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GDN Twitter Review: 9 Tweets to read before watching R Madhavan play pioneer G D Naidu on the big screen

GDN Twitter Review: 9 Tweets to read before watching R Madhavan play pioneer G D Naidu on the big screen

R Madhavan’s much-awaited biographical drama GDN has finally arrived in theaters, and fan reactions suggest that the film has struck a chord with audiences. After its release on August 7, several social media users shared their reviews, praising Madhavan’s compelling portrayal of pioneer Gopalswamy Doraiswamy Naidu. From his transformation into the legendary figure to the film’s engaging storytelling, the actor’s performance has emerged as one of the biggest highlights among early viewers. Fan’s flood Twitter with reviews of GDN A Twitter user called the film ‘excellent’ and wrote, “An Excellent Bio-pic of a great inventor whom, India 🇮🇳 seems to have forgotten – #GDNaidu Apart from his inventions, the movie chronicles his fight against British and Indian tax authorities.. Very engaging from start to finish.. @ActorMadhavan lives the title role.. He has shown perfect variations from 25 years to 75 years.. @officialdushara complements him well.” Another user wrote, “GDN is pure, proud and powerful Indian Cinema at its peak! Thanks, Maddy, for chosing stories that give forgotten Indians the place they deserve in our collective …

Who Was Artisan Beats? Remembering Korea’s First-Gen Hip Hop Pioneer

Who Was Artisan Beats? Remembering Korea’s First-Gen Hip Hop Pioneer

Artisan Beats: A Pioneer Of Korea’s First-Generation Hip Hop ( Photo Credit – Instagram ) Artisan Beats, real name Seo Jae-min, was one of the foundational figures of South Korea’s first-generation hip hop movement. His passing on February 17, 2026, at the age of 47, was confirmed by his friends and rappers, AJ and Minos, on February 25, 2026. Tributes poured in soon after, remembering the artist and his legacy. According to the Maeil Business Newspaper, the cause of death was not publicly disclosed at the time of the announcement. Artisan Beats was not just a musician; he was also one of the first to raise awareness of the underground Korean music scene. Here’s a look at the late artist’s legacy. From ‘Satan’ To Artisan Beats: The Evolution Of Seo Jae-min Before he was Artisan Beats, Seo Jae-min made his debut as ‘Satan’ in the early 1990s. His foray into the scene came at a time when coverage of underground music was quite limited. As ‘Satan’, Artisan Beats’ tunes sported dark themes that suited his …

In Barbara Forever, a pioneer of queer cinema gets a moving and incandescent tribute | Sundance Film Festival review

In Barbara Forever, a pioneer of queer cinema gets a moving and incandescent tribute | Sundance Film Festival review

Barbara documentary review Director: Brydie O’Connor Star rating: ★★★.5 If you are not aware of who Barbara Hammer was, you must correct that right away. This intimate new documentary, which celebrates her life and legacy, is also a great place to start. Premiering at the Sundance Film Festival, it is the kind of documentary I look forward to most, perhaps because I have some prior connection and knowledge of the subject. There is always that deep-seated fear whether it will do her justice. Her films, her artistry, the way she confronted the camera and used the visual medium: all of it so uniquely her alone. Barbara Forever had its world premiere at the Sundance Film Festival where it won the Jonathan Oppenheim Editing Award. The premise Thankfully, it did not last long. The first few minutes of Barbara Forever drove that emotion away. Brydie O’Connor’s film is driven by an invigorating, live-wire energy that shoots for the stars. It is alive with the spirit of the revolutionary filmmaker who was once a woman, a component …

Dibyendu Barua: The Indian chess pioneer who battled Viswanathan Anand in the race to be India’s first Grandmaster and once toppled Soviet legend Viktor Korchnoi | Chess News

Dibyendu Barua: The Indian chess pioneer who battled Viswanathan Anand in the race to be India’s first Grandmaster and once toppled Soviet legend Viktor Korchnoi | Chess News

London’s Guildhall School of Music and Drama was thick with tension that morning in 1982. Everyone was waiting for a 15-year-old schoolboy who was running late. To save a few pounds, he and his father had lodged far from the city. When he finally burst in, little did the gathered crowd know that the unassuming teenager would soon stun the chess world. But Dibyendu Barua would topple Soviet titan Viktor Korchnoi at the 6th Lloyds Bank Masters. The feat was reported by The New York Times as ‘Indian Turn Korchnoi Into Hastings Pudding.’ Korchnoi was World No. 2 at the time. To this day, many consider him the strongest player never to have been World Champion. He was 51 then but still a formidable force, and was stunned. Rani Hamid, the legendary Bangladeshi women’s chess player whom Barua regarded as an aunt, wanted a photograph with Korchnoi, who was offering the Indian some unsolicited advice after the contest. “His face was red, still disturbed by the loss. When Rani Hamid came up for a picture, …

Suresh Kalmadi’s legacy: How a pioneer of Indian sport became synonymous with the 2010 Commonwealth Games scandal | Sport-others News

Suresh Kalmadi’s legacy: How a pioneer of Indian sport became synonymous with the 2010 Commonwealth Games scandal | Sport-others News

He recognised the potential of Olympic sport when few in India did, built national and international events that still anchor the sporting calendar, and brought some of the world’s biggest names to Indian arenas. That legacy, however, was irrevocably stained by corruption allegations that led to his arrest and eventual fall from power. A career politician, Kalmadi’s first major foray into national-level sports administration was in 1987, when he became the president of the Athletics Federation of India, a position he held for 19 years. He assumed an even bigger role in Indian sport after he was elected as the Indian Olympic Association chief in 1996, marking the beginning of an uninterrupted 15-year tenure. It was in these roles, which he held simultaneously, that Kalmadi left a tangible impact on the sporting scene. In his capacity as the athletics head, Kalmadi – a multiple-time Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha MP – brought some of the biggest international track and field stars for eight competitions in New Delhi from 1989 to 1998, including the Asian Championships …

