Akshay Kumar stars in fictional biopic about Sunita Williams

Sunita Williams, an American astronaut with Indian roots, recently returned to Earth after a long mission on the International Space Station (ISS). She and fellow astronaut Barry Butch E. Wilmore landed safely in the Gulf of Mexico on March 19. Their return sparked celebrations in India, especially on social media. Fans began joking about a potential biopic featuring Williams, with Bollywood star Akshay Kumar as the lead. This playful idea gained attention when a humorous image of Kumar's face edited onto Williams' NASA portrait was shared online. The post drew laughs but also concerns about the possibility of an actual film. Commenters expressed their hopes that such a project would not come to fruition. One user said they were tired of Kumar's repetitive roles in films. Others joined in the fun by imagining what a movie about Williams might look like, often adding wild and dramatic scenarios not based on real events from her time in space. Despite the jokes, Williams' mission was significant and challenging. She faced various physiological issues during her nine months aboard the ISS. While the biopic remains a humorous idea for now, it highlights the growing interest in her achievements and experiences in space.