The roar of a rocket leaving Earth is one of the most powerful cinematic experiences. Today, on January 12, 2026, ISRO’s first mission of the year, PSLV-C62 was launched and encountered a critical third-stage anomaly shortly after liftoff from Sriharikota. Let's take a look at some of the most iconic launch scenes continue to stay with the viewers long after the credits have rolled, not because of visual effects alone, but also for the emotions that they evoke.