagine. If not for you this...
- 4/1/2021
- by SaradhaU
- The News Minute
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