Tamil star Vijay Sethupathi will be the first Indian to present an award at the 54th International Emmy Awards in New York on Nov. 23, 2026. The move, backed by Academy board member Kavita Gupta, marks a milestone for Indian talent on the global television stage.
Aditya Dhar’s Dhurandhar won Best Film, Best Director and Best Actor for Ranveer Singh at the 2026 IIFA Awards. Aneet Padda took Best Actress for Saiyaara, while The Ba***ds of Bollywood earned Best Web Series. The ceremony highlighted achievements in both theatrical and digital categories.
Rian Mukherjee earned the Best Child Actor prize at the Los Angeles Film Awards 2026 for his role in the Hindi film Manzil. The film, directed by his father Ram Kamal Mukherjee, stars Rituparna Sengupta and Sanjay Suri. Rian’s natural performance impressed the jury, making him the sole Indian recipient of the honor.
Lalit Prabhakar, a celebrated Marathi actor, has been cast as Ajmal Kasab in the upcoming film Prahaar, a daring departure from his usual roles. He spent months studying Kasab’s mannerisms, language and psychology to deliver a convincing performance. The role follows his National Award‑winning work in Anandi Gopal, cementing his reputation for bold character choices.
Alia Bhatt will host one of the five Earthshot Prize awards at the 2026 Awards Night in Mumbai. The event will feature Oscar‑winner Rami Malek, cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar and actress‑musician Simone Ashley. The ceremony aims to honor innovators tackling global environmental challenges.
Director Mahesh Mathai’s drama Real Kashmir Football Club has been shortlisted for the 54th International Emmy Awards in the Drama Series category. The show’s creator, who first thought the nomination was a joke, says the recognition could bring global audiences to the story of Kashmir’s football club. Mathai plans to launch a second season, expanding on the club’s real‑world triumphs and setbacks…
Taylor Swift is poised to become the sole record‑holder for most MTV VMA wins, with the 2026 ceremony adding an inaugural Artist Director award to her tally. She has 11 competitive nominations, including Video of the Year for “The Fate Of Ophelia,” which would give her a sixth win in that category. A victory could also see her claim the most awards in a single night, matching Peter Gabriel’s 1987…
Actor Manav Kaul is thrilled as Real Kashmir Football Club earns an International Emmy nomination, a first for an Indian series. He learned of the news just minutes before speaking, instantly congratulating the crew. The nomination marks a milestone for Indian content on the global stage.
Vir Das has earned a third International Emmy nomination for his Netflix special Fool Volume. The show competes alongside Division Palermo Season 2, Man vs Baby and Old Dog, New Tricks. Das thanks fans and Netflix for the recognition, noting the special’s journey from silence to global acclaim.
Nag Ashwin’s film Kalki 2898 AD clinched two National Awards, including Best Production Design. Ashwin credits the film’s ambitious visual effects and star‑powered performances for the success. He vows to keep the sequel true to the story while building on the genre’s growing appeal.
Yami Gautam received the National Film Award for Best Actress for her role in "Article 370". She thanked President Droupadi Murmu and shared her gratitude at the ceremony in Gujarat. Gautam urged aspiring actors to keep working hard, promising success will come in time.
President Droupadi Murmu warned Indian film artists to avoid endorsing harmful substances during the 72nd National Film Awards in Gujarat. She also urged greater dignity and security for creative workers. The ceremony marked a move to host future awards in tourist destinations across India.
