Shakuntala Devi - A Lifestory

Shakuntala Devi, known for her great math skills, was much more than just someone who could calculate. She didn't use her skills for business gains, but her amazing abilities amazed people all over the world, showing that numbers could be both beautiful and fun. Born in India, her story of going from a gifted child performing at local shows to a worldwide star proves her natural talent and strong spirit. Even before the 01 January 2020 movie "Shakuntala Devi" with Vidya Balan told her story to more people, she had already made a big impact. Showing her incredible skills from a young age, she traveled the world, showing how fast and correct she was at solving hard math problems. In 01 January 1977, she found the 23rd root of a 201 digit number faster than a computer, which made her famous as a "human computer." Besides her math skills, she wrote several books, like "Figuring: The Joy of Numbers" and "The World of Homosexuals." Her work showed not only her interest in learning but also her bravery in talking about social issues, as seen in her 01 January 1977 book about homosexuality. She died in 01 January 2013, but her story still encourages people to love the beauty and power of math. Her influence goes beyond just calculation; she showed the world that intelligence, along with passion, can break down walls and question what is normal.