Bebika Dhurve shares heartfelt message on media pioneer Dr Subhash Chandra’s 75th birthday

Bebika Dhurve shares heartfelt message on media pioneer Dr Subhash Chandra’s 75th birthday

Bebika Dhurve shares heartfelt message on media pioneer Dr Subhash Chandra’s 75th birthday | Bollywood Life Home News and Gossip Bebika Dhurve shares heartfelt message on media pioneer Dr Subhash Chandra’s 75th birthday A look at his early days when he was an ambitious entrepreneur to being a distinguished media leader, Dr. Subhash Chandra’s journey has inspired many for generations. Dr. Subhash Chandra, widely referred to as the ‘Father of Indian Television,’ turned 75 on November 30. This marked a significant milestone for the media industry. As the founder of Zee TV, Dr. Subhash Chandra played a crucial role in changing the way TV content is created and consumed in India. For the unversed, Zee TV is India’s first private satellite channel. A look at his early days when he was an ambitious entrepreneur to being a distinguished media leader, Dr. Subhash Chandra’s journey has inspired many for generations. …

‘You’ve truly been a PIONEER’

‘You’ve truly been a PIONEER’

Isha Koppikar wishes Dr Subhash Chandra on his 75th birthday: ‘You’ve truly been a PIONEER’ Home News and Gossip Isha Koppikar wishes Dr Subhash Chandra on his 75th birthday: ‘You’ve truly been a PIONEER’ On Dr Subhash Chandra’s 75th birthday, actress Isha Koppikar explains how his incredible journey, so far, is a reminder that courage, and conviction can reshape an entire industry. Dr Subhash Chandra isn’t just a media pioneer. With each and every success he has had to his credit, Dr Subhash Chandra has proved that he is a visionary who dared to imagine India as a global power long before it emerged as a trend. Besides launching India’s first private satellite channel, he also created opportunities for international collaborations. And always reminded us that he has always been steps ahead. Dr Subhash Chandra has invariably inspired many with the ease with which he pushes boundaries and rewrites rules. His fearless demeanour, ambition, and ability to convert challenges …

European Clean-Air Pioneer Zonair3D Launches in India Amid Delhi’s Pollution Emergency | Business News

European Clean-Air Pioneer Zonair3D Launches in India Amid Delhi’s Pollution Emergency | Business News

As North India battles one of the worst air pollution crises in recent years, Zonair3D, Europe’s leading innovator in medical-grade air purification, officially announces its entry into the Indian market with a mission to bring pure, healthy indoor air to homes, offices, schools, and healthcare environments across the country. Founded in Barcelona and trusted by global luxury and healthcare brands, Zonair3D develops advanced air-purification systems capable of removing up to 99.995% of airborne particles (EN 1822 certified) including PM2.5, ultrafine dust, VOCs, and airborne microorganisms. The company’s proprietary Air+ and Bubble Pure Air technologies recreate the purity of Alpine air indoors, transforming polluted environments into safe, breathable spaces within minutes. “Clean air is not a luxury; it’s a fundamental right,” said Royden Correa, Country CEO, Zonair3D India. “In Delhi today, breathing has become a health risk. Our goal is to make every home, classroom, and workplace a sanctuary of clean air – and to do it immediately, with ready-to-deliver systems designed for Indian conditions.” The company’s entry into India comes as air quality levels in …

Jimmy Cliff, reggae music pioneer, dies at 81

Jimmy Cliff, reggae music pioneer, dies at 81

By Kate Chappell Jimmy Cliff, reggae music pioneer, dies at 81 KINGSTON, – Jimmy Cliff, the legendary Jamaican singer who along with Bob Marley popularized reggae, ska and rocksteady music over a six decade career, has died, his wife Latifa Chambers announced on Facebook on Monday. The cause was a seizure followed by pneumonia, she said. Born James Chambers on July 30, 1944 during a hurricane in St. James Parish, northwestern Jamaica, he moved in the 1950s from the family farm to the country’s capital Kingston with his father, determined to succeed in the music industry. At just 14 he became nationally famous for the song “Hurricane Hattie,” which he wrote. Cliff would go on to record over 30 albums and perform all over the world, including in Paris, in Brazil and at the World’s Fair, an international exhibition held in New York in 1964. The following year, Island Records’ Chris Blackwell, the producer who launched Bob Marley and the Wailers, invited Cliff to work in the U.K. with him. Cliff later went into acting, …

Gujarat become pioneer in sectors that will shape global economy over 25 yrs: Shah | Latest News India

Gujarat become pioneer in sectors that will shape global economy over 25 yrs: Shah | Latest News India

AHMEDABAD: Union home minister Amit Shah on Thursday hailed Gujarat as a leader in industries set to define the global economy for the next 25 years. Amit Shah virtually addressed the inaugural ceremony of the Gujarat Chamber of Commerce and Industry Annual Trade Expo-2025 (GATE-2025). (X/AmitShah) “Gujarat has emerged as a pioneer in all the key sectors that will shape the global economy over the next 25 years,” Shah said, virtually addressing the inaugural ceremony of the Gujarat Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s (GCCI) Annual Trade Expo 2025. Shah said the micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) were the “greatest asset” in India’s industrial journey, and urged GCCI to build a modern ecosystem that links MSMEs with startups to energise youth-led entrepreneurship. “MSMEs are our greatest asset. If we look back, every major industry has once begun as a small-scale enterprise. Gujarat’s small industries have made a significant contribution to the nation’s industrial growth,” Shah said, adding that GCCI should take the lead in integrating the legacy of small industries with the energy and innovation …