Chiranjeevi Hails Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore’s Heroic Return as a ‘True Blue Blockbuster’

Synopsis

Chiranjeevi and Madhavan welcomed astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore back to Earth on March 19, calling their story a ‘true blue blockbuster’. The duo returned after an extended stay in space due to technical issues, and they are now undergoing rehabilitation for gravity adjustment.

Key Takeaways

Chiranjeevi and Madhavan welcome astronauts back to Earth.
Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore called their journey a ‘true blue blockbuster’.
Their stay in space extended to 286 days due to technical issues.
They are now in a 45-day rehabilitation program.
Public interest in their journey sparked debates on space travel safety.

Chennai, March 19 (NationPress) The legendary Chiranjeevi and popular Bollywood star Madhavan were among the first to greet astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore upon their return to Earth from space on Wednesday. Chiranjeevi referred to their remarkable journey as, “A true blue blockbuster”.

Taking to his social media account, Chiranjeevi expressed, “Welcome back to Earth Sunita Williams & Butch Wilmore!! Historic and heroic ‘home’ coming!!! After spending eight days in space, they returned after an incredible 286 days, completing an astonishing 4577 orbits around our planet! Your story is unmatched, profoundly thrilling, and the greatest adventure ever! A true blue blockbuster!! More power to you!!! @Astro_Suni Kudos to #SpaceXDragon #Crew9 for bringing them back! #SunitaWilliams”

Nasa astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore have embarked on a 45-day rehabilitation program to help them adjust to Earth’s gravity following their nine-month space journey.

The two astronauts returned early on Wednesday (Indian time) aboard SpaceX's Crew-9 mission, splashing down off the coast of Florida.

Williams and Wilmore's extended stay in space was unplanned. They launched aboard Boeing's Starliner on June 5 of last year for what was intended to be an eight-day mission.

However, technical complications with the spacecraft's propulsion system led to an unanticipated extension of their stay aboard the ISS. Their circumstances received significant attention, igniting debates regarding space travel safety and even political discussions.

The return process initiated after Crew-10 docked with the ISS on Sunday, allowing Williams, Wilmore, NASA's Nick Hague, and cosmonaut Aleksandr Gorbunov to prepare for their journey home.

Actor Madhavan also took to his Instagram to share a welcome message for the astronauts, stating, “Welcome back to Earth our Dear Dear Sunita Williams. Our prayers have been answered…It is wonderful to see you safe and smiling. After over 260 uncertain days in space, this is all God’s grace and the prayers of millions being answered. Great job to everyone at #spacexfalcon9 #nasa and the entire crew. God bless you.”