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~~~ Foreword by R. Gopalakrishnan ~~~
Not all legends crave the limelight. Some build empires from the shadows.
The Real Indian Idols brings to life the untold stories of ten extraordinary professionals who quietly shaped India’s corporate history; pioneers who built iconic brands, revolutionized entire industries, and steered Bharat towards self-reliance, all without chasing headlines.
From the dairy industry to banking, from basic goods like salt to juggernaut like IT services, these are the names that rarely feature on magazine covers, but whose legacies run deep through India’s economic fabric. Why haven’t you heard more about them? Because they chose action over acclaim. They led from the back, made tough calls in solitude, and continued to serve the nation long after their formal tenures ended.
Meticulously researched and crafted into compelling narratives, this anthology is more than a collection of biographies, it’s a tribute to the spirit of purpose-led leadership. Perfect for aspiring leaders, entrepreneurs, managers, and changemakers, each story is a reminder of what’s possible when conviction meets courage.
Read them to be inspired. Read them to remember.
Because the true idols of Indian industry didn’t wait for applause:
They built the stage.
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SUMAN CHHABRIA ADDEPALLI & SHARADHA JAYARAMAN
Suman Chhabria Addepalli is a seasoned media and business professional with 23 years of experience in strategic communication and content leadership.
Author of five business books including 'SuperCharge Your Executive Presence,’ she has led creative teams at Radio Mirchi, The Indian Express, and Reliance Infocomm, and now coaches leaders at companies like Godrej, Tata Group, and Unilever on Raising Personal Effectiveness and Executive Presence.
Sharadha Jayaraman is the resident content developer and marketer at GlobalGyan. She is a seasoned editor with more than half a decade of experience turning run-of-the-mill stories into compelling foibles that leave readers with an indelible impact.
She has worked as an editor with leading technology firms like Cactus Communications in the past, and continues to advocate for impactful storytelling. You will always find her with a book in hand (or on her phone).
