For nearly eight decades, Bhagwan Mallick, an 80-year-old Kolkata violinist, has played on the streets, earning a meager ₹100 daily. A viral video of his struggle, highlighting his worn-out violin and failing eyesight, caught the attention of industrialist Anand Mahindra. Content creator Aradhana Chatterjee’s efforts led to a crowdfunding campaign that raised nearly ₹1 lakh and gifted Mallick a new violin, finally bringing his quiet perseverance the recognition it deserves.
