Actor R Madhavan has revealed the first look teaser of his much-anticipated biopic GDN, in which he plays Gopalaswamy Doraiswamy Naidu (G.D. Naidu), the legendary inventor and industrialist hailed as the “Edison of India”.
Sharing the teaser on Instagram on Oct 27, Madhavan looked almost unrecognisable as the visionary engineer.
“The spirit of G.D. Naidu is now officially unveiled,” he captioned the post. “A story of unmatched vision, towering ambition, and unwavering resolve. We proudly present the first look teaser of GDN.”
The 43-second teaser, also released on Varghese Moolan Pictures’ YouTube channel, opens with Madhavan as Naidu welding in a dimly lit workshop. As sparks fly, he lifts his protective mask to reveal aged features framed by round spectacles, an uncanny resemblance to the real-life innovator.
The video’s tagline reads: “Unveiling the legacy – a story that needs to be told.”
Directed by Krishnakumar Ramakumar, the film is jointly produced by Varghese Moolan Pictures and Tricolour Films, with Madhavan and Sarita Madhavan serving as co-producers.
The project also features an ensemble cast including Sathyaraj, Jayaram, Priyamani, Dushara Vijayan, Thambi Ramaiah, and Vinay Rai. Cinematography is by Aravind Kamalanathan, while Govind Vasantha composes the music.
The film is slated for a worldwide theatrical release in May 2026.
Fans flooded social media with praise for Madhavan’s striking transformation. One wrote: “You surpass every standard each time, Maddy!” while another commented: “Some people chase awards – for R Madhavan, they’re just waiting.”
Born in Coimbatore, G.D. Naidu (1893–1974) was a self-taught inventor whose innovations spanned electric motors, petrol engines, agricultural tools, and ticketing machines. Often called the “Wealth Creator of Coimbatore”, Naidu’s contributions helped shape India’s early industrial landscape.
A press note from the makers states: “G.D. Naidu’s monumental contributions to innovation, science, and public service cemented his place in Indian history. His enduring legacy is honoured not just through this film but also by the longest bridge in Tamil Nadu named after him.”
