Krishnan Guru-Murthy
Main Anchor, Channel 4 News. Unreported World. Ways to Change the World podcast, Trustee RBG Kew. Chairman Duchenne UK [email protected]
704,678
Followers
6,697
Following
42,386
Tweets
1,355.8
Avg Engagement
4,042
Listed
No
Verified
Account Overview
What This Report Covers
This comprehensive analysis examines @krishgm's Twitter/X presence across multiple dimensions. We analyze tweet content, engagement patterns, audience demographics, posting habits, and network connections to provide actionable insights about this account's social media strategy and influence.
Account Classification
- Account Size: Macro Influencer (100K+)
- Account Age:2008-10-30
- Verification:No
- Location:London, England
Data Summary
- Tweets Analyzed:3,248
- Avg Likes per Tweet:496.1
- Avg Retweets per Tweet:859.8
- Followers Analyzed:50,000
Engagement Analysis
Based on 3,248 tweetsHis tweets typically receive high levels of likes and retweets, indicating a highly engaged and interested audience.
496.1
Avg Likes/Tweet
859.8
Avg Retweets/Tweet
1,611,200
Total Likes
2,792,543
Total Retweets
Engagement Quality Analysis
Median-based metrics that resist fake virality and outliers.
0
Median Likes
34
Median Retweets
401
75th Percentile
678,041
Top Tweet
1.92
Engagement per 1K Followers
Normalized influence metric
Viral Spikes
Engagement Pattern
Few posts get most engagement
Posting Behavior
Content style and format preferences
Curator
Amplifies others content frequently
17.5%
Original
12.7%
Replies
55.4%
Retweets
14.4%
Quotes
0.0%
Threads
0.3%
With Media
34.5%
With Links
11.1%
With #Tags
69.9%
With @Mentions
3.2%
With Emojis
136
Avg Length
Audience Reaction Profile
Interactive
Balances broadcasting with conversation
0.73
Reply/Original Ratio
0.26
Quote/RT Ratio
Posting Rhythm
Highly Bursty
Posts in concentrated bursts
86.2%
Weekday Posts
13.8%
Weekend Posts
Top Hashtags
Most Mentioned
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Content Strategy Analysis
Based on 3,248 tweetsContent Type Distribution
Content Breakdown
What This Reveals About Their Strategy
This is a content-creator focused account that primarily shares original thoughts, ideas, and media. With original content dominating their feed, they position themselves as a source of new information rather than a curator. This strategy works well for establishing thought leadership.
The 1,801 retweets (55% of activity) show they also amplify content from others, which helps build relationships with other accounts and provides value to followers by surfacing relevant content.
Posting Patterns & Optimal Timing
Based on 3,248 tweetsEngagement by Hour (UTC)
Posting Frequency Over Time
Timing Insights
Understanding when an account posts and when their audience is most responsive provides valuable competitive intelligence. The charts above show when this account's content receives the most engagement, which often correlates with when their specific audience is most active on the platform.
Peak posting times vary significantly based on an account's audience demographics, timezone distribution, and content type. Accounts with global audiences often see engagement spread across multiple time windows, while those with regional focus may have more concentrated peaks.
Audience Demographics
Based on 50,000 followersHis audience includes news enthusiasts, political observers, and individuals interested in social justice and media ethics.
Average
Audience Quality
22.2%
Suspicion Index
30.7%
Low-Quality %
48
Median Reach
Audience Quality Signals
Lower percentages indicate healthier, more authentic followers.
46.9%
Empty Bio
21.5%
<10 Tweets
10.2%
Mass Following (>2K)
0.0%
New (<90 days)
45.1%
Low Ratio (<0.1)
0.0%
New (<180 days)
87.8%
No URL
14.6%
<3 Tweets
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Try Bot DetectorFollower Reach & Influence
This account's followers have their own audiences, creating potential for secondary amplification.
50,268,994
Total Potential Reach
48
Median Follower Reach
224
75th Percentile Reach
8.3%
>1K followers
0.8%
>10K followers
0.2%
>50K followers
0.1%
>100K followers
Creator vs Consumer Split
Classification based on tweet activity: Creators (>100 tweets), Consumers (10-100 tweets), Dormant (<10 tweets).
