Indians and their music have made a mark across the globe, and recently, a video showcasing Kannada cinema’s legacy went viral. The video, shared by Praveen R on X, shows a supermarket in China playing Navaduva Nudiye, a popular song from the iconic Kannada film Gandhada Gudi. The track, picturised on the legendary Dr Rajkumar, is deeply embedded in Karnataka’s cultural fabric.
The video has taken over social media, amassing over 23,000 views, and has been widely shared, sparking a wave of nostalgia and pride among fans of the late actor. For many, Rajkumar remains an enduring cultural icon, and seeing his music resonate so far from home only deepens the admiration for his contributions to Indian cinema and Kannada culture.
The video was posted along with a caption in Kannada that translates to, “Annavru. King of Kannada country. Playing Kannada song in #China.”
Watch the video:
ಅಣ್ಣಾವ್ರು ❤❤
ಕನ್ನಡ ನಾಡಿನ ದೊರೆ 👑Playing ಕನ್ನಡ song in #China
😍#DrRajkumar ❤👑 pic.twitter.com/BfvRo1PgFy— PraveenR (@PraveenPRK17) January 20, 2025
Social media users have been quick to express their admiration for the Kannada icon’s song. “Wow, China always liked our simplicity. Hope to hear more annavru. Goat for a reason, has songs for every situation,” wrote a user.
Another user wrote, “A singer and an actor par excellence, India’s pride, Dr. Rajkumar’s legacy continues to spread far and wide Namma Preethiya Annavru The GOAT!”
A third person commented, “Chinese like Indian songs. When I visited Tianjin in 2017, in front of hotel there was open car parking space where, everyday evening ( local time 7:00 PM) young and old used to do aerobics (simple steps) with different songs, one of the songs is Rajkapur’s mera naam joker.”
Dr Rajkumar, or Annavru, was a legendary figure in Kannada cinema, known for his versatile roles in over 200 films over five decades. Born Singanalluru Puttaswamaiah Muthuraj on April 24, 1929, he became a cultural icon in Karnataka. He was also a recipient of the Padma Bhushan and Dadasaheb Phalke Award.
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