Diljit Dosanjh and Imtiaz Ali arrive at the International Emmy Awards 2025 as Netflix's 'Amar Singh Chamkila' shines at the festival

As the 53rd International Emmy® Awards unfold in New York, Netflix India once again takes center stage, celebrating the global recognition of Indian storytelling with Amar Singh Chamkila, nominated in two prestigious categories: TV Movie/Mini-Series and Best Performance by an Actor (Diljit Dosanjh).

Marking a proud moment for India, _Amar Singh Chamkila_ stands tall as the only Indian title nominated this year, representing the strength, depth, and universality of rooted local stories.

Walking the red carpet with pride, Diljit Dosanjh, who delivered a stirring portrayal of Punjab’s music icon Amar Singh Chamkila, Imtiaz Ali, who brought the singer’s turbulent journey to life with honesty and heart along with producer Mohit Choudhary, Monika Shergill, VP Content, Netflix India, and Ruchikaa Kapoor Sheikh, Director, Original Films, Netflix India.

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Their presence at the International Emmy® Awards highlights Netflix India’s unwavering commitment to taking authentic Indian stories to audiences across the world, championing narratives that are deeply local yet universally powerful.

Imtiaz Ali on Netflix’s Amar Singh Chamkila getting Emmy nomination in two categories

Imtiaz Ali says the International Emmy nomination for “Amar Singh Chamkila” in two categories has come as a blessing and a reminder that stories rooted in local culture resonate globally.

Based on the life of slain Punjabi musician Amar Singh Chamkila, the movie is nominated in the TV Movie/Mini-Series category, while lead star Diljit Dosanjh has earned a nod in the Best Performance by an Actor category.

Ali said he is proud that the film, which premiered on Netflix in 2024 to critical acclaim, has placed India alongside international stalwarts.

“We had just come back from dinner when we got the news… It’s like a blessing that has come through with the story of Chamkila to us. Very happy that this film is finding a voice and is being seen… We are very proud that we could bring India to this table where so many international stalwarts are standing,” Ali told PTI in an interview.