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The movie is about two mothers, two children and everything in-between. It shows clearly how despite belonging to different poles of the society, we are essentially bound by the same set of emotions - fear, greed, anger and ultimately and overwhelming sense of helplessness.

A must watch for the commendable performances by everyone (special mention to master Surya), a nail biting tear jerking climax.

Rocket Boys chronicles the journey of two extraordinary scientists involved in India's making since the early days of independence. Homi Bhaba and Vikram Sarabhai. The pioneers in India's scientific research and laying the foundations to take India to the world mantle and be a scientific and technological force to reckon with.

Jim Sarbh has given the performance of a lifetime (yet) - you see Bhaba all the time. You don't see the actor. The actor simply disappears and all you see is the character. Hats Off! True homage to the great scientist being portrayed by such a great actor.

Ishwak has done an equally extraordinary job, the calm, poised young mind, with a passion to serve the country and her people in whatever means he could, and finally laying the foundation of India's space program, currently one of the top 5 in the world.

I would be more happy if the script stayed true to known facts and avoided fictional characters like Raza Mehdi or Vishwesh Mathur. May be dramatization was required. But a true historical account would make an equally honest appeal. It would certainly not diminish the glory of these pioneers.

Finally, a word about the glimpse of the character of APJ Abdul Kalaam in the show. Every scene of him, makes us want for more. Hope there is a season 2 and it focuses on the works and struggle of Kalaam Sir!

A modern time where a Dracula is a misfit, a subject of ridicule, subject of curiosity but not someone who is feared. The Dracula work his day time job, lives a friendless life, tries to sympathize with the helpless and may be in the process tries to redeem himself from centuries worth of pent up sins of passion and instinct.

A true masterpiece.