Mission Mangal is one of the hugely anticipated films in Bollywood. Akshay Kumar shared the first look poster of the film on social media mentioning it as the story of underdogs and also hopes that the film will entertain as well as inspire future generations.

A story of underdogs who took India to Mars. A story of strength, courage and never giving up! #MissionMangal, the true story of India’s space mission to Mars. Coming to you on 15th August 2019!(sic)

#MissionMangal , a film which I hope will inspire as much as entertain. A film which I’ve done specially for my daughter and children her age to familiarise them with the incredible true story of India’s mission to Mars! (sic)

"Mission Mangal is a film about ordinary people achieving the extraordinary... A story that proves that creativity, ideas and dreams have no limit... just like the sky! This Independence Day, the sky is not the limit," the actor posted on his Instagram account.

The film directed by Jagan Shakti also stars Vidya Balan, Sonakshi Sinha, Taapsee Pannu, Kirti Kulhari, Nithya Menen and Sharman Joshi in pivotal roles. The film based on India's space mission to Mars is set to hit the screens on Independence Day.