New York: Pop icon Katy Perry just did something out of this world—literally! On April 14, she joined five other incredible women on a quick journey to space aboard Jeff Bezos’ Blue Origin New Shepard rocket. This marked the first all-female spaceflight in over 60 years, making headlines around the globe.
They soared over 100 kilometers above Earth, crossing the Kármán line, the official edge of space. The trip lasted just 11 minutes, but it left a lifetime of memories. Perry even sang “What a Wonderful World” while floating in zero gravity!
Well… yes, but it’ll cost you. Blue Origin doesn’t reveal exact ticket prices, but a Rs. 1.29 crores refundable deposit is required to even get started. One seat was auctioned for Rs. 239 crores back in 2021! Celebs like William Shatner and Michael Strahan? They went for free.
Alongside Katy Perry were:
Right now, space trips are mostly for rich or famous people. But in the future, prices may come down. One day, normal people like us might get the chance to see Earth from space!
