Madhavan’s GDN Begins Its OTT Journey on Netflix

September 4, 2026 Published by rajeshe092eb6a68

After its theatrical release, Madhavan’s much-anticipated biographical drama ‘GDN’ has now made its way to Netflix. The film, inspired by the extraordinary life of legendary Indian industrialist and inventor G. D. Naidu, is directed by Krishnakumar Ramakumar.

Known for his pioneering work in engineering and technology, G. D. Naidu is often regarded as the “Edison of India.” His remarkable journey and contributions to innovation form the core of the film, with Madhavan stepping into the role of the celebrated inventor.

The OTT release gives ‘GDN’ a wider platform, as Netflix is streaming the film in Tamil, Telugu, Hindi, Kannada and Malayalam. This multilingual availability allows audiences across the country to discover the story of one of India’s lesser-known but highly influential innovators.

‘GDN’ was released in theatres on August 7. Despite the curiosity surrounding Madhavan’s portrayal of G. D. Naidu and the film’s unique subject, it did not receive the expected response at the box office. The film’s arrival on Netflix now provides an opportunity to reach viewers who could not watch it during its theatrical run.

The movie boasts a strong supporting cast, with Priyamani, Dushara Vijayan, Sathyaraj, Jayaram, Thambi Ramaiah, Vinay Rai and Karunakaran playing important characters. Their presence adds further depth to the period biographical drama.

Madhavan is also one of the producers of the film, alongside Sarita Madhavan, Vijay Moolan and Varghese Moolan. The music has been composed by Govind Vasantha, who has worked on the film’s emotional and dramatic elements.

With its Netflix release across five languages, ‘GDN’ gets a second opportunity to connect with audiences beyond its theatrical reach. For viewers interested in inspiring real-life stories, Indian industrial history and the lives of extraordinary innovators, the film now offers an opportunity to explore the fascinating journey of G. D. Naidu from the comfort of home.