59.8%
Creators
29,924 accounts
18.7%
Consumers
9,336 accounts
21.5%
Dormant
10,740 accounts
Follower Influence Distribution
How many followers do their followers have?
Follower Account Age
How long have followers been on Twitter?
Geographic Distribution
Top locations where followers are based (from those who share location data):
1,038
Verified Followers
1.03% of total
10,814
Protected Accounts
10.71% of total
7 years
Avg Account Age
of their followers
Notable Followers (By Influence)
Top accounts following this user, sorted by their follower count:
| Username | Followers | Profession | Interests |
|---|---|---|---|
| @JohnCena | 14,105,042 | Wrestler | Wrestling, Motivation, Self-promotion |
| @KSI | 8,817,503 | Musician | Music, Rap, Collaboration |
| @BDUTT | 7,130,664 | Journalist | Journalism, Reporting, Writing |
| @GreatestQuotes | 4,236,131 | Inspirational Speaker | Challenge, Motivate, Inspire |
| @BillBailey | 3,431,788 | Comedian | Comedy, Music, Nature |
| @louistheroux | 2,246,402 | Documentary Filmmaker | Documentaries, Irony, Filmmaking |
| @Carra23 | 2,191,840 | Football Pundit | Football, TV punditry, Charity |
| @kenichiromogi | 1,425,629 | Neuroscientist | neuroscience, author, broadcaster |
| @SinghLions | 1,335,045 | Restaurateur | Food, Travel, Influencer |
| @joncoopertweets | 1,255,588 | Political Strategist | Politics, Fundraising, Campaigns |
Top Keywords in Follower Bios
Top Hashtags in Follower Bios
56,502
Followers With Bio
44,496
Followers Without Bio
55.94%
% With Bio
44.06%
% Without Bio
Why Audience Demographics Matter
Understanding who follows an account reveals the type of influence they hold. Accounts followed primarily by users with few followers indicate broad, mainstream appeal. Those with many high-follower followers have greater potential for content amplification through secondary sharing.
Account age distribution also tells a story: a follower base with many new accounts might indicate recent viral growth, while established followers suggest long-term, stable influence. Geographic data helps understand the cultural context and timezone spread of the audience.
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Top 5 by likes+RTs from 3,248 analyzed1,307,764
Combined Engagement
74,068
Total Likes
1,233,696
Total Retweets
261,553
Avg per Tweet
Key Metrics for Viral Tweets
0%
With Media
0%
With Hashtags
80%
With @Mentions
60%
With Links
Topical Analysis:
RT @RoyalFamily: The Queen died peacefully at Balmoral this afternoon. The King and The Queen Consort will remain at Balmoral this evening…
RT @warriors: Steve Kerr on today's tragic shooting in Uvalde, Texas. https://t.co/lsJ8RzPcmC
RT @MarcusRashford: https://t.co/bs9lksGM4q
RT @BukayoSaka87: https://t.co/KAibQRYH2T
After a robust interview with Steve Baker MP I used a very offensive word in an unguarded moment off air. While it was not broadcast that word in any context is beneath the standards I set myself and I apologise unreservedly. I have reached out to Steve Baker to say sorry
Key Insights & Takeaways
Krishnan's use of strong language in an unguarded moment highlights the challenges of maintaining professionalism in high-pressure interviews. His stance against Channel 4's potential privatisation reflects his commitment to media independence and public service. His involvement in multiple media and charitable roles underscores his multifaceted influence and dedication to impactful storytelling.
Strengths
- + Strong engagement rates above platform average
- + Established follower base of 704,678
- + Strong original content creation
- + Active presence with consistent posting
Opportunities
- ~ Optimize posting times for peak engagement windows
- ~ Analyze top-performing content for replicable patterns
- ~ Leverage geographic concentration for targeted content
- ~ Explore collaboration potential with followed accounts
Summary
This analysis of @krishgm reveals an exceptionally influential Twitter presence with 704,678 followers. The account demonstrates a content-creator strategy, averaging 1,355.8 engagements per tweet. Key strengths include consistent posting and an engaged audience, with opportunities to further optimize timing and content strategy based on the patterns identified in this report.
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