The plot showcases his unwavering dedication to advancing India's space program, including a pivotal sequence where he rejects a lucrative job offer from NASA to return and serve his country. It also highlights his ingenuity, such as when he and his team learned French in secret to gain a technological advantage while working with a French company. The movie then moves to the central conflict: his wrongful arrest and the aftermath. It depicts the collapse of his personal life, the public humiliation, and the systematic torture he endured. The film’s second half focuses on his fight for justice and his eventual exoneration, ending on a note of triumph with the success of India's Mars Orbiter Mission, which used technology he helped pioneer.

The film boasts an impressive cast, including Shah Rukh Khan, who plays the lead role of Nambi Narayanan. Khan's performance has been widely praised for its nuance and depth, bringing to life the complexities of Nambi's character. The supporting cast, including Mandy Verma, Nambi's wife, and Ravi Khemu, a fellow scientist, deliver equally impressive performances.