Shubhanshu Shukla captures the Moon’s surprise guest appearance in timelapse video. (Image: X/@gagan_shux)
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Moneycontrol04-01-2026, 10:21

Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla's Orbital Timelapse Captures Moon's Stunning Guest Appearance

  • Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla, "Shux," shared a captivating orbital timelapse video from space.
  • The video showcases Earth's rotation, shimmering stars, and an unexpected, magical appearance by the Moon.
  • Capturing such timelapses is challenging, requiring precise timing, camera stability, and coordination with ISS orbits.
  • Shukla managed cameras and scientific experiments, contributing to Earth observation and microgravity research.
  • He is slated to be a crew member for India's first indigenous crewed Gaganyaan mission, Gaganyaan-4, around 2027.

Why It Matters: Shukla's stunning orbital video highlights Earth's beauty and fragility, inspiring future space missions.

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