Prakash Raj commends ISRO's Chandrayaan-3 triumph amidst Twitter backlash

The success of Chandrayaan-3 has evoked not only widespread appreciation from the general public but has also garnered accolades from various celebrities, who have taken to social media to congratulate ISRO on this remarkable achievement. Amid them renowned actor and political figure Prakash Raj has turned to Twitter to express his gratitude towards the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) for the remarkable success of the Chandrayaan-3 mission. 

His tweet read, "PROUD MOMENT for INDIA and to Humankind.. Thank you #ISRO #Chandrayaan3 #VikramLander and to everyone who contributed to make this happen .. may this guide us to Explore and Celebrate the mystery of our UNIVERSE .. #justasking"

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This appreciation comes on the heels of a previous Twitter post by the actor that stirred controversy and criticism. In his earlier tweet, Prakash Raj had shared a cartoon that playfully depicted a man in traditional attire, pouring tea, humorously suggesting it was the "first picture coming from the Moon." 

The post was accompanied by the words, “BREAKING NEWS:- First picture coming from the Moon by #VikramLander Wowww #justasking.” The post drew substantial backlash, with many interpreting it as insensitive. The actor later clarified his intent, stating that he was referring to an old joke from the times of the Apollo 11 mission and emphasizing that the post was intended as lighthearted humor.

Addressing the trolls and critics, Prakash Raj subsequently shared another tweet that showcased a picture of a Kerala chaiwala, humorously referring to the stereotype and playfully acknowledging the ongoing dialogue around the term.

The Chandrayaan-3 mission stands as a testament to ISRO's innovation and dedication, positioning India as a notable contender in the global space exploration arena.