Freestyle Footballer Muhammed Riswan Wins Instagram Rings Award
· Entertainment · The Hindu, Indian Express, Times of India
Muhammed Riswan, a 23-year-old freestyle footballer from Malappuram, Kerala, is one of two Indian creators to win the Instagram Rings 2026 award. The award recognizes 25 global creators selected by a 14-member jury that includes figures such as A$AP Rocky and Donatella Versace. Riswan gained widespread attention in 2023 for a viral video filmed at the Keralamkundu waterfall. He is joined by fashion creator Bhavitha Mandava as the other Indian recipient of this year's honor.
Why it matters
This recognition places Indian content creators on a global stage, validating the growing professionalization of niche sports and creative arts on social media platforms.
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