Yuri Suri

Yuri Suri has built an extraordinary career across broadcasting, aviation, literature, and cinema, driven by an enduring belief that curiosity has the power to transform lives.

As a young man, Yuri pursued his dream of becoming an astronaut and was among the four finalists in the selection process for India’s first astronaut mission. Although he never made the journey into space, the experience left him with a profound appreciation for human spaceflight and a lifelong commitment to inspiring others to dream beyond the ordinary.

For decades, Yuri has been one of India’s most respected FM radio personalities, captivating audiences with his distinctive voice, warmth, wit, and storytelling. His ability to simplify complex ideas and connect with listeners has made him a trusted communicator and an influential public figure.

Yuri is also an accomplished actor with an impressive body of work in the Indian film and television industry. He made his Bollywood debut portraying Bairam Khan in the epic historical film Jodhaa Akbar. Since then, he has appeared in 54 feature films and four television series, including the acclaimed Indian adaptation of 24. His performances have ranged across historical dramas, thrillers, action films, and contemporary cinema, reflecting a remarkable versatility as an actor.

His passion for storytelling extends beyond the screen. Through his book Runway to the Stars and the podcast of the same name, Yuri brings the excitement of space exploration to a new generation of readers and listeners. Written especially for young people, the book explains the science, history, and adventure of human spaceflight in an engaging and accessible style while encouraging readers to imagine themselves as the astronauts, scientists, engineers, doctors, and innovators who will shape India’s future in space.

Yuri believes India stands at the threshold of a golden era in space exploration. With pioneering missions such as Chandrayaan, Aditya-L1, and Gaganyaan, the nation is preparing to play an increasingly significant role in humanity’s exploration of the cosmos. His hope is that Runway to the Stars will inspire young Indians not merely to witness this exciting future, but to help create it.

Whether behind a microphone, in front of a camera, or at his writing desk, Yuri’s mission has remained the same, to entertain, to inform, and above all, to inspire people to dream without limits.

“Every great journey begins with a single question: What if? Ask it often, pursue it fearlessly, and one day, your runway may lead all the way to the stars.”