Prakash Raj clarifies the moon joke, referencing Malayali chaiwala during Neil Armstrong’s landing. Chandrayaan-3 mission aims for a historic lunar south pole landing.
Indian actor Prakash Raj has provided further explanation for his recent tweet regarding the Chandrayaan-3 mission, which included a joke involving a “chaiwala” or tea seller. The tweet garnered widespread criticism, prompting Raj to clarify that the joke was a reference to an old anecdote about a Malayali chaiwala during Neil Armstrong’s moon landing. In this jest, the chaiwala had set up a shop on the moon and helped Armstrong assert his status as the first man on the moon to outdo the USSR in the space race. Raj addressed his critics and shared a link to a blog post that delved into the history of the joke.
Meanwhile, the tweet also highlighted the significance of the Chandrayaan-3 mission. The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is aiming to achieve a remarkable milestone by successfully landing the Vikram Lander on the lunar south pole. If successful, India would join an exclusive group of countries, including the US, Russia, and China, who have achieved this feat. As of the latest update, the Vikram Lander is conducting de-boosting manoeuvres and scouting potential landing sites above the moon’s south pole.
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ATTENTION:-dear #Unacedemy trolls and #godimedia who know only one #Chaiwala .. proudly presenting .. the ever inspiring our own malayali chaiwala since 1960 s ..if you want to be educated please read #justasking https://t.co/KGOnSIBmjq
— Prakash Raj (@prakashraaj) August 22, 2023
The broader context also includes the controversy surrounding Raj’s initial tweet, which led to his explanation and subsequent sharing of the historical joke. The incident underscores the challenges public figures face in navigating sensitive topics and the importance of clear communication.
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Chandrayaan-3’s mission reflects India’s ambition and capability in space exploration. By landing on the lunar south pole, the country aims to expand its presence in the international space community and contribute to scientific knowledge. While the social media incident may have drawn attention, the underlying mission remains a significant endeavour in India’s space exploration journey.